GILA COUNTY, AZ — A new lightning-caused wildfire in Gila County has forced the evacuations of multiple areas in Tonto National Forest.
Known as the Black Fire, Tonto National Forest officials say the fire has burned 11,100 acres as of Wednesday morning.
#BlackFire Update:
— Tonto National Forest (@TontoForest) July 14, 2024
Size: 8,000-10,000 acres
Cause: Lightning
Resources: 6 engines, two interagency hotshot crews, two type 2 crews, one ambulance, three type 1 helicopters with two type 1 helicopters enroute and more resources on order.
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All USFS campgrounds north of Highway 188 from the Roosevelt Dam to Schoolhouse, Revies Mountain School, Black Brush Ranch, and Cross P Ranch have all been placed on "GO" status, and people are being urged to leave those areas immediately.
The Tonto Basin Ranger Station is also closed until further notice due to the fire.
Please be advised that the #TontoNF will be implementing a closure order in portions of Tonto Basin, Globe and Mesa Ranger Districts due to the Black Fire.
— Tonto National Forest (@TontoForest) July 16, 2024
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Quail Run (Roosevelt), Roosevelt US Post Office, Lakeview Mobile Home Park, and Roosevelt Lake Marina and RV Park are all under "SET" status.
