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Officials: Smoke, Haze Result Of Planned Exercises

The U.S. Forest Service did a controlled burn early Tuesday evening along the Union and Chester County line.

The Charlotte Fire Department also did a training exercise Tuesday.

Officials said nearby residents should expect to see smoke and haze in the surrounding area.

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