KAFB News:

KIRTLAND AFB – Kirtland Air Force Base concluded a prescribed burn that was conducted on Thursday.

Approximately 80 acres were successfully treated during Kirtland’s mitigation efforts. While active operations have ceased, smoke may continue to be visible through the early evening. The Kirtland Fire Department continued to monitor the areas throughout the night.

Fire crews began operations mid-morning and ended ignitions in the afternoon to allow for the most desirable ventilation and chose to divide treatment areas into smaller units to minimize smoke impacts. 

The Kirtland prescribed burn was carefully managed, using a multi-agency approach, to maximize safety and effectiveness, while minimizing risk. The goal of Thursday’s burn was to reduce fuel for wildfire by thinning overgrowth and reducing underbrush.

For more information, call the 377th Air Base Wing Public Affairs office at 505.846.5991.