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They are not equal and leave different results in the habitat. Prescribed fire actually increases germination success of some of our precious native seeds as well as removes thatch layers or vegetation while mowing just adds to the thatch layer.

Prescribed burning prepares sites for planting, removes undesirable competing vegetation, accelerates nutrient cycling, controls certain pathogens and noxious weeds, and promotes oak regeneration.

How does a controlled burn work? Controlled burns mimic natural fires. They are strategically designed by a team of certified fire experts and only occur under the safest conditions. Ecological thinning often takes place before a burn to make them safer and more effective.

The device injects glycol in a plastic sphere containing potassium permanganate, which is then expelled from the machine and aircraft. A few seconds later, an exothermic reaction results in ignition of fuels on the ground for prescribed fire or wildland fire applications.

It encourages the new growth of native vegetation, increases the biodiversity of plant species, minimizes the spread of pest insects and disease, and recycles nutrients back into the soil.

There are four primary components to planning a prescribed burn. These components include: 1) regulation review; 2) an evaluation of the prospective burn site; 3) preparation of a burn plan for the site; and 4) pre-burn site and equipment preparation.

Despite its benefits, prescribed fire does come with some disadvantages: Impact to air quality. Danger to firefighters. Risk of escaping burn prescription and transitioning to wildfire.

Establish goals and a plan for each burn. Goals and site characteristics should dictate the prescription for a burn. Plan every aspect of a burn well in advance to develop an adequate fuel load (usually grass or tree leaves), prepare fireguards, gather and repair equipment, organize labor, and obtain permits.