North Rim, Grand Canyon and Wildfire
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The Dragon Bravo Fire left the historic North Rim Grand Canyon Lodge in ruins. Here's what those on the frontlines and who knew the park best said.
The Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim was destroyed by the Dragon Bravo wildfire, which began with a lightning strike on July 4 and spread rapidly due to high winds. Arizona officials, including Democratic Sens. Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, and GOP Rep. Paul Gosar, are calling for an investigation into the fire's handling.
Officials said the Dragon Bravo Fire, burning in the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, "exhibited extreme and volatile fire behavior the evening of July 12.
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ABC4 Utah on MSNGrand Canyon water treatment facility catches fire, releases chlorine gas as Dragon Bravo Fire growsA Grand Canyon water treatment facility located at the North Rim caught fire on Saturday, causing chlorine gas to be released into the air. Multiple closures are being enforced due to the incident.