Note: Both original meeting dates were canceled following extreme weather. This story was updated June 25 to include the rescheduled dates.
ISABELLA — The Superior National Forest is holding two public meetings about fire communications at the Isabella Community Center later this month.
The first meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, and will focus on forming an informal network of fire communication ambassadors. Isabella community members interested in joining the network are encouraged to attend.
The second meeting is a general session to discuss fire communication plans moving forward. That meeting is set for 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 25.
In the meeting notices, Superior National Forest said it is "committed to improving our communication processes with the community of Isabella." Last month, a wildfire started from a prescribed burn near Isabella. The Fry Fire burned 186 acres, 49 of which were prescribed.
In 2021, hundreds were evacuated from the Isabella area after lighting sparked the Greenwood Fire. The fire burned nearly 27,000 acres from Aug. 15 to Oct. 1. Three years later, some residents say they are still frustrated by communications, or lack thereof, during and after the fire.
The July 25 meeting will have a virtual option for those unable to attend in person. The July 23 is in person only.
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