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Smoke seen to the west in Washoe Valley is Forest Service prescribed burn
Smoke visible in the Washoe Valley this afternoon is a U.S. Forest Service prescribed fire operation, fire officials confirmed.
Crews on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest's Carson Ranger District have continue prescribed burning in a 19-acre burn area west of the Whites Creek Trailhead parking area, off of Timberline Road about one mile north of the intersection with State Route 431, Mount Rose Highway.
Officials ask that you please not call 911 about burning in the area referenced above. Local law enforcement and Truckee Meadows fire officials are aware of the prescribed fire.