Prescribed Burn in South Walton Mar. 23

March 23, 2010

From South Walton Fire District –The Florida Parks Service at Grayton Beach State Park will be conducting a prescribed burn today, March 23, 2010, on the east side of CR 283, approximately one (1) mile north of CR 30-A. 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 north, smoke will be visible in areas of South Walton and will drift to the south.   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. Please contact Matthew Allen, Grayton Beach State Park at 850-231-4210 with any questions.