Rafael Fire
The Rafael Fire was a wildfire that started near Perkinsville, Arizona on June 18, 2021. The fire has burned 78,065 acres (31,592 ha) and was fully contained on July 15, 2021.[2][3]
Events
The Rafael Fire was first reported on June 18, 2021, at around 7:27 pm MST.[2] The cause of the fire is believed to be due to lightning.[2] On July 15, 2021, the Rafael Fire reached 100% containment.[2][3]
Impact
Closures and Evacuations
The Coconino National Forest was fully closed on June 23, 2021, due to fire danger, dry conditions, persistent wildfire activity, and limited availability of firefighting resources.[4] The Coconino National Forest was reopened on July 6, 2021.
References
- ^ "Update: Rafael Fire 91% contained". The Daily Courier. July 1, 2021. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
- ^ a b c d "Rafael Fire". InciWeb. Retrieved June 21, 2021.
- ^ a b "National Interagency Coordination Center Incident Management Situation Report Thursday, July 15, 2021– 0730 MDT National Preparedness Level 5" (PDF). nifc.gov. July 15, 2021. Retrieved July 15, 2021.
- ^ "Backbone Fire Closures - InciWeb the Incident Information System". InciWeb - Incident Information System.
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