Lime Fire Update, September 22, 2020
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Fire Information: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/
Summary: The lightning caused Lime Fire started on the evening of September 21. No evacuations or closures. The fire is in remote, rugged terrain. Resources on the fire include 2 Single Engine Air Tankers (SEATs), 1 engine, 2 squads, smoke jumpers and a water tender.
As of 5pm September 22, the Lime Fire was 80% contained. The fire activity is smoldering with no anticipated movement of the fire. Fire managers anticipate full containment tomorrow.
Fire Size: Estimated at 406 acres
Containment: 80%
Location: 12 miles southwest of St. George, Utah
Ownership: BLM Arizona Strip
Fire Behavior: Smoldering, no fire movement
Cause: Natural, lightning
Structures Threatened: None
Closures: None
Evacuations: None
Fuels/terrain: Grass, brush
Resources Assigned: 2 SEATs, 1 engine, 2 squads and one water tender
Injuries: None
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.