Controlled Burns Protect Wildlife Area | Gainesville News

Controlled burns are underway at the Lochloosa Wildlife Conservation Area, treating a 30-acre section to reduce wildfire fuel and boost plant health. Managed by the St. Johns River Water Management District in the Upper Ocklawaha River Basin, these carefully planned fires aim to prevent catastrophic wildfires while minimizing smoke impact on nearby communities. It’s a smart, proactive strategy using fire as a tool to protect the ecosystem and ensure long-term resilience. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4f4cc646a2a37a32