(FOX40.COM) -- The U.S. Forest Service has a prescribed burn set for the Tahoe National Forest on Tuesday, north of Truckee. Video above: Police arrest popular cliff jumper for rope swinging at Lake Tahoe State Park

Residents near Stampede, Boca and Prosser reservoirs can expect 168 acres to burn for up to two weeks, depending on the weather conditions, according to the USFS.

The prescribed burn is a continuation of critical roadside fuels reduction work that began in 2023, which established fuel breaks in the event of a wildfire. The agency said fuel breaks can provide improved opportunities for fire suppression, help establish safe ingress and egress for fire resources should a wildfire happen in the area.

According to the USFS, Smoke may be visible from around the Truckee area, with

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