Prescribed burn in Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

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Estero Fire Rescue says there will be a prescribed burn in Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary on Wednesday morning.

According to EFD, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Prescribed Fire Team will conduct a 250-acres prescribed fire in the backcountry. Ignition time will be between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Heavy smoke may be visible at times.

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