WILLIAMS BAY, WI – The Walworth County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents that a controlled burn is underway today at the old George Williams College campus along the Geneva Lake shoreline.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the burn is planned and supervised, and there is no threat to the public or nearby properties. The notice, issued early Thursday, reminds residents that smoke may be visible in the area throughout the day as crews manage the burn.
Controlled burns are a common land management practice used to reduce excess brush, prevent wildfires, and maintain local ecosystems, authorities noted. The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that citizens should not call 911 to report smoke or fire in the vicinity of the former college campus during the operation.
The burn is expected to continue throughout the afternoon, depending on weather conditions and wind direction. Drivers traveling near Chapel Drive and University Drive should remain cautious, as smoke may drift across roadways.
Residents are encouraged to follow the Walworth County Sheriff’s Office on Facebook for real-time updates and notifications about community safety alerts.
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