See how fire along Grand Canyon's North Rim grew
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The lightning-caused wildfire that consumed roughly 70 structures seemed unremarkable for days. High winds changed that.
Meteorologists are key to fire management, and the Dragon Bravo Fire didn’t have one on scene until Monday, several days after the damage was done.
PHOENIX — Residents on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon have been ordered to evacuate due to a fire in Grand Canyon National Park. The fire, named the Dragon Bravo Fire, is approximately 5,716 acres and has 0% containment. It was caused by lightning on July 4, officials with the National Park Service said.
A dramatic time-lapse takes you through the Dragon Bravo Fire as it burns on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.
The Dragon Bravo fire has burned more than 5,000 acres and destroyed numerous historic Grand Canyon structures.
All wood-burning and charcoal fires, such as campfires and charcoal barbecues, are prohibited. In addition, visitors and residents can only use liquid petroleum appliances like stoves, lanterns or heating devices in an empty area or one that doesn’t have flammable materials within three feet.
The White Sage Fire is located on Bureau of Land Management land, west of Jacob Lake and southeast of Fredonia.
A group of bipartisan lawmakers and officials have called for an investigation into how the Dragon Bravo Fire was able to grow and destroy dozens of structures, including the historic Grand Canyon Lodge.