Douglas County, MO. – The U.S. Forest Service has announced two prescribed burns this weekend in the Mark Twain National Forest. The official announcement can be read below.
Two prescribed burns are planned for this weekend, if the weather cooperates:
McClurg prescribed burn is planned for March 28, 2026, on the Mark Twain National Forest, weather permitting. This 2,134-acre burn will be conducted in Ozark County.The Copper Mountain prescribed burn is planned for March 29, 2026, on the Mark Twain National Forest, weather permitting. This 268-acre burn will be conducted in Madison County.Nearby towns and recreation sites for each burn are in the caption for that burn map.
For your safety:
Please follow posted signsDo not enter burn areasExpect smoke visibility in and around the burnSlow down near fire equipment and crewsSmoke may be visible around the burn area and drivers should expect to see smoke.Visit airnow.gov for smoke information – https://fire.airnow.gov/#6.57/38.09/-91.037.
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