Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Controlled Burn Scheduled for March 9 at Estell Manor Park

A controlled burn of 8 acres at Atlantic County’s Estell Manor Park is scheduled to be conducted on Wednesday, March 9 at 6 PM, weather permitting, by the New Jersey State Forest Fire Service with assistance from the Atlantic County Division of Parks and Recreation.

Controlled burns are used to prevent forest fires by eliminating underbrush and leaf litter that can fuel fires. In addition, they serve to stimulate new forest growth. They are one of several measures the Division of Parks and Recreation employs to prevent fires.

Controlled burns are contingent upon weather conditions. The State Forest Fire Service requires three consecutive days without precipitation prior to conducting a controlled burn. Wind conditions and humidity must also be favorable.

For more information about the controlled burns, please contact Atlantic County Division of Parks and Recreation at (609) 645-5960.

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