CHICO, Calif. - A prescribed burn in Middle Bidwell Park has been rescheduled by the City of Chico to Thursday morning.

The prescribed burn will start at 8:30 a.m. and continue until mid-afternoon.

The burn, initially planned for Wednesday, was delayed due to unfavorable wind conditions. The focus will be on the grassland area north of Upper Park Road between the main entrance gate and Horseshoe Lake Parking E.

For safety, several parking lots and trails will be closed, including Parking Lots B, C, D, and E.

Park users are advised to avoid the area and comply with any and all closures.

A burn permit and Smoke Management Plan have been approved.

The burn aims to enhance habitats, reduce invasive plants, and decrease fire risks, aligning with the Bidwell Park Master Management Plan.

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