The Mecklenburg County Natural Resources staff has just announced they will be setting the McDowell Nature Preserve on fire today at around noon as part of a controlled burn.
The county sent out an alert noting that smoke will be seen around Charlotte today between 12-3 pm:
“Mecklenburg County Natural Resources staff are conducting a controlled burn today beginning around noon at McDowell Nature Preserve. Smoke will affect air quality in the downwind area for 2-3 hours. To reduce your exposure to smoke, stay indoors or avoid areas of heavy smoke.”
For more information on controlled burns click here.
