As of Thursday morning, the San Rafael Fire had burned 11,620 acres and is 62% contained.
Jamie Donnelly A break in the red flag conditions have let firefighters continue to strengthen containment lines around the San Rafael Fire in Patagonia, preventing it from additional growth.
The fire is currently at 11,620 acres and is 62% contained, the news release said. An estimated 165 ground personnel remain assigned with aircraft on standby as some resources have been reassigned to provide for initial attack should a new incident start nearby. People are also reading… Forest Road 799 and the Arizona Trail from Parker Canyon Lake to Harshaw Road remain closed for public and firefighter safety. All residential areas have also returned to"Ready" status.
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