Crooks Mountain Prescribed Burn Day Two Canceled 

October 29, 2026 – Madera, CA – California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit officials announce the second day of the Crooks Mountain Prescribed Burn, scheduled for today, October 29, 2026, has been canceled due to weather conditions. Higher humidity levels in the area are not conducive to successful burning operation.

Crews conducted the first day of prescribed burn on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. A total of 15 acres was burned.

Related: CAL FIRE Announces Planned Crooks Mountain Prescribed Burn in Ahwahnee on October 28 & 29, 2026

Special thanks go out to Madera County Fire Dept., Mariposa County Fire, U.S. Forest Service - Sierra National Forest, Madera County and Madera Sheriff for coming out and participating.

There may be lingering smoke visible in the area of Road 600.

Source & photo: CAL FIRE