CAL FIRE begins vegetation management project Southwest of Redding | News [Video]

REDDING, Calif. – If you notice smoke southwest of Redding over the next couple of weeks, don’t be alarmed. CAL FIRE crews have initiated the Williams Ranch Vegetation Management Project, which began today and will run through February 3, 2025.

Project Overview

CAL FIRE says the project, located near the community of Platina, will focus on reducing fire fuels across 800 acres of timber and brush. This effort is designed to mitigate the risk of wildfires by clearing excess vegetation, improving fire safety, and promoting healthier ecosystems in the area.

CAL FIRE’s Shasta-Trinity Unit will be working on the project daily, addressing small, manageable sections of land. While the burns will be controlled and monitored, smoke may …