Weather permitting, a controlled burn will take place in a remote section of the Argonne site, Thursday, March 9, 2017. There may be a visible smoke plume or the smell of smoke in the air.
These fires are intentionally set to promote the health of native plants, eliminate unwanted exotic plants or reduce the probability of wildfires.
Those who may be sensitive to smoke can sign up for e-mail air quality notifications when burns are conducted.