The Flying V fire started on July 5 in the early afternoon and the cause is undetermined. Due to the fires growth and increasing complexity, the White Mountain Zone Type 3 Incident Management Team assumed command at 6:00pm on July 6, 2023. A full suppression strategy will be deployed to minimize impacts to highway 60 and protect tribal resources.
Operations: The Flying V fire is burning in rugged terrain and all suppression strategies will prioritize firefighter and public safety. The fire was located west of highway 60 until winds picked up yesterday afternoon and...