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Frye Fire has burned 631 acres

Posted at 2:34 PM, Jun 13, 2017
and last updated 2017-06-13 17:37:51-04

The Frye Fire burning seven miles southwest of Safford has increased to 631 acres.

According to the Coronado National Forest Service, the fire began on June 7 and was caused by lightning. It's currently zero percent contained. There are currently 162 persons assigned, with four engines, five crews, three helicopters, one dozer and one excavator.

A community meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 16, at 7:00 p.m. at the Graham County General Services Office located at 921 Thatcher Blvd.

The following trails in the area remain closed:

  • Ash Ridge Trail # 327
  • Ash Creek Trail #307
  • Ash Creek Detour Trail #307A
  • Frye Canyon Trail #36
  • Fry Canyon Detour Trail #36A
  • Round the Mountain Trail #302
  • Deadman Trail #70
  • Gibson Canyon Trail #308
  • Webb Peak Trail #345
  • Shingle Mill Trail #35
  • Rincon Spring Trail #331
  • Trail #4527 off FR 508.

For additional information on the Frye Fire visit inciweb.