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FREDONIA, Ariz. – Aug. 6, 2023 – Firefighters are responding to the lightning-caused Kane Fire on the North Kaibab Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest. It is about 13 miles southeast of Jacob Lake, 11 miles south of US 89A, and 5 miles east of SR 67. The wildfire started Friday, Aug. 4 and immediate suppression actions were taken by air and ground resources.

The fire is estimated at 4,980 acres in timber, thick brush, and pinyon-juniper. Concerns include long drive times to access the fire vicinity, cultural resources, wildlife, and private property east of the fire.

Fire behavior was very active Saturday and with hot, dry, windy weather in the forecast, fire managers are expecting similar behavior over the next several days. Approximately 75 personnel are assigned to the incident including two crews, a dozer, a water tender, and five engines. A Type 2 Incident Management Team has been ordered for the incident.

Smoke is visible from across northern Arizona, including many areas south of the Grand Canyon. Smoke is generally spreading to the northeast.

Additional information can be found on the Kaibab NF website, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, or by calling the Fire Information Hotline at 928-635-8311 or local ranger stations.