The Boulin Fire on the Williams Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest has grown to 756 acres, according to a Wednesday U.S. Forest Service release. The fire continues to move moderately towards the west, away from residential areas. The fire remains active and will continue to consume available fuels as dry weather conditions persist. Crews continue to fortify control features, the release said, adding that the lightning-caused fire is "benefiting forest health, reducing hazardous fuels and improving protection of the communities within the urban interface." Fire officials received a report from a local resident who witnessed seeing an individual preparing to operate a drone in the immediate area of the fire.
The Forest Service reminds individuals of the critical importance of not operating aircraft anywhere near an active wildfire or prescribed fire to ensure the safety of firefighters and the effectiveness of operations.