The Mangum Fire near Jacob Lake on the Kaibab National Forest forced the evacuation of a campground and a few homes over the weekend. As of Sunday night the fire had charred 24,000-acres and was only 2% contained. Strong winds and Red Flag Warnings over the weekend helped to push the fire quickly. Officials say the fire on Saturday was extremely active. The fire crossed highway 89A and continued to move northeast. Structure protection crews, aided by retardant from air tankers, worked all weekend to strengthen the fuels reductions projects the local District previously accomplished around Jacob Lake. ADOT closed Highway-89A from Marble Canyon to Fredonia and Highway-67 to the Grand Canyon. The Forest Service additionally has enacted a closure of the entire fire area.
