The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management in collaboration with Arizona State Parks and Trails on Tuesday will conduct a one-day pile burn project at Lost Dutchman State Park, northeast of Apache Junction.
DFFM project managers plan to start ignitions on in the morning, and the burn should produce smoke for several hours. Smoke, which will be visible to park guests, drivers along State Route 88 and some Apache Junction residents, is expected to move toward the southwest, officials said.
DFFM works with Arizona State Parks and Trails annually to reduce the risk of wildfires and protect nearby communities.
