Tag: Flint Hills Prescribed Burns

On March 24, ideal burning conditions in the Flint Hills led to elevated air pollution levels in central and eastern Kansas, affecting air quality until early Thursday. Prescribed burns help manage grasslands but can worsen health issues, particularly for sensitive individuals. The KDHE implements a Smoke Management Plan to mitigate impacts.

Conditions in the Flint Hills are favorable for burning, leading to elevated air pollutant levels through March 21. The Air Quality Index will vary from Moderate to Unhealthy. Prescribed burns help manage prairies but can cause health issues, especially for sensitive groups. Health precautions are advised during smoke events.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) reminds Kansans that prescribed burns in the Flint Hills during March and April help preserve the ecosystem and manage rangeland resources. Smoke from these burns can impact air quality, posing health risks. KDHE provides a tool to predict smoke impacts and offers tips to protect health during burning. For more information, visit The Kansas Flint Hill Smoke Management Website.

TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded an air quality advisory for parts of the Flint...

Lincoln – The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reminds Nebraskans that prescribed burning season is underway in...

Lincoln – The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reminds Nebraskans that it's Flint Hills burning season in...