Illegal campfire spreads into small wildfire at Grand Canyon
April 8, 2024
Grand Canyon fire crews put out small wildfire caused by an illegal campfire on the southeastern side of the Canyon last Wednesday.
According to the National Park Service, an off-duty ranger noticed the fire near the Lipan Point parking lot, and quickly notified emergency dispatchers. Despite gusty and erratic winds on the rim, a quick response limited the blaze to less than 1/8th of an acre.
The fire had spread from a campfire ring someone had made; even though Stage I fire restrictions, which are always in effect at the Grand Canyon, limit campfires and solid-fuel stoves to designated areas in developed campgrounds.
Josh Freeman | KAZM News Director | josh@mellowmountainradio.com
Prescott Valley House Fire
Noise Disturbances
1% transaction privilege tax ordinance
Flagstaff Hosts Drop-off Day for Safe Disposal of Medications, Electronics, and More
Prescribed Pile Burns Scheduled
Red Dirt Concert Series in Sedona
The Yavapai County Office of Emergency Management has launched a new website
Yavapai County Sheriff Urges Safety After Three Fatal Recreational Vehicle Accidents
Tragic incident on Bear Mountain
A distressing case of animal neglect
