Wildfire — Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains, Arizona

2020-07-11 to 2020-07-22 · Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains, Arizona

Event narrative

Lightning started the Jackson Fire in the Santa Teresa Mountains southwest of Fort Thomas on July 11th. The fire was spread by strong winds and consumed 2946 acres before becoming fully contained July 22nd.

Wider weather episode

Lightning started the Jackson Fire in the Santa Teresa Mountains in western Graham County on July 11th. The fire was spread by strong winds and consumed 2946 acres before becoming fully contained July 22nd. Fire suppression costs were estimated at $1 million.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 911705. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.