The lightning-caused wildfire that consumed roughly 70 structures seemed unremarkable for days. High winds changed that.

Abnormally dry, hot conditions near the Grand Canyon's North Rim allowed the Dragon Bravo Fire to grow rapidly.

As of Monday, the Dragon Bravo fire on the North Rim had consumed more than 5,700 acres and was not contained, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

Look for a high of 107 in the Valley today, with westerly winds picking up a bit this evening. Winds from 10 to 20 mph may gust to 30 mph. Strong storms are possible in southern and southeastern Arizona today, which could push some wind and blowing dust into the Valley this evening. There’s also a 20% chance of isolated thunderstorms.

Firefighters are trying to contain the Dragon Bravo Fire on the Grand Canyon’s North Rim and keep it from destroying more buildings.

Fire activity on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon has forced the closure of several trails and campgrounds. Meanwhile, life goes on at the South Rim where tourists endured a smokey visit Monday.

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Officials have closed the North Rim of the Grand Canyon as the White Sage Fire burns near the town of Fredonia. Just 35 miles south, the Bravo Dragon Fire has destroyed structures inside the park.

Air Quality Meteorologist Jeremy Smith uploaded a timelapse video to X, showing the dust storm sweeping through the Fort Huachuca area.

Gov. Katie Hobbs questioned why the U.S. government decided to manage the Dragon Bravo fire, which started with a lightning strike, as a “controlled burn” during the height of the summer.