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Kendrick 2 Fire / Hwy 180 Update: Smoke has diminished and the majority of firefighting efforts have moved away from the highway. ADOT has reopened Hwy 180.
Drivers are urged to be cautious – smoke and firefighters are still in the area. Crews are reporting solid progress and still anticipate full containment by tomorrow. Fire activity continues to be quieter today. No changes in size or containment.
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USDA FS NEWS List [mailto:USDA-FS-NEWS@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Magee, Brienne U -FS Kendrick 2 Fire 509 acres, 50% contained Flagstaff, AZ - Crews finished constructing containment lines and they held throughout the night. The Kendrick 2 Fire is 509 acres
and 50% contained. Fire activity is much quieter today after the majority of the heavy fuels were consumed overnight. Firefighters will continue to and deepen/strengthen the containment lines, patrol and mop up. Full containment is expected by tomorrow. Highway 180 remains closed in both directions. Fire managers expect being able to recommend reopening Highway 180 later today, and will work with law enforcement and ADOT to do so. The Coconino National Forest has responded to several human-caused fires recently and investigators are asking that if the public has any information on these fires to call 928-527-3558.
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