Prescribed Burn Planned for Brush Creek in Plumas National Forest

Firefighters to conduct 35-acre controlled burn on February 10th, weather permitting

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Firefighters on the Plumas National Forest Feather River Ranger District plan to conduct a prescribed burn on approximately 35 acres in Brush Creek on February 10th, conditions allowing. Ignitions are expected to start around 9:30 a.m. and be completed by midafternoon, with smoke visible in the area for a few hours.

Why it matters

The prescribed burn is part of the ongoing recovery and reforestation efforts in the Brush Creek area following the 2020 North Complex wildfire. The controlled burn will help reduce critical fuels and prepare the area for future replanting as the Forest Service works to restore the landscape.

The details

Firefighters will be monitoring conditions throughout the operation, and the burn will be halted if weather becomes unfavorable, including increased or gusty winds. Residents and visitors are asked to use caution and watch for fire equipment in the area during the burn.

  • The prescribed burn is scheduled for February 10, 2026.
  • Ignitions are expected to start around 9:30 a.m. and be completed by midafternoon.

The players

Plumas National Forest Feather River Ranger District

The local ranger district of the Plumas National Forest that is overseeing the prescribed burn operations in Brush Creek.

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What’s next

The Forest Service will continue monitoring conditions and may adjust or postpone the burn if necessary based on weather and other factors.

The takeaway

This prescribed burn is a critical step in the ongoing recovery and restoration efforts in the Brush Creek area following the 2020 North Complex wildfire. By carefully managing fuels, the Forest Service is working to reduce the risk of future catastrophic fires and prepare the land for reforestation.