The containment on Bear Fire currently burning in Gila National Forest is having its progress after a lightning caused it earlier this month.
The fire has burned down 7,769 acres and 35% has already been contained, around 18 miles southeast of Quemado.
Firefighters are holding and strengthening containment lines, avoiding the fire from spreading significantly. Aircrafts are still assigned to the fire for water drops, survey flights and to meet emergency medical needs.
“From the Slaughter Mesa helispot, the Wenatchee Helitack crew conducted a short haul proficiency flight, which ensures injured firefighters working in remote areas can be transported to medical care safely and rapidly. The crew members are all experienced wildland firefighters who serve multiple purposes and functions on the incident,” managers said.
The weather is expected to turn more warm and dry around the state. This prompts fire restrictions in Mount Taylor Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest anf National Grasslands.
Meanwhile, Stage two restrictions will begin there Thursday and until last August. This means no off-roading, no smoking outside and other provisions or else you could face a heavy penalty.
Follow the authorities rule and trust them about containing the fire. With the improvement of the containment, it is possible that it will be fire out sooner or later.