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North Rim, Grand Canyon and Dragon Bravo Fire

Dragon Bravo Fire grows to 105K acres along Grand Canyon’s North Rim; largest wildfire in US
The Dragon Bravo Fire has exploded to over 105,000 acres, making it the largest wildfire in the United States so far this year.
Wildfire destroys historic Grand Canyon Lodge, North Rim closes for the season
The Grand Canyon Lodge was one of dozens of structures destroyed in a fast-moving wildfire in Arizona over the weekend, the National Park Service confirmed.
Dragon Bravo Fire is now 10th largest wildfire in Arizona's history
The Drago Bravo Fire has burned over 100,000 acres near the Grand Canyon, making it the 10th largest wildfire in the history of Arizona.
Grand Canyon wildfire containment drops to 4% as blaze approaches 100,000 acres
The Dragon Bravo Fire along the Grand Canyon’s North Rim continues to grow, burning over 94,000 acres. The containment level shrunk to 4% as the fire advances to the north. Windy conditions are expected to worsen Wednesday.
Historic lodge on Grand Canyon North Rim destroyed by wildfire
The Grand Canyon Lodge opened in 1937 and was the only hotel located inside Grand Canyon National Park on the North Rim.
Dragon Bravo Fire grows to 94K acres, containment shrinks
The Dragon Bravo Fire has grown to over 94,000 acres near the Grand Canyon. Containment on the fire has shrunk to 4%.
Dragon Bravo Fire in Grand Canyon National Park booms to over 105,000 acres burned
As of July 30, 1,194 personnel are working to contain the fire, which is being fueled by mixed conifer, aspen regeneration and ponderosa pine.
Wildfire destroys a historic Grand Canyon lodge and other structures
Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Ed Keeble said the Grand Canyon Lodge, the only lodging at the North Rim, was consumed by the flames.
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Grand Canyon Wildfire Becomes A 'Megafire'
A massive wildfire burning on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon has exceeded 100,000 acres, meaning it is now classified as a "megafire".The Dragon Bravo Fire has been burning since it was sparked by ...
Did the 'Brighty of the Grand Canyon' statue survive the wildfire?
A statue of a burro immortalized in a book and movie was cherished by many North Rim visitors. Did it survive the burning of the Grand Canyon Lodge?
A wildfire that destroyed historic Grand Canyon Lodge spread after being allowed to burn for days
A wildfire that tore through a historic Grand Canyon lodge and raged out of control Monday had been allowed to burn for days ...
Historic Grand Canyon Lodge destroyed in wildfire, which closes North Rim for season
The Dragon Bravo Fire engulfed the Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, destroying the landmark building and dozens of ...
The Grand Canyon Lodge burned in a wildfire. What to know about its history
The lodge opened in 1937 and was the only hotel inside the national park's boundaries on the North Rim. It was a National Historic Landmark.