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Fire crews will continue multiple prescribed burns on the Coconino and Kaibab national forests today. Prescribed burns are common during the spring due to favorable conditions like moist soil, dry material and cooler temperatures.
Flagstaff fire managers began a 123-acre prescribed burn on Observatory Mesa Tuesday, which created a visible smoke plume throughout much of the city.
Flagstaff residents are likely to see smoke just west of town this week as the Flagstaff Fire Department conducts prescribed burns on Tuesday within the Observatory Mesa Natural Area.
