Sequoia NP reintroduces fire where it had been excluded for decades

Dorst prescribed fire Sequoia National Park

This week the National Park Service reintroduced fire to an area in Sequoia National Park where it had been unnaturally excluded for decades. The 187-acre Dorst prescribed fire near Dorst Campground is expected to help restore a more natural density of fuels and vegetation.

All photos were provided by the NPS.

Dorst prescribed fire Sequoia National Park
Dorst prescribed fire, October 10, 2016. NPS photo.

Dorst prescribed fire Sequoia National Park

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Author: Bill Gabbert

After working full time in wildland fire for 33 years, he continues to learn, and strives to be a Student of Fire.