Prescribed burn planned this week
–In cooperation with the San Luis Obispo Sportsmen’s Association, San Luis Obispo County APCD, and the California Department of Fish & Wildlife, Cal Fire plans to conduct up to 50 acres of prescribed burning on Tuesday June 13 or Wednesday June 14. The objective of this burn is to reduce the fire hazard and to provide important live-fire training for firefighters. Four fire engines, 1 hand crew, and 1 bulldozer will be utilized for this burn.
The burn is located at the shooting range approximately three miles northwest of Cuesta College along the north side of Highway 1. Smoke will be visible in the El Chorro area from approximately 9 a.m. through 2 p.m. If conditions are not within established weather and resource parameters, the burn will be rescheduled.
