Lightning-caused Marijilda Fire on Mount Graham extinguished by Forest Service

Photo Courtesy Forest Service: This shows the area of the fire.

By Jon Johnson

jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com

MOUNT GRAHAM – A lightning-caused wildfire in the Marijilda area on the northeastern side of the mountain has been fully contained.

The fire began at about 1:13 p.m. on Wednesday when lightning struck a tree, and crews from the Safford Ranger District responded. The fire’s progress was stopped at 4 p.m. 

As of noon on Thursday, the Forest Service reported full 100 percent containment. A Type 6 engine and Type 2 crew remain on site to monitor the interior hot spots for the next couple of days. 

All roads and trails in the area remain open for public use.