Prescribed burn at Coffeen Nature Preserve Feb. 23

SANTA ROSA BEACH –The Florida Park Service will be conducting a 25 acre prescribed burn today, February 23, 2010, at the 4-Mile Village, Coffeen Nature Preserve.  The burn will take place today between 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Due to the prevailing wind direction out of the west, smoke will be visible in areas of South Walton and will drift to the east.   As always, the South Walton Fire District is monitoring the conditions. If you encounter smoke on any roads, you are encouraged to please slow down and use caution.

It is anticipated that the smoke will dissipate once the burns have been completed

The Florida Park Service may be contacted at 850-217-5738 with any questions you may have.

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