Spring Prescribed Fire planned for TOMORROW Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 at the ODHA's Nelson Reck Park Woods .
Prescribed fire is an essential element in long-term natural resources management and habitat restoration goals. Fire helps remove invasive species, open tree canopies, and increase wildlife habitat. Rx fires are also used to reduce wildfire risks by removing accumulated fuels before a wildfire occurs. Fire isn’t always destructive - many ecosystems rely on fire to thrive. Wildland fire management, including #RxFire, is a critical tool in maintaining healthy landscapes. These lower-intensity burns help reduce fuel loads, prevent larger, more destructive fires, and promote biodiversity. Understanding fire ecology is key to balancing wildfire risk and ecosystem health. Prescribed fires are very weather and resource dependent; notice will be given the night before or that morning.
It is suggested that you keep the windows and screened doors closed tomorrow.
Nelson Reck Park is approximately ~4-acres located west of Ogden Road, north of Ogden Court, and east and south of Cedar Trail.
