North Rim, Grand Canyon
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The lightning-caused wildfire that consumed roughly 70 structures seemed unremarkable for days. High winds changed that.
The fire on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon started from a lightning strike but was managed as a controlled burn until it spread.
COCONINO COUNTY, Ariz. — Stage 2 fire restrictions will go into effect July 17 for Grand Canyon National Park due to the high threat of wildfire danger in the region. The U.S. Department of Interior said the restrictions will be applied to the South Rim and all other areas of the park.
The Dragon Bravo fire has burned more than 5,000 acres and destroyed numerous historic Grand Canyon structures.
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.
She was written out of Grand Canyon history, but fires are putting her iconic buildings at risk. Meet Mary Colter, the architect you've never heard of.
Firefighters are trying to contain the Dragon Bravo Fire on the Grand Canyon’s North Rim and keep it from destroying more buildings.