JACKSON, Wyo. — Have you ever wondered how the Forest Service manages to conduct prescribed burns when the ground is covered with snow?

The Bridger Teton National Forest Service explained how they get the job done with the terra torch. This device is connected to a pump on a UTV or pickup truck and allows fire personnel the ability to get snowy piles going much more accessible than a traditional drip torch.

Teton Interagency resources were able to use this to remove piles and excess fuel from the Skyline area on the Pinedale Ranger District this week.

Toby Koekkoek is a Community News Reporter, and a recent resident of Teton Valley. He enjoys writing about our region's community events and the movers and shakers that make up the culture of this unique mountain town. He enjoys deep powder, and deep thoughts, skateboarding, playing racquet sports, riding his bike, and nerding out on music. Toby also coaches freeride skiing for the Jackson Hole Ski Club and runs skateboard camps in the summer.