Today hand crews and engines resumed monitoring containment line for any heat along the lines and possible smoke within the interior of the fire. The fire has stayed within its footprint for the last several days and increased humidity levels have allowed crews to make significant progress by keeping fire activity low. Crews successfully established black line around the left flank of the fire and it is now 46% contained at 264 acres. Storms continue to build up across the Mogollon Rim, but there has been no noteworthy moisture over the fire area. Some resources are being released for rest and rehab or being reassigned to other incidents across the state.
Additionally, Brady Fire resources continue to support the Tonto National Forest for initial attack for any new starts within the forest. The Tonto and Coconino National Forests’ Emergency Closure Order remains in place within the fire area. The order runs through September 7, 2023, or until rescinded by the forests. This will be the final update for the incident. Updates continue to be shared through InciWeb and agency social media channels.
Weather: This week, afternoon thunderstorms forecast with a chance for precipitation during the week. Storms building along the Mogollon north of Payson.
Personnel Assigned: 176: Hotshot Crews – 2, Type 2-IA hand crews – 1, Type 2 hand crews – 1, engines – 1, dozers – 1, water tenders – 1, helicopters – 3.
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Incident Information: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/aza4s-brady-fire
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Fire Restrictions: wildlandfire.az.gov
Forest Closure Order Information: https://www.fs.usda.gov/tonto
Media/Public Phone: 602-540-1036