Prescribed burn starts on Thomas Mountain
The Helitorch provided ignition as the Forest Service and other cooperating agencies began the Thomas Mountain prescribed burn. Photo courtesy USFS.
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USFS Press Release The San Bernardino National Forest, San Jacinto District is planning to conduct prescribed burning Monday, November 9 through Saturday, November 14, 2026 on the Thomas Mountain Project, pending all required approvals. More than 100 firefighters from the Forest Service and partner agencies will treat approximately 2000 acres on the north side…
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