The Monroe Canyon Fire, a human-caused wildfire in Sevier County, has spread to over 8,600 acres and is 0% contained, leading to ongoing evacuations. Officials seek to identify a person linked to its start.

A wildfire that tore through a historic Grand Canyon Lodge​ had been allowed to burn for days before erupting over the weekend, raising questions about federal officials' decision not to aggressively attack it right away.

PHOENIX — Residents on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon have been ordered to evacuate due to a fire in Grand Canyon National Park. The fire, named the Dragon Bravo Fire, is approximately 5,716 acres and has 0% containment. It was caused by lightning on July 4, officials with the National Park Service said.

The Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County continues to grow rapidly, scorching more than 8,600 acres with zero percent containment as of Wednesday evening.

A fast-moving wildfire destroyed Grand Canyon Lodge and forced the full closure of the North Rim for the rest of summer 2025. Popular inner-canyon trails and campgrounds, including Phantom Ranch, are also shut down with no reopening date announced.