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Jun 10
Wildfires can move fast. Having a go bag ready can save precious time. Pack essentials like documents, first aid supplies, water, clothing and chargers so you can leave quickly if conditions change. Learn more at ready.gov/wildfires and stay prepared.
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The Papa Fire is 25% contained.
Jun 9
Firefighters are continuing suppression work on the 135-acre Papa Fire located east of Flagstaff.
Fire activity decreased between Monday evening and Tuesday morning as overnight temperatures dropped and winds died down.
More information: inciweb.wildfire.gov/azcof-p…
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Jun 9
Firefighters are continuing suppression work on the 135-acre Papa Fire located east of Flagstaff.
Fire activity decreased between Monday evening and Tuesday morning as overnight temperatures dropped and winds died down.
More information: inciweb.wildfire.gov/azcof-p…
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Jun 9
The Papa Fire, located east of Flagstaff, is roughly 100 acres and additional firefighting resources have been requested.
More information: fs.usda.gov/r03/coconino/ale…
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Jun 8
We remain in VERY HIGH fire danger across the entirety of the Coconino National Forest, and stage 1 fire restrictions remain in effect.
Ensure you're abiding by restrictions - especially during windy and dry conditions.
See a wildfire? Call dispatch at 928-527-3552 to report it.
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Jun 8
Firefighters are responding to the Papa Fire located roughly 13 miles east of Flagstaff.
Responding resources include one Hotshot crew, one hand crew, six engines, one dozer, one water tender and miscellaneous overhead.
More information: fs.usda.gov/r03/coconino/new…
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Jun 8
Bell Rock Vista will temporarily close 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Monday, June 15 for maintenance and improvement projects conducted with Friends of the Forest Sedona.
We encourage visitors to seek alternate parking or travel plans during this time.
Thank you for your patience!
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Jun 2
June is Great Outdoors Month: a perfect time to get outside and reconnect with your wild side. Family, friends and even pets can join in on the fun. What’s your favorite way to enjoy your public lands? Tell us in the comments.
(Forest Service photo by Deborah Lee Soltesz)
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Jun 1
Forward progress on the Howard Fire has been stopped.
Jun 1
Firefighters are responding to the 3-acre Howard Fire, located 10 miles south of Flagstaff and visible from Lake Mary Road.
Resources assigned to the incident include four engines, one hand crew, one dozer and miscellaneous overhead.
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Jun 1
Firefighters are responding to the 3-acre Howard Fire, located 10 miles south of Flagstaff and visible from Lake Mary Road.
Resources assigned to the incident include four engines, one hand crew, one dozer and miscellaneous overhead.
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Jun 1
Forest visitors are asked to avoid the fire area during suppression activities as a matter of public and firefighter safety. More information: fs.usda.gov/r03/coconino/ale…
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Jun 1
Fire danger across all three of our districts remains VERY HIGH, and therefore, we remain in fire restrictions across the entirety of the Coconino National Forest.
Here's more information about what you can and can't do during stage 1 fire restrictions: fs.usda.gov/r03/coconino/ale…
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Jun 1
If you see an abandoned campfire -- or any other fire restrictions violation -- you can always call our dispatch at 928-527-3552 to report it.
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May 30
The West Fire, located on the Mogollon Rim Ranger District in the West Clear Creek area, is 50% contained. Firefighters continue to respond to the fire with a full suppression strategy.
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May 30
Resources assigned to the fire include two Hotshot crews, two helicopters, four engines, one water tender and miscellaneous overhead.
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May 28
Firefighters are responding to the 5-acre West Fire located in the West Clear Creek area, roughly 4.5 miles west of Clints Well. Expect increased fire vehicle traffic along area roads, including state Route 87 and nearby forest roads.
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May 28
Forest visitors are asked to avoid the public area during suppression efforts as a matter of public and firefighter safety.
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May 25
Our Headquarters, Flagstaff Ranger Station and Mogollon Rim Ranger Station will be closed today in observance of the federal holiday.
Our Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center -- and the greater national forest -- will remain open for your enjoyment.
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May 22
Stage One fire restrictions went into effect across the entirety of the Coconino National Forest yesterday.
What does that mean?
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May 22
Permitted:
✅Campfires only in Forest Service provided metal rings at developed campgrounds and picnic areas.
✅Use of propane or liquid-fuel stoves with 3 feet of cleared space.
✅Smoking within an enclosed vehicle or building or in an open, developed recreation site.
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May 22
Please do your part to help prevent unwanted human-caused wildfires by abiding by posted restrictions.
More information: fs.usda.gov/r03/coconino/fir…
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