Multiple areas have been placed on “SET" status to be prepared for a possible evacuation as the Bravo Fire continues to burn within the Navajo Army Depot Base in Bellemont.
Officials with the Coconino National Forest say the Bravo Fire was reported near the south end of the base around 11 a.m. as it burned through timber and grass at a moderate rate. It's an estimated 100 to 200 acres. According to the Ponderosa Fire Department, it was about 50% contained around 1:30 p.m.
A-1 Ranch, Bellemont North, 107 Village Camp, Bellemont South, Soggy Bottom Ranch and all residences off Naval Observatory Road should be prepared to evacuate if necessary.
From Coconino County Sheriff's Office and Coconino County Emergency Management:
— Coconino County (@CoconinoCounty) June 6, 2024
Due to wildfire on Camp Navajo Army Depot, following areas are placed in 🟨SET🟨 status:
- Zone 105 - A-1 Ranch,
- Zone 106 - Bellemont North
- Zone 107 - Village Camp
- Zone 108 - Bellemont… pic.twitter.com/oOtCTUywoX
Coconino County Sheriff's deputies and forest service officers are working to contact campers and urge them to avoid the area.
Numerous agencies and resources are on scene, including a Hostshot crew, two hand crews and an engine. Dozers were working to actively cut control lines around the fire.
A large plume of smoke was visible from Flagstaff Thursday afternoon.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.