Tonto National Forest Announces New Prescribed Burn Schedule

Government

Published May 21, 2026

The Tonto National Forest has released its schedule for prescribed burns to improve forest health. The burns are expected to begin next week, targeting areas around Payson to reduce wildfire risk and promote ecosystem recovery.

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