The CAL FIRE logo featuring the outline of California, a rising sun, and text reading “California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection – CAL FIRE – Since 1885,” set against a background of wildfire smoke and fire engines.
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Department logo. seal (Photo courtesy San Jose Fire)

WILLITS, CA., 6/15/26 — As of Monday morning, Cal Fire is conducting a prescribed burn south of Willits through the week, the agency said.

About 100 acres of grasslands will be treated on the Howard Forest Headquarters property, Cal Fire said. The property, located along U.S Highway 101 south of Willits and north of Ridgewood, holds a Cal Fire station and emergency command center.

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Savana Robinson is a staff writer and photographer based in Ukiah, California.