ARMY ANNOUNCES PRESCRIBED BURN INTENT FOR 2015

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The Army has identified two areas in the former Fort Ord Impact Area for prescribed burning as part of its 2015 plan. Munitions removal has been conducted in these areas. These areas are required to be burned to encourage successful recovery of the rare, threatened and endangered fire-dependent species.

The Army intends to conduct a prescribed burn as soon as weather permits, likely in mid-September or later. A prescribed burn may commence when conditions provide for safe operations and good smoke behavior in order to minimize the impact to local communities and residents. Suitable weather conditions include clear skies, moderate temperatures (between 45° and 90°), and days without much wind.

The date for the burn will depend on a prediction of optimal weather conditions. The Army will announce when resources have been called to mobilize for burn operations, when the prescribed burn is ignited, and when the burn operations are complete for the day. Direct notification will be provided by email, text, or auto-dialer telephone calls for anyone who registers.

Residents requesting direct notification can enroll on line at http://fortordcleanup.com/prescribed-burns/notification/register/ or phone the Army at 800-852-9699. All notification forms should be returned to the Army prior to Sept. 1, 2015.

** For more information, please visit http://www.fortordcleanup.com/community/subscriptions/. If you have any questions, please contact the Fort Ord Community Relations Office at 831-393-1284. Building 4463 Gigling Road, Seaside, California 93955 **