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Prescribed Fire
Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, in partnership with the Bainbridge Island Fire Department, Bainbridge Island Land Trust, and the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, is planning a prescribed fire operation at Hilltop as part of ongoing meadow health, habitat restoration, and wildfire resilience efforts.
Prescribed fire is a carefully planned and professionally managed tool used to reduce wildfire risk, improve ecosystem health, support native plant communities, and restore natural ecological processes. The project will be conducted under strict weather, safety, and smoke management conditions by trained fire professionals.
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What to Expect
Prescribed fire operations at Hilltop will occur within a general seasonal timeframe rather than on a fixed date. Because safety is the highest priority, fire managers must wait for the right combination of weather, fuel moisture, wind conditions, and smoke dispersion before proceeding with any burn activity.
Current Status & Notifications
Community outreach and advance public notification are important parts of the project. Prior to ignition, updates regarding anticipated burn windows, trail closures, smoke information, and operational status will be shared through our website and communication channels. Conditions can change quickly, and planned burn dates may shift or be postponed ensuring operations remain safe for the public, nearby neighborhoods, responders, and the surrounding environment.
Notices and updates will be posted on this website with as much advanced notice as possible.
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