Pikes Peak conducts a 2,000-acre prescribed burn to reduce wildfire risk, amid public smoke concerns.

The Pikes Peak Ranger District is conducting a prescribed burn project north of Rampart Reservoir in Colorado, set to finish by summer 2026. Covering about 2,000 acres, the project aims to reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health. Smoke from the burns led to increased calls to emergency services, prompting the Colorado Springs Fire Department to reassure the public. The project includes fuel breaks and thinning to prevent fire spread and reduce insect infestations. A small area of the National Forest will be closed during operations.

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