Kaibab Plateau Scenic Drive . On June 14, red flag conditions composed of high wind, low humidity, high temperature, and an unstable atmosphere created very active fire behavior. The plateau, part of the larger Colorado Plateau, is bordered on the south by the Grand Canyon and reaches an elevation of 9,200 feet (2,800 m). Temporary flight restrictions are in effect around the entire fire area. [3] By the next day, June 9, the fire had grown to an estimated 500 acres (202 ha). Firefighters gain ground on 800-acre Mangum Fire on Kaibab Plateau. Impacts from the Mangum Fire were felt throughout northern Arizona. NORTH KAIBAB PLATEAU, Ariz. — The Mangum Fire, located on the North Kaibab Plateau reached 71,043 acres June 23 and was 33 percent contained. FREDONIA, Ariz. – The Mangum Fire on the North Kaibab Ranger District of Kaibab National Forest has grown to about 500 acres because of very high winds and rugged, inaccessible terrain. Under Stage 2 open fires including campfires, charcoal, or wood fueled flames are prohibited. On June 25, the power was restored. [6], The fire caused the entrance to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park and lands operated by the Bureau of Land Management, east of Fredonia, to be closed. Fire suppression repair began. Select highways were closed, including Highway 67, which resulted in closure of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Violation of the restrictions on national forests is punishable by a fine of up to $5,000, imprisonment up to six months, or both. Kaibab Fire & Climate Adaptation Workshop. The park will remain closed until further notice. The highest point on this plateau is a small area at 9,200+ feet in elevation, making what seems to be a simple little hill the 14th-most prominent point within Arizona, with 3,580 feet of clean prominence. The Mangum Fire is a wildfire burning in Kaibab National Forest in Arizona in the United States. NORTH KAIBAB PLATEAU – As predicted, strong wind gusts tested fire lines June 29 constructed over the last three weeks on the Mangum Fire. Mangum Fire, Kaibab Plateau, Fredonia, Kaibab National Forest The Mangum Fire on the North Kaibab Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest has grown to about 500 acres due to very high winds and rugged, inaccessible terrain. The fire, which started on June 8, 2020 approximately 16 miles north of the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, burned a total of 71,450 acres (28,915 ha). Stage 2 fire restrictions will remain in effect until significant precipitation reduces fire danger levels. A plume of smoke drifts northeast toward Lake Powell. [4] Air quality was impacted in the Arizona towns and cities of Tuba City, Kayenta, and Chinle. The fire threatened the community of Jacob Lake, Arizona, resulting in its evacuation. The forests implemented Stage 2 restrictions because of increasing fire danger and the need to prevent human-caused wildfires during potentially dangerous fire conditions. Northern Arizona fire continues to drift smoke above Kane County. The U.S. Forest Service has closed the entire fire area. The 44-mile drive from Jacob Lake to the North Rim has been described as “the most pleasant 44 miles in … The fire burned within feet of the Historic Ranger station but through pre-preparation and crews arriving back on scene in the nick of time… saved it. The effects of fire severity were monitored on northern goshawk habitat and prey species populations; Kaibab Plateau, Arizona. The simple reason as to why you shouldn’t hunt Kaibab this year is due to the fire that happened earlier this year. Fire is a force of nature that has shaped the vegetation and ecosystems of the Grand Canyon region. By the time fire crews responded, the fire had grown to 70 acres (28 ha). Forestry research Students in NAU forestry programs expand their learning. The Mangum Fire was reported at approximately 3 PM on June 8, 2020 on the Kaibab Plateau near Mangum Camp about 1 3/4 miles north of Big Springs, Arizona in Kaibab National Forest. As a result, incident command added more fire crews to fight the fire. [19], Due to evacuation orders and threats to power sources in the area, electricity was turned off at North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park and Jacob Lake. A smoke column as seen from the Fredonia High School in Fredonia, Arizona. Kaibab Plateau Visitor Center, Jacob Lake, AZ (928) 643-7298. Additional firefighting resources are expected to arrive on scene today to assist in the wildfire suppression effort. [25], And the following roads and areas are closed as of July 7, 2020:[26]. Originally Published: June 16, 2020 2:42 p.m. Its projecting north-south landform into the Grand Canyon causes the Colorado River to flow first southwest, and then due-west. However, the fire escaped the boundaries prescribed for wildland fire use and burned about 40,000 acres in the central part of the Kaibab Plateau from June 25, when fire managers shifted from a wildland fire use to a suppression strategy, until it was contained on July 4. A temporary flight restriction remains in place over the fire area. [13] Winds from the fire began affecting air quality, with residents in Tuba City, Arizona and areas west of the fire being told to limit outdoor activities if they are sensitive to smoke. They were aided by a large number of fuels reduction projects around Jacob Lake that have been accomplished during the previous five years. As of June 16, the fire has consumed more than 29,689 acres and was three percent contained. NORTH KAIBAB PLATEAU, Ariz. — The Mangum Fire, located west of Jacob Lake on the North Kaibab Plateau, grew more than 27,451 acres June 12-16. Additionally, the containment percentage was re-calculated and went from 68 percent to 46 percent. Visitors to the area may see increased smoke or haze filling the Canyon. (Photos/U.S. [4] Crews dropped fire retardant on the south side, with the intention of keeping the fire from spreading towards Big Springs. Much of Kaibab National Forest and Bureau of Land Managment public lands located on the Kaibab Plateau and across the Arizona Strip were closed. The Mangum Fire is located on the Kaibab National Forest and is not within Grand Canyon National Park at this time. This article incorporates public domain material from websites or documents of the United States Forest Service. By the next day, June 9, the fire had grown to an estimated 500 acres (202 ha). Forest Road 22 is closed between road 422 and road 429. [6], While the exact details are under investigation, the fire was human caused. The fire started June 8 and forced the evacuation of Jacob Lake and several homes along House Rock Road. [7][8], By the morning of June 13, red flag winds caused the Mangum Fire to grow substantially - to over 10,000 acres (4,047 ha). De Motte Park campground, located four miles from the National Park entrance, is a good central location from which to fan out and begin birding and exploring this area. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Four hotshot crews and airtankers were called in to fight the fire. On June 12, Coconino County Sheriff’s Office along with U.S. Forest Service personnel evacuated the Jacob Lake area after Forest Service officials deemed the fire had reached a point where it became a threat to residents and visitor safety. NORTH KAIBAB PLATEAU, Ariz. — The Mangum Fire, located west of Jacob Lake on the North Kaibab Plateau, grew more than 27,451 acres June 12-16. Box 248, Fredonia, AZ 86022 (928) 643-7298. Four buildings were destroyed, including two historic cabins. The Mangum Fire threatened community of Big Springs, Arizona and the main powerlines which provide electricity to Jacob Lake, Arizona. [10], On June 14, the Mangum Fire jumped control lines towards Mangum Springs, Arizona, being fueled by grass, brush and pinyon-juniper. COCONINO COUNTY, AZ — Officials are battling a wildfire in Kaibab National Forest southwest of Jacob Lake at Mangum Springs. UPDATED: Mangum Fire near Kaibab Plateau in Arizona grows to more than 500 acres. Forest Service, Kaibab National Forest), Extreme fire behavior on the Mangum Fire June 12. Forest: Kaibab National Forest District: North Kaibab Ranger District Description: Arizona State Highway 67 provides access to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. (Photos/U.S. The Mangum Fire on the North Kaibab Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest has grown to about 500 acres due to very high winds and rugged, inaccessible terrain. Mangum Fire Wildfire News – 6/8/2020 Kaibab National Forest fire crews and other firefighting resources are responding to a wildfire on the North Kaibab Ranger District that has grown to more than 70 acres and is producing smoke visible from Fredonia and surrounding communities. The high plain is also known as the Buckskin Mountain, Buckskin Plateau, and Kaibab Mountain. By the evening, the fire had grown to 2,238 acres (906 ha), red flag warnings were in place, and evacuations were ordered for Jacob Lake, Arizona starting June 12. Over the course of … The Kaibab Plateau's top is a scape of rolling forested hills and subalpine grassy meadows. Over the past week fire crews have also contained the 17 acre Atoko Fire and the 32.5 acre Saffron Fire. As of June 16, firefighters are attempting to tie a June 15 spot fire near Lefever overlook into the perimeter. The public should be aware that fire restrictions often exist on non-federal land, such as city, county and state. The fire destroyed two cabins and two outbuildings at Mangum Camp. Smoke produced from the Mangum Fire on the North Kaibab Plateau June 12. Crews will work to attempt to secure fire’s spread near Little Mountain. Forest Service, Kaibab National Forest). [20] On June 27, the Wire Pass Fire started on the west side of House Rock Valley Road, burning "extremely close," to the Mangum Fire. "Wind Aligns With Terrain on NE Portion of Fire Pushing Flames East - InciWeb the Incident Information System", "Access to White Pockets and Coyote Buttes South is Temporarily Closed - InciWeb the Incident Information System", "Difficult Terrain Challenges Mangum Firefighters - InciWeb the Incident Information System", "Electrical Service Restored to the North Rim and Jacob Lake - InciWeb the Incident Information System", "Kane County brush fire forces evacuation of The Wave and Buckskin trails", "Highways 89A and 67 to Reopen at 6A.M. [11] Two days later, by the morning of June 16, the fire had grown to 47,561 acres (19,247 ha), fueled by sage-grassland, and three percent containment and had crossed onto lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. On June 15, crews continued to construct fire line to minimize the fire’s northward movement northeast of Highway 89A. The restrictions do not apply to any non-National Forest System lands (such as private, city, county or state lands). [18] Air support continues, with tankers flying out of St. George Regional Airport. Smoke from was reported as visible from Fredonia, Arizona, a small town that serves as the gateway to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. In June 2006 a dry lightning strike started a fire on the Kaibab Plateau. [24] As of July 7, the fire has burned 71,450 acres (28,915 ha) and was 88 percent contained. The fire is being managed utilizing a full suppression strategy, employing tactics that minimize impacts to important values at risk. LATEST STORIES. For a full list of prohibitions visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/kaibab/alerts-notices/?aid=58061, Contents of this site are © Copyright 2020 Williams News and Western News&Info®, Inc. All rights reserved. At the time the Forest Service elected to allow the fire to burn as part of the Wildland Fire Use directive; that is to reestablish a natural fire regime in the forest. Genetic Studies of Northern Goshawks The Kaibab Formation was named after the flat Kaibab Plateau. [16][17] The fire remains active on the northeast side on the north side of Highway 89A due to hard to reach terrain. [21], Highway 89A and Highway 67 were reopened on the morning of June 29, 2020 and evacuation orders were lifted for Jacob Lake and White Sage. Start the day smarter. [2], Smoke from the Mangum Fire on Forest Road 22 on June 9, 2020, Fire activity on the North end of the Fire on June 14, 2020, The fire near Jacob Lake Ranger Station on June 19, 2020, A dozer building fire lines on June 20, 2020, Thank you sign for Mangum Fire crews on June 20, 2020, McCall Smokejumper sawyer working nightshift on June 23, 2020, Firefighters overlooking the Mangum Fire on June 24, 2020, Crews working the Mangum Fire on June 24, 2020. The Kaibab Plateau is divided into two parts: the southern third, which is in Grand Canyon National Park, and the northern two-thirds, which is part of the Kaibab National Forest. [9] The fire jumped State Route 89A that day, moving northeast. The fire grew by ten miles to the north with embers jumping half a mile ahead of the fire, breaching control lines. Except, that western … On June 13, Coconino and Kaibab National Forests entered Stage 2 fire restrictions. The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is also closed. [6] However, by the afternoon of June 11, high winds caused the fire to jump containment lines and the fire began moving northeast. Forest Service, Kaibab National Forest), Sun rises behind smoke produced from the Mangum Fire June 12. [22] Evacuation orders were lifted for the two houses on House Rock Valley Road, however, evacuation warnings were put in place just in case the fire threat changed. ST. GEORGE — The Mangum Fire burning on the north ranger district of Kaibab National Forest has grown to more than 500 acres as fire crews tackle the … Forest Road 22 provides access either from the east edge of Fredonia (US 89A between Mileposts 607 and 608) or from DeMotte Park (0.8 mile south of the North Rim Store on AZ 67), then you'll follow Forest Roads 425 and 292B. (Photos/U.S. In the past week the Kaibab Plateau has had 10 starts all of which have been actively suppressed by fire crews. On June 13, the Mangum Fire was pushed north by strong gusting south winds and blowing embers created spot fires up ahead of the main fire, breaching control lines. [12] The next day, three homes were evacuated on Houserock Road due to the fire moving northeast towards the area. [5], On June 10, the United States Forest Service (USFS) reported that crews were able to control the fire due to low winds and that dozers were to start creating boundaries in order to contain the fire. Forest Service, Kaibab National Forest), Extreme fire behavior on the Mangum Fire June 12 produces a large smoke column. Contents of this site are © Copyright 2020 Williams News and Western News&Info®, Inc. All rights reserved. The Mangum Fire has burned 71,450 acres and is 63 percent contained as of June 30. The structure protection group continued working to create additional defensible space around structures and used burn outs intended to divert the blaze around Jacob Lake. 2006 Kaibab Plateau Warm Fire. Ten additional linear miles were added to the fire’s length. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material. The lineup of Fence, Locust, North Timp, Timp, and Fire Points marks the Kaibab Plateau to the southeast. 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Gasoline or propane stoves remain allowed if operated in an area clear of vegetation. The Kaibab Plateau is a plateau almost entirely in Coconino County, Arizona (but extending slightly north into Kane County, Utah) in the Southwestern United States. [1][2], The Mangum Fire was reported at approximately 3 PM on June 8, 2020 on the Kaibab Plateau near Mangum Camp about 1 3/4 miles north of Big Springs, Arizona in Kaibab National Forest. Forest Service, Kaibab National Forest). The "Mangum Fire" has grown to … | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy, Trusted local news leader for Williams AZ and the Grand Canyon, Jacob Lake evacuated as Mangum Fire reaches 29,689 acres; North Rim temporarily closed. Currently, Highway 89A is closed from Marble Canyon to Fredonia and Highway 67 to the Grand Canyon. [23], By the start of July, the fire grew in containment to 67 percent. 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