More On The February Fire

The fire has reached 3,615 acres, but, is at 35% containment. The total of personnel is now at 539. Equipment used is currently at 22 engines, 7 dozers, 19 water tenders, 6 helicopters, & 2 air tankers. The fire is fueled by chaparral, pine and juniper and is still 12 miles north of Payson, in rough, broken, steep terrain. Stable weather conditions throughout Sunday assisted firefighters in continued burnout operations on the February Fire. Several firefighter crews & engine crews are camped out at Camp Geronimo Boy Scout Camp & Bray Creek Ranch maintaining a protective vigil. The Control Road (FR 64) remains closed between the Geronimo Estates Roads (FR 458) and the Washington Park Road (FR 32). Residents may access their properties. The speed limit is 20 mph. For additional information, updates and maps see www.fs.fed.us/r3/cwz/index.htm.