Prescribed burns—also known as controlled burns—are intentional, carefully planned fires set by land management professionals to achieve specific ecological or hazard-reduction goals. While fire is often seen as destructive, prescribed burning is a powerful and necessary tool used to manage landscapes, reduce the risk of severe wildfires, and restore ecological balance. What Is a Prescribed Burn? A prescribed burn is the intentional ignition of vegetation … Continue reading Prescribed Burns: A Crucial Tool for Healthy Ecosystems and Wildfire Prevention