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Burn day weather

Smoke, seen right next to the road, blows away from the road. A UTV is stationed to direct traffic if weather conditions change.

The prescribed fire at the Freeman School was initially considered on March 5, but ultimately postponed due to more suitable wind conditions predicted on March 6. As predicted, the winds blew the smoke away from roads, allowing for safe conditions for the fire crew, the historic structures, and the public. On March 5 and 6, 2024, 15 firefighters representing 4 agencies and 3 parks executed two successful prescribed burns at Homestead National Historical Park. A successful burn reduces fuels in an area which might otherwise experience less controlled fire. It also helps reinforce local and fire adapted plants while promoting new growth.

Robert Hartwig

NPS/Robert Hartwig

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Homestead National Historical Park, Code: HOME

Homestead National Historical Park, Gage County, Nebraska
Latitude: 40.2879981994629, Longitude: -96.8339004516602

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03/06/2024 | NPS/Robert Hartwig

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Hartwig, Robert A

Hartwig, Robert A

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