Prescribed burning is underway in the Old Bluff Road area of southeast Richland County. Weather permitting, controlled burning will continue through May 30.
The Richland County Conservation Commission is conducting the burning on some conservation properties in the area to remove overgrown vegetation and lessen the risk for wildfires. Residents may notice smoke while burning is taking place.
During a burn, trained forest managers carefully ignite targeted areas and maintain low-intensity fires under closely monitored conditions. The burns are permitted by the state Forestry Commission and follow strict safety and weather guidelines.