Canyon Fire under control

CANYON FIRE UPDATE

from The Arizona Republic

Friday, July 6

By Cassondra Strande

The Arizona Republic-12 News

Breaking News Team

 

Resources to fight the Canyon Fire have been dramatically reduced as crews have gained the upper hand on the wildfire, which has been burning in the Coconino National Forest.

About 15 people are still monitoring the blaze, which has consumed 7,532 acres to the northeast of Blue Ridge Reservoir near Arizona 87.  It was 75 percent contained, said Brady Smith, a spokesman for the Coconino National Forest.

The blaze was sparked by lightning June 29.  No structures were damaged, and no evacuations were ordered.

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