The San Juan National Forest may conduct a prescribed burn beginning Sunday, April 19, at the Boggy Draw site.
As this operation is underway, smoke may be visible nearby, including along Highway 145. Overnight, smoke may drain into the canyon along Highway 145 and reach Dolores.
The site is located in Montezuma County, roughly 4 miles northeast of Dolores.
Check EPA's Fire and Smoke Map for real-time air quality sensor data in the area. For more information on the health impacts of wood smoke, visit CDPHE's Wood Smoke and Health page. For more information on prescribed burning in the San Juan National Forest, visit their website.
