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Firefighters responded aggressively to today’s Wild Bill Fire. It has been confined - meaning there is line around the fire and further growth has been stopped - and 50% contained at 26 acres. Crews will continue mopping up and ensure lines hold through the remainder of the day. Fire managers are anticipating full containment by tomorrow afternoon.
The fire generally burned across the forest floor on level terrain in ponderosa pine forest, with some individual torching. Smoke can be expected for the next couple days.
This will be the last update unless there are any significant changes.
Brienne Magee Public Affairs Specialist Flagstaff Ranger District, Coconino NF 5075 N Hwy 89 Flagstaff AZ 86004 o: 928-527-8290
From: Magee, Brienne
U -FS
For Immediate Release June 14, 2013
Crews responding to Wild Bill Fire northwest of Flagstaff, small closure around Lava River Caves
Crews are on scene of the Wild Bill Fire northwest of Flagstaff today. Multiple resources are responding including a helitanker and air tanker.
At this time, the fire is estimated to be 15 – 20 acres and crews are already making good progress. The public should expect to see smoke from Flagstaff, Bellemont, I-40 and Hwy 180, and they might see aircraft overhead.
As a precaution, forest managers are closing the Lava River Caves and surrounding area; patrols are there notifying visitors.
Date/Time Reported: Friday June 14, approximately 9:30am Location: NW of Flagstaff off Forest Road 171. Approximately 4 miles west of Hwy 180, 7 miles north of Bellemont (via FR171) Cause: Under Investigation
Size: Estimated 15-20 acres
Resources: Hotshot crews, engines and dozers, as well as a heavy helicopter and air tanker
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