1800 PT | SUNDAY | JUNE 20, 2021
SUMMARY — The WALNUT FIRE ignited from an unknown cause this morning around 0600 hours MST. It is located about seven miles northwest of Dragoon, northeast of Benson and just north of I-10 between Benson and Wilcox.
COMMAND — Fire management is under IC Tod Wevorka, DFFM. Lead Agency: AZ DOF.
RESOURCES — 50 total personnel with hand crews and engines, assisted by SEATs. VLAT was on order but was diverted to the PINNACLE FIRE.
SIZE UP — Estimated at 350-600 acres of grass and brush consumed. 0% contained.
OPERATIONS — Crews dealing w/hot & dry conditions & 31mph wind gusts.
(c) 2021 NW Fire Blog
NW Fire Blog 