November 11, 2026 - Sierra National Forest officials report SNF Fire Management officials are continuing prescribed fire operations at the Roush Incline project on the Bass Lake Ranger District, aiming to complete 317 acres the week of November 8. Operations will continue through the week with ignitions planned Tuesday through Thursday.

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All prescribed fire operations are coordinated with local air pollution control districts and the National Weather Service for optimal weather conditions and smoke dispersion.

Smoke from ignitions may be visible from North Fork, Bass Lake, Oakhurst, Cascadel Woods, Hogue Ranch, Auberry, Meadow Lakes, Alder Springs, and Shaver Lake, as well as other mountain communities. Temporary reductions in air quality may occur. Information is available at www.airnow.gov and www.valleyair.org .

Residents and visitors are advised to exercise caution when traveling near burn sites and refrain from reporting controlled burns via the 9-1-1 emergency system.

Stay connected, follow us at U.S. Forest Service - Sierra National Forest. Or, contact your local Ranger District office for details about prescribed fire operations in your area:

High Sierra Ranger District: (559) 855-5355

Bass Lake Ranger District: (559) 877-2218 

Source: SNF