Previous pile burn operation in the area. Post file photo

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued an open burn permit to the Pajarito Mountain Ski Area operators to perform pile burning for the Jan. 6-20 timeframe.

Burning will only be conducted if outlined permit criteria and certain weather conditions are present to allow for safe activity. As a result, smoke may be visible from surrounding areas.

Direct questions to Los Alamos County Fire Marshal Wendy Servey at 505.695.3643.