The Mecklenburg County Natural Resources staff has just announced they will be setting the Gar Creek Nature Preserve on fire today at noon as part of a controlled burn.
The county sent out an alert noting that smoke will be seen around West Charlotte and Huntersville today between noon and 3pm:
“Mecklenburg County Natural Resources staff are conducting a controlled burn today beginning around noon at Gar Creek Nature Preserve. Smoke will affect air quality in the downwind area for 2-3 hours. To reduce your exposure to smoke, stay indoors or avoid areas of heavy smoke.”
