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Colorado national park reopens; Grand Canyon fire quadruples in week
A national park in southwest Colorado partially reopened Wednesday for the first time since a fire broke out earlier this month, while a fire at Grand Canyon National Park prompted more closures outside of the park.
Fire restrictions put in place for Grand Canyon National Park
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.
Wildfires Continue to Burn At the Grand Canyon—Here's What to Know
The latest on the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires. Plus, the trails, lodges, and campgrounds that are closed to visitors.
Fire restrictions in place amid wildfire danger at Grand Canyon National Park
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.
Blaze at the Grand Canyon is the largest US wildfire in 2025
The Dragon Bravo Fire, which has burned since July 4 on the Grand Canyon's North Rim, has become the largest wildfire in the continental United States in 2025. The lightning-caused blaze has torched more than 111,
Wildfire raging near Grand Canyon grows into a 'megafire'
The Dragon Bravo Fire, ignited by lightning around July 4, has become the largest wildfire in the continental United States in 2025.
Fire at Grand Canyon National Park grows beyond 100,000 acres
Tourists on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon look across it to the Dragon Bravo Fire burning on the North Rim, July 29, 2025 Hundreds of tourists meander around Mather Point on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park,
Grand Canyon fire adds to 7.5 million acres of burned national parkland, analysis shows
A USA TODAY analysis found more than 600 fires that burned at least partly inside national parks in the past four decades.
Dragon Bravo Fire grows, burning over 110,000 acres in the Grand Canyon
The Dragon Bravo Fire is now the largest wildfire ever recorded in the Grand Canyon, burning more than 111,000 acres. The fire continues to grow to the north, but at the South Rim, crews are about 11 miles from the flames.
Grand Canyon fire grows into a megafire and creates its own weather. It’s not done yet
The Dragon Bravo Fire became a “megafire” this week, doubling in size in just a few days as heat and strong winds drove the growth.
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Containment drops as Dragon Bravo Fire grows to more than 100,000 acres; White Sage Fire continues to burn
The Dragon Bravo Fire has grown to over 100,000 acres, making its way onto the list of the 10 biggest fires in Arizona ...
Grand Canyon's Dragon Bravo Fire reaches 'megafire' status, surpassing 100,000 acres
A wildfire that broke out in the North Rim of the Grand Canyon has now been deemed a "megafire" due to its size.
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Grand Canyon implements Stage 2 fire restrictions - KTAR.com
PHOENIX – As crews battled to contain two wildfires in northern Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park implemented Stage 2 fire restrictions on Thursday. The restrictions will remain in effect ...
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Grand Canyon National Park enters fire restrictions as North Rim burns
Grand Canyon National Park entered Stage 2 fire restrictions on Thursday, July 17, prohibiting campfires, charcoal grills and outdoor smoking throughout the park’s campgrounds and residential ...
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OPINION: Playing with fire: in defense of controlled burns as a useful tool
The devastating loss of Grand Canyon Lodge isn’t a reason to put new restrictions on good fire.
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How Natural Causes And Human Factors Led To The Disastorous Grand Canyon Fire
A fast-moving wildfire is currently tearing through the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, forcing evacuations, ...
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Governor declares statewide emergency, enacts new fire restrictions amid Utah wildfires
As wildfires scorch the state and suppression costs surpass $100 million, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signed an executive order ...
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New evacuations ordered because of Monroe Canyon Fire; power structures burned
The Monroe Canyon Fire burns near Mormon Mountain in Sevier County on Monday. The central Utah wildfire is now the state's ...