Eglin Air Force Base’s Wildland Fire Branch has scheduled a prescribed burn for April 5 on the Eglin Range, officials announced Friday.
- The 700-acre burn will target an area approximately a quarter mile north of U.S. Highway 98 and east of Range Road A-21, near residential property in the Florosa area. The operation will focus on the western portion of the range.
According to fire officials, smoke from the controlled burn is expected to rise approximately 1,800 feet and move northwest over the Eglin Range toward the East Milton area.
Wildland Fire crews and equipment will remain on scene throughout the operation to monitor the fire line and ensure public safety, base officials said.
