Update On Lion Fire Fort Apache Indian Reservation

Fire Facts:
 Human Caused (under Investigation)
 Fire is located southeast of Whiteriver, in the Cosen Canyon area and just above the Tonto Creek drainage.
Start of Fire: Friday, April 4, 2014
Percent Containment: 60% Containment
Resources on Fire:
 3 Type 6 Engines
 1 Type 3 Engine
 1 short squad of 6 firefighters
 Mesa Hotshots
 Department of Corrections Crew
Current Size: 500 acres
Fuels Involved: Ponderosa Pine with a brush and grass understory.
Summary: Fire behavior was minimal yesterday. Firefighters will work on reinforcing the fire line and continue mopping up. Demobilization of crews will begin by the end of today.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *