Hansen Knob Prescribed Burn Planned in Salmon Creek and Myers Flat Area
Southern Humboldt County, CA — November 2026
Briceland Volunteer Fire Department, in partnership with the Humboldt County Resource Conservation District (HCRCD), the Humboldt County Prescribed Burn Association, member departments of Southern Humboldt Fire and Rescue, participating landowners and community partners are planning a prescribed burn on the Hansen Knob Project, located on the Chapman Ranch near Salmon Creek Rd.
Burn operations are tentatively scheduled for November 2nd, 2026, pending favorable weather conditions, fuel moisture, staffing availability, and regulatory approval. Exact ignition dates and operational periods will be determined based on conditions that support safe and effective burning.
This 43 acre prescribed burn is designed to improve rangeland and forest health and support long-term stewardship objectives on private lands. By strategically applying low-intensity fire under carefully monitored conditions, project partners aim to reduce the risk of future high-severity wildfires while promoting healthy ecosystem function.
Residents in the area may observe smoke, fire personnel, equipment, and temporary increases in traffic during burn operations. Smoke impacts are expected to be short-term and will be monitored throughout the project. Every effort will be made to minimize impacts to nearby communities while achieving project objectives.
Prescribed burning is conducted under strict safety protocols and coordinated among trained fire personnel, landowners, and partner organizations. Operations will only proceed when weather and site conditions meet established prescription parameters.
The Hansen Knob Burn represents a collaborative effort among local fire agencies, landowners, and community organizations working together to restore the beneficial role of fire on the landscape and improve wildfire preparedness throughout Southern Humboldt. Funding for this has been provided by a USDA Forest Service Landscape Scale Restoration (LSR) Grant.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/private-land/landscape-scale-restoration