Fire activity: Yá’át’ééh abiní. Fire lines still hold the fire west of Route 7 and north of the powerlines. Despite growing containment numbers, crews still have progress to make on the fire, specifically on the northwest portion of the fire which remains active. Fire behavior analysts also anticipate isolated tree burning in the interior of the fire. Traces of rainfall moved across the fire yesterday, however there is a lower chance of rain today. A high-pressure weather system moving into the area should decrease changes of rain today. Crews contained more of the fire south of N-26 on the west side with additional fire lines, secured previous containment lines, and secured safe perimeters about 30 feet into the fire. Across the highway north of N-26, crews tied in containment lines between Monument Canyon and logging roads in the area. An unmanned aerial surveillance (UAS) aircraft (aka drone) fired ping-pong-ball-like spheres that ignite when they hit the ground, to limit fire progress by burning out potential fire fuels on the northwestern flank of the fire. Crews positioned along Route 7 extinguished hot spots along the fire edge and moved deeper in, as they brought engines and water tenders in to suppress flames with water progressing south of N-26. Crews on the southeast portion of the fire made significant progress north toward the goal of tying in with those crews coming south from N-26. Damage reported today included two additional corrals and an outbuilding (a shed, barn, or outhouse) destroyed. A total of four area corrals have burned, and one hogan took minor fire damage. Structure assessment will continue to occur when it is safe for firefighters to enter. Cooperation on fire containment and related operations continues between fire personnel and local, tribal, and federal agencies. Additionally, Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez toured the fire by air. The same day, the Navajo president officially closed the fire area to the public. President Nez continues support for fire operations and communication with personnel who still have a large workload before full containment of the fire.

Communities Affected: The communities of Sawmill and Fluted Rock remain on high alert. Please continue to be ready. If you are asked to evacuate, please contact your local chapter house for information on evacuation shelters.

Smoke: Less smoke is expected today because fuel inside the perimeter of the fire has been consumed and showers reduced smoldering. As the weather gets hotter over the next few days remaining fuels may produce more smoke. Smoke is still expected from the northern edge of the fire from today's firing operation. Sawmill, Fort Defiance, and Window Rock will experience the most smoke impacts. Full smoke report: https://wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlooks/NEArizona.
 
Weather: As a high-pressure weather system moves in from New Mexico in conjunction with a three-day rise in temperatures will decrease chances of rain in the area and could cause increased fire activity going forward.

Values: Firefighter and public safety are the highest priorities. The fire area includes multiple communities, power lines, sheep and horse camps, and cultural and historical sites, which firefighters are working hard to protect.

Closures and Restrictions: An executiveclosure order for the fire area is in place. The general public should avoid the wildfire area so as not to interfere with firefighting efforts. Road Closures: Navajo Route 7 is closed from Sawmill to Three Turkey Ruin Junction and N26 is closed from where it intersects N27 out to Route 7. Roads that remain open are N27 and N201.

More Info:  Official Wood Springs 2 Fire information can be found on Facebook at BIA Wildland Fire Management – Navajo Region @BIANavajoRegion.
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Fire activity: Yá’át’ééh abiní. Fire lines continue to hold the fire west of Route 7 and north of the powerlines. The fire did not get any measurable rain yesterday, however cloud cover and higher relative humidity levels decreased fire behavior on much of the fire. Similar weather conditions are expected today. The fire south of N-26 did not see significant growth yesterday, however, fire crews continue patrolling, securing, and improving established fire lines today. Handlines are being constructed on the west side of the fire north of N-26. Light winds will allow for additional firing operations off Route 7 on the northern portion of the fire in an effort to keep the wildfire from jumping Route 7. Helicopters delivered water, and air tankers dropped multiple loads of retardant along Route 7 yesterday to reinforce the fire line. Aircraft will continue to strategically work the fire where needed. An unmanned aerial surveillance (UAS) aircraft (aka drone) is arriving today and will begin reconnaissance work and possible aerial ignitions if required. Crews are positioned along Route 7 extinguishing spot fires on the east side of the road, which are caused by blowing embers. Initial assessment by ground crews in the fire area indicated two corrals have burned. Additionally, one hogan sustained minor fire damage. Structure assessment will continue to occur when it is safe for firefighters to enter. Cooperation on fire containment and related operations continues between fire personnel and local, tribal, and federal agencies

Communities Affected: The communities of Sawmill and Fluted Rock remain on high alert. Please continue to be ready. If you are asked to evacuate, please contact your local chapter house for information on evacuation shelters.

Smoke: Wind will not carry smoke as far from the fire today and some light smoke may drift to the west, towards Chinle and beyond, where it has not been noticed before. As the day begins to cool, areas just to the east of the fire will again have dense smoke settle into low lying areas. Sawmill, Fort Defiance, and Window Rock may experience periods unhealthy air overnight. A full smoke report is available through https://wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlooks/NEArizona.
 
Weather: Winds will be light, gusting 5-15 miles per hour with rain expected and scattered showers in the morning and again midday. Should thunderstorms occur, erratic winds could develop. Relative humidity levels will be between 25 and 28 percent. Daytime temperatures in the mid-70s are expected.

Values: Firefighter and public safety are the highest priorities on the Wood Springs 2 Fire. The fire area includes multiple communities, power lines, sheep and horse camps, and cultural and historical sites, which firefighters are working hard to protect.

Closures and Restrictions: The following roads are closed except to residents: Navajo Route 7 is closed from Sawmill to Three Turkey Ruin Junction and N26 is closed from where it intersects N27 out to Route 7. Roads that remain open are N27 and N201. The general public should avoid the wildfire area so as not to interfere with firefighting efforts.

More Info:  Official Wood Springs 2 Fire information can be found on Facebook at BIA Wildland Fire Management – Navajo Region @BIANavajoRegion

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