Summary
A wildfire destroyed the Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. The fire, called the Dragon Bravo Fire, burned other structures and caused evacuations, but no injuries were reported.
Key Facts
- The Grand Canyon Lodge at the North Rim was destroyed by a wildfire.
- The fire, named the Dragon Bravo Fire, also burned 50 to 80 other structures, including a visitor center and employee housing.
- The fire spread quickly due to hot weather, low humidity, and wind, reaching 7.8 square miles in size.
- The North Rim was evacuated last Thursday because of the fire risk.
- There were no reported injuries from the fire.
- Firefighters and hikers were evacuated, and river rafters were advised to avoid certain areas.
- There is a risk of exposure to chlorine gas after a treatment plant burned.
- Another fire, the White Sage Fire, is being contained in another part of the park, with progress reported in its control efforts.
