Trumbull Fire update and notice of temporary fire area closure
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St. George, Utah – On August 5, 2019, fire managers responded to a lightning caused fire located approximately 53 miles south of St. George, Utah within the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument. The “Trumbull Fire,” located in the Mt. Trumbull Wilderness is now approximately 505 acres, burning in ponderosa pine, oak brush, pine needle duff and grass. Multiple resources from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Arizona Strip District are monitoring the fire; including one helicopter, one engine, and a fire effects monitor.
This lightning caused fire is being monitored as it burns naturally across the landscape. This fire is being allowed to play its natural role within the fire-adapted Ponderosa pine ecosystem. Under the right conditions, fire helps break down nutrients and minerals in plants and other debris such as old logs and dense undergrowth and restores them to the soil. The process also improves wildlife habitat and preserves wilderness values while protecting monument objects.
Temporary Fire Area Closure –The Mount Trumbull Fire is in close proximity to the Mount Trumbull Trail and southern end of the Temple Trail. A temporary emergency fire area closure is in effect for these trails, as of August 14, 2019. The public is not allowed to use the above trails due to concerns for public safety and potential impacts to fire-related activities. The closure will remain in effect until it is determined that conditions are safe and that fire activities would not be affected by trail use. For safety reasons, all permit holders in the area must contact BLM Arizona Strip District Fire Management at (435) 688-3366 prior to entry.
For more information about the Mount Trumbull Fire, please visit https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/
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