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White Sage, Dragon Bravo

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 history.
Crews gain 95% containment as White Sage Fire scorches 58K acres near Grand Canyon
Highway closures and evacuations remain in effect as a wildfire burns more than 58,000 acres in Coconino County. It is one of two blazes raging at or near the northern rim of the Grand Canyon.
Containment increases on White Sage Fire; more firefighters shift to battling Dragon Bravo Fire
Coconino County’s two major wildfires, one of which torched the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, continue to burn this week. Approximately 1,500 firefighters are now working to contain
Dragon Bravo and White Sage wildfires burn over 70,000 acres in northern Arizona
Two wildfires, one burning near the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and the other farther north on the Kaibab Plateau, have scorched over 70,000 acres of northern Arizona wildland, according to state and federal fire officials.
Dragon Bravo Fire grows to over 123K acres as crews battle for containment
The fire has burned for a month on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, destroyed historic buildings and called for thousands of fire personnel.
Dragon Bravo Fire becomes 10th largest wildfire in Arizona history; burns over 123K acres
The Dragon Bravo Fire has exploded to over 105,000 acres, making it the largest wildfire in the United States so far this year.
Dragon Bravo Fire grows to 116K acres with 12% containment during 'record low' humidity
The Dragon Bravo Fire already destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge inside the famed national park and about 100 other buildings.
Dragon Bravo Fire continues to grow: More than 123,000 acres burned near Grand Canyon
As of Aug. 1, 1,189 personnel are working to contain the fire, which is being fueled by mixed conifer, aspen regeneration and ponderosa pine.
US BREAKING: America’s Biggest Wildfire 'Dragon Bravo' Scorches 114,000 Acres | Just 11% Contained
A massive wildfire burning through Grand Canyon National Park has scorched over 114,000 acres, forcing the full closure of the North Rim. Named the Dragon Bravo Fire, the blaze—sparked by lightning on July 4—has burned for nearly a month with only 11% containment.
Historic Dragon Bravo Fire grows to over 114,000 acres as fight goes on
Firefighters were engaged in suppression efforts as the containment of the Dragon Bravo Fire held, but were expected to be challenged.
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Dragon Bravo, White Sage Fires have destroyed areas that Southern Nevadans love. When might they come back?
Guests: Lisa Jennings, PIO for the SW Area Incident Management Team and Dragon Bravo Fire spokesperson; Adrian Skabelund, ...
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Burned Area Emergency Response team assessing fire severity on the White Sage Fire
After a wildfire, the Forest Service's first priority is emergency stabilization to reduce risks to life, property, or ...
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White Sage Fire remains at 83 percent containment
The White Sage Fire remains at 83 percent containment as fire crews continue to use equipment to move soil and debris to ...
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Dragon Bravo Fire sees slight growth in containment despite more critical fire weather
The Dragon Bravo Fire added another 10,000 acres to its footprint as its swath of destruction surpassed 100,000 acres.
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Minimal growth on White Sage Fire as highway reopens
Fire crews continue to increase containment on the White Sage Fire burning in northern Arizona. In an update on Saturday, the ...
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Highway 89A has reopened as White Sage Fire containment grows
Highway 89A has reopened to the public, but Highway 67 toward the Grand Canyon remains closed due to the nearby Dragon Bravo ...
Evacuations lifted for Jacob Lake as White Sage, Dragon Bravo fires burn
Wildfire activity may increase near the fires as humidity drops and temperatures increase, according to Inciweb wildfire ...
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White Sage and Dragon Bravo fires continue to rage across Grand Canyon's North Rim
The Dragon Bravo Fire has consumed over 11,000 acres and is 0% contained. The White Sage Fire has spread across 58,631 acres ...