Slash Burning in Pony Creek Watershed, Nov. 17

The City of Coos Bay and the Coos Bay North Bend Water Board own and manages timber land within the Pony Creek Watershed. After a unit is logged, there is leftover wood residue and slash. It is a recommended practice to use burning to dispose of this material to abate fire hazards. Because of weather and wind conditions, this activity is heavily regulated by the Coos Forest Patrol. The city plans to perform slash burning Tuesday and throughout the week depending on weather. There may be several days where there is noticeable smoke in and around the city Limits. Any questions can be directed to the City of Coos Bay Public Works Department at (541) 269-8918.