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   Winds Continue to Challenge Firefighters

April 22, 2022 

Location: 10 miles south of Prescott-Bradshaw Ranger District (T12N, R2W, SEC 12), near Mt Union.

Start Date:  April 18, 2022

Size:    Approximately 2356 acres, 0% Containment

Cause:     Under Investigation

Vegetation:   Brush, Ponderosa Pine, and Mixed Conifer

Number of Personnel Assigned: 359

Last night the fire remained active. Strong winds will continue to test fire lines.  The fire had minimal growth to the northeast and west of Senator Highway.  Large diameter dead and downed fuels continue to burn along the permitter and interior, increasing smoke which can be seen in the surrounding communities. 

With communities still being threatened by the fire, structure and point source protection remains a priority where it is safe for firefighters to engage.  Firefighters continue to build direct and indirect line construction in areas offering potential success of line holding.  Today’s wind will continue to test fire lines along the north east edge of the fire.     

During initial attack on Monday, April 21 two outbuilding were damaged.  Additional information will be released when property locations have been verified and owners notified. 

We would like to remind the communities that firefighter and public safety remain the number one objective.  We want to make sure your communities are safe before we allow anyone to return home.    

Resources Assigned:  5 - Type 1 Hotshot crews, 2 - Type 2 Hand crews, 19 - Engines, 5 - Helicopters, Miscellaneous Equipment and Overhead.