Over the next couple of months, visitors may see smoke, firefighters, and equipment along the roadway.
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Fire management staff at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are preparing to burn piles of vegetation in multiple locations throughout the parks.
The work is expected to begin Monday and run through March 15.
Over the next couple of months, visitors may see smoke, firefighters, and equipment along the roadway.
The clearing promotes healthier conditions for giant sequoias and other species, while also providing wildfire protection for structures and popular visitation areas.