Size: 793 acres                           Containment: 2%                             Cause:  Under Investigation 

Location:  9 miles SW of Jacobs Lake at Mangum Springs    

Total Personnel:  142 including 4 Hotshot crews, 4 Type 6 engines, 4 Type 3 engines, 1 dozer, and 2 helicopters 

Incident Commander: Dave Gesser, Southwest Area Type 2 Incident Management Team #3 

 Summary: Southwest area incident Management Team 3 assumed command of the Mangun Fire at 8:30p.m. Wednesday August 10, from the local Type 3 incident commander. The fire ignited at Mangum Springs.

The fire is being suppressed utilizing a full suppression strategy using tactics that minimize impacts to important values at risk. Firefighter and public safety remain the highest priority. 

Local crews and Incident Commander Dave Veater’s quick response and exceptional planning allowed local crews Wednesday to be successful in keeping the fire from threatening additional values at risk. These values include structures at Big Springs and the main powerline supplying Jacob Lake and other developments. 

Additional resources are being ordered to support the suppression effort.

Predicted Smoke Impacts: Smoke is visible from both the north and south rims of Grand Canyon National Park, Jacob Lake, Highway 67, Highway 89A, Fredonia, Kanab and Page. For smoke and air quality information, visit the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Smoke Management Division. 

Closures:  Current Closures: A temporary closure is in effect along approximately 7 miles of Forest Road 22 between roads 462 and 429 in order to allow for active firefighting operations. Temporary road detours and closures are possible in the immediate fire area in order to provide for public and firefighter safety.

Restrictions: Stage 2 fire restrictions are in place, which include no open fires including campfires, charcoal, or wood fueled flames. Gasoline or propane stoves remain allowed if operated in an area clear of vegetation.  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. 

 For further information and exemptions on The Kaibab National Forest, visit the Kaibab National Forest website. 

Temporary Flight Restrictions: Temporary flight restrictions (TFR) are in effect around the entire fire area. Remember, that temporary flight restrictions also apply to unmanned aircraft systems (drones). If you fly, we can’t! 

For further information, please visit the following links: 

Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaibabNF/  Twitter: @KaibabNF

With the Mangum Fire located on the North Kaibab, people are wondering about Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19.  
Click on the PDF link below to view, download and print a 4 page document to learn more.

Firefighters were able to gain ground yesterday on the 800-acre Mangum Fire due to less windy conditions and the arrival of additional fire resources. Crews successfully began establishing potential boundaries to the wildfire's future growth along the eastern, northern and western perimeters.Today, firefighters plan to conduct burnout operations and establish dozer line to the north of the wildfire along Forest Road 769 as well as scouting for opportunities to construct hand line in key locations. Fire managers have identified areas that have been treated in the recent past with prescribed fire or other forest restoration treatments as potential locations to catch the growing wildfire. The Kaibab National Forest has completed a significant number of fuels reduction and forest health projects near the Mangum Fire area in recent years, which should aid in the firefighting effort.

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. Additional firefighting resources are expected to arrive on scene today to assist in the wildfire suppression effort.

The Mangum Fire was reported at about 3 p.m. yesterday afternoon and has generally been moving south and east toward the vicinity of Big Springs. The wildfire is about 9 miles southwest of Jacob Lake and 16 miles north of the boundary with the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. The weather forecast for today includes lighter winds, which should aid firefighters.

A Type 2 Incident Management Team has been ordered to coordinate the wildfire suppression effort.

MANGUM FIRE OVERVIEW

• Discovery Date: June 8, 2020
• Cause: Under investigation
• Percent Contained: 0
• Location (point of origin): 36.251 latitude, -112.144 longitude. Near Mangum Camp east of Forest Road 22 about 1 3/4 miles north of Big Springs on the North Kaibab Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest.
• Current Resources: 5 airtankers, 3 helicopters, 4 hotshot crews, 8 engines, 1 water tender, 1 dozer, and miscellaneous fire management personnel. Total personnel approximately 130.
• Current Size: Approximately 500 acres
• Predicted Smoke Impacts: Smoke is visible from both the north and south rims of Grand Canyon National Park, Jacob Lake, Highway 67, Highway 89A, Fredonia, Kanab and Page. For smoke and air quality information, visit the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Smoke Management Division.  
• Evacuations: None

• Current Closures: None. However, temporary closures and detours on Forest Road 22 and other roads in the immediate fire area are possible in order to allow for active firefighting operations.

Recent and Current Operations: Fire managers plan to use retardant today along the eastern and northern flanks of the Mangum Fire to limit fire spread in those directions. Helicopter bucket drops will be used to cool the wildfire's hottest areas in order to reduce fire intensity. Fire managers will also focus on ground reconnaissance in order to identify terrain features that could be reinforced to check fire spread. A Temporary Flight Restriction is in place over the fire area. 

Mangum Fire information is also available through the following sources:

• Kaibab National Forest Website: www.fs.usda.gov/kaibab

• Twitter: www.twitter.com/KaibabNF 

• Facebook: www.facebook.com/KaibabNF 

• Mangum Fire InciWeb: inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6748/

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 Mangum Fire was reported this afternoon near Mangum Camp east of Forest Road 22 about 1 3/4 miles north of Big Springs. Firefighting resources responding include two heavy airtankers, three helicopters, several engines, four hotshot crews, a water tender, and various management personnel.

The cause of the Mangum Fire is under investigation. There are currently no closures in place related to the Mangum Fire. Updates on the wildfire will be provided as additional information becomes available.

Kaibab National Forest information is also available through the following sources:

• Kaibab National Forest Website: www.fs.usda.gov/kaibab

• Twitter: www.twitter.com/KaibabNF 

• Facebook: www.facebook.com/KaibabNF 

• Flickr: http://bit.ly/KaibabNFPhotos

Bringham Fire 100% Contained: Burned Area Emergency Response Analysis Completed

Springerville, AZ - July 30, 2020 – The Bringham Fire was ignited by lightning on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests’ Clifton Ranger District on June 6, 2020. Conditions at the time were extremely dry, and the fire, burning in steep rugged terrain, quickly grew beyond the capacity of available firefighting resources. On June 7, the White Mountain Zone Type 3 Incident Management Team, led by Incident Commander Matt Bullmore, assumed command. Driven by strong winds, the Bringham Fire doubled in size on June 11, initiating the action for the Forest to order the Southwest Incident Management Team 4, led by Incident Commander Carl Schwope beginning June 13.

Throughout the duration of the incident, firefighters worked to keep the fire from spreading west of Highway 191, an identified value at risk. Successful on-the-ground and aerial firefighting efforts decreased the fires complexity, and on June 23, the Type 2 Team transitioned management of the fire back to the White Mountain Zone Type 3 Team. Over the next week, fire activity and growth decreased, and command transitioned from the White Mountain Zone Type 3 Team to a Type 4 Organization, led by Incident Commander Joe Names, on July 2.

Thanks to successful firefighting efforts, and the tireless contributions made by the many resources that battled the blaze, the Bringham Fire was declared 100% contained on July 29, 2020. The suppression cost to date for the Bringham Fire is $9.4 million.

Monsoon showers have recently blanketed the Bringham Fire, and the potential for flooding has been analyzed. A Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) team completed their evaluation of the potential for post-wildfire effects and prescribed emergency response actions to protect the land quickly and effectively.

BAER assessment teams are staffed by specially trained professionals representing multiple disciplines who evaluate the burned area and prescribe specific actions, such as deploying an excavator to create water bars along the fire-containment dozer lines to mitigate soil erosion. Additional post-wildfire analysis focused on potential impacts to threatened and endangered species, cultural and heritage sites, natural resources, and recreation sites near the burned area.   

The public is advised to be cautious when visiting areas downstream of the Bringham Fire burned area as it is now more vulnerable to flash flooding and debris flows—ash, sand, silt, rocks and woody material. Rainfall runoff normally absorbed by soil and vegetation may runoff extremely quickly in a burned area because the soil is damaged, and the vegetation no longer exists. Recreationalist must be prepared to move to higher ground when chances of rain exist. For flash flooding alerts and safety information, visit the National Weather Service website:  https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood. The temporary area closure around the fire remains in effect for the protection of public health and safety.

Fire information can be found at the following links:

• InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6747/  

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/apachesitgreavesnfs/  

The Bringham Fire was ignited by lightning on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests’ Clifton Ranger District on June 6, 2020. Fire activity over the past week has decreased with no additional growth in acreage. The type 4 organization that is currently managing the fire, led by Incident Commander Joe Names, will downsize firefighting resources on July 11, 2020.

The Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) team has completed their evaluation of the potential for post-fire effects from the Bringham Fire and have prescribed emergency response actions to protect the land quickly and effectively. Emergency response actions are now under way as an excavator is being used to create water bars along the fire-containment dozer lines in order to mitigate soil erosion. Areas in need of rehabilitation will be seeded with native grasses to stabilize the soil.

Local weather has remained hot and dry with no recent precipitation over the fire. The typical monsoon weather pattern has yet to develop in the White Mountains, however, the chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase this weekend. Areas downstream of the Bringham Fire burned area, which recreationalist may use, are now more vulnerable to flash flooding and debris flows—ash, sand, silt, rocks and woody material. Rainfall runoff normally absorbed by soil and vegetation may runoff extremely quickly in a burned area because the soil is damaged, and the vegetation no longer exists. The power of moving water is deceptive and deadly. Recreationalist must be prepared to move to higher ground when chances of rain exist. During the monsoon season, these three simple rhymes may help save your life: “When thunder roars, go indoors; Turn around, don’t drown; and Stay away, stay alive.” Additionally, obey all posted warning signs in areas where there is a danger of flooding. For flash flooding alerts and safety information, visit the National Weather Service website:  https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood.

Highway 191, which was previously closed for public and firefighter safety, has reopened. The temporary area closure around the fire remains in effect for the protection of public health and safety.

Fire information can be found at the following links:

• InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6747/    

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/apachesitgreavesnfs/  

• Temporary Area Closure Order: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd749041.pdf

Bringham Fire – July 2, 2020 Update

The Bringham fire has decreased in complexity and has moderated to the point that command of the fire will transition from the White Mountain Zone Type 3 Incident Management Team, led by Incident Commander Matt Bullmore, to a Type 4 Organization, led by Incident Commander Joe Names, on July 2, 2020.

Successful firefighting operations have limited the movement towards threatened structures. Crews have completed preparation work around threatened structures and will continue to monitor potential fire spread. Aerial resources will be used to suppress, monitor, and evaluate hot spots along the fire perimeter. Ed Holloway, District Ranger for the Clifton Ranger District, said “I’m thankful to all of the great work completed by the firefighters, and to the aviation crews (helicopters) who helped in a significant way to catch this fire before the onset of the monsoons”.  

The weather today is expected to be partly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Monsoonal activity is forecast to increase over the holiday weekend.

Highway 191 remains closed in both directions between Mile Marker 189 past Juan Miller Road and Mile Marker 225 at Blue Vista. This closure will remain in place through July 4, 2020. Members of the public are advised to drive with caution and leave roadways clear for emergency vehicles and equipment to pass. More information can be found at https://azdot.gov/adot-news/us-191-closed-eastern-arizona-mountains-due-bringham-fire.

Fire information can be found at the following links:

• InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6747/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/apachesitgreavesnfs/

• Closure Order: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/asnf/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprd3793918

• Southwest Region Smoke Outlook:https://wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlooks/SouthwesternRegion

Bringham Fire: July 1, 2020 BAER Update  

Steady monsoon showers will soon blanket the Bringham Fire burned area, potentially contributing to flash flooding along the Blue and San Francisco Rivers near Clifton, Arizona. “Monsoons are a double-edged sword in the Southwest, bringing much needed moisture, but also potentially deadly flash flooding along stream courses, especially within and below recently burned areas” explained USDA Forest Service Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) Coordinator Paul Brown. A Forest Service BAER team is currently evaluating the potential for post-fire effects from the Bringham Fire. BAER assessment teams are staffed by specially trained professionals representing multiple disciplines who evaluate the burned area and prescribe emergency response actions to protect the land quickly and effectively.

Areas downstream of the Bringham Fire burned area, which recreationalist may use, are now more vulnerable to flash flooding and debris flows—ash, sand, silt, rocks and woody material. Rainfall runoff normally absorbed by soil and vegetation may runoff extremely quickly in a burned area because the soil is damaged, and the vegetation no longer exists.  Severely burned soils can be as water repellent as pavement. The power of moving water is deceptive and deadly. Recreationalist must be prepared to move to higher ground when chances of rain exist. During the monsoon season, these three simple rhymes may help save your life: “When thunder roars, go indoors; Turn around, don’t drown; and Stay away, stay alive.” Additionally, obey all posted warning signs. For the Bringham Fire flash flooding alerts and safety information, visit the National Weather Service website:  https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood.

Fire Information Officers are available from 8:00AM to 8:00PM at (928) 288-2154 or email at 2020.bringham@firenet.gov. Fire information can be found at the following links:

• InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6747/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/apachesitgreavesnfs/

• Closure Order: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/asnf/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprd3793918

• Southwest Region Smoke Outlook:https://wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlooks/SouthwesternRegion

• Bringham Fire Story Map: http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/BringhamFireWebMap 

Bringham Fire: June 29 – July 1, 2020 Update

Over the weekend, fire crews continued structure protection work for the cabins and private properties within the fire’s vicinity. Besides clearing brush and other flammable materials away from structures, crews applied aluminized structure wrap, or cabin wrap, to the exterior of VT Cabin and Smith Place to protect them from radiant heat and embers. Red Flag conditions persisted over the Bringham fire on Sunday and tested control lines. A Red Flag Warning is a term used by fire weather forecasters to alert fire personnel and the public of the potential for extreme and critical fire weather due to high winds and low relative humidity. A Red Flag Warning is in effect on Monday from noon to 8:00p.m.

Lookouts will be posted to monitor the fires movement near the Blue River Ranches north east of the Bringham fire, and in other areas where values at risk have been identified. Fire crews will continue to patrol Highway 191 along the fires edge to extinguish any areas of active fire, and helicopters will continue to provide bucket drops to cool hot spots and aide in fire suppression efforts. A Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) team is expected to arrive at the fire this week to assess rehabilitation needs and begin their work to reduce the environmental impacts of the Bringham fire.

Highway 191 remains closed in both directions between Mile Marker 189 past Juan Miller Road and Mile Marker 225 at Blue Vista. This closure will remain in place through July 4, 2020 and may be extended as needed. Members of the public are advised to drive with caution and leave roadways clear for emergency vehicles and equipment to pass. More information can be found at https://azdot.gov/adot-news/us-191-closed-eastern-arizona-mountains-due-bringham-fire.

Fire Information Officers are available from 8:00AM to 8:00PM at (928) 288-2154 or email at 2020.bringham@firenet.gov. Fire information can be found at the following links:

• InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6747/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/apachesitgreavesnfs/

• Closure Order: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/asnf/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprd3793918

• Southwest Region Smoke Outlook:https://wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlooks/SouthwesternRegion

• Bringham Fire Story Map: http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/BringhamFireWebMap