Arizona Republic reporters say officials downplayed Dragon Bravo Fire threats

Reporters from the Arizona Republic allege that officials downplayed threats from the Dragon Bravo Fire, which has been burning for over a month. According to their new reporting, records show that officials minimized public safety and wind concerns before a sudden wind shift caused the fire to grow rapidly. More than 650 firefighters are currently battling the blaze.

3 Grand Canyon trails reopen on the South Rim

Three trails at the Grand Canyon are now back open after being closed for more than a month due to the Dragon Bravo Fire. The South Kaibab Trail, Tonto Trail, and Bright Angel Trail have all reopened.

Dragon Bravo Fire is the largest burning wildfire in the U.S.

The Dragon Bravo fire, the largest burning fire in the United States, is also one of the biggest ever recorded in Arizona. Some local business owners say the blaze is keeping tourists away. FOX's Kennedy Hayes has more from Fredonia, Arizona.

Update on wildfires burning in Arizona

The Billy Fire is growing in the Tonto National Forest, burning over 15,000 acres and forcing evacuations. Meanwhile, the Dragon Bravo Fire near the Grand Canyon has burned over 143,000 acres and is now 44% contained.

Containment increases on Dragon Bravo Fire

The Dragon Bravo Fire is the eighth-largest wildfire in Arizona's history and is currently the largest fire burning in the continental U.S. As of Aug. 7, it's burned over 130,000 acres and is now 29% contained.

What is a pyrocumulus cloud?

Flames from the Dragon Bravo Fire near the Grand Canyon are creating a massive cloud of smoke, known as a pyrocumulus cloud. FOX 10's Krystal Ortiz explains what this is on Weather Wisdom Wednesday.

Neighbors speak at Dragon Bravo Fire community meeting

On Aug. 5, fire crews and National Park Service officials held a public meeting on the fire, which continues to grow near the Grand Canyon. The lightning-caused fire has burned more than 130,000 acres and is only 13% contained.

Dragon Bravo Fire timeline

The Dragon Bravo Fire has grown into the largest fire that is currently burning in the continental United States since it sparked on the Fourth of July. The lightning-sparked fire is the 8th largest wildfire in the history of Arizona.

Dragon Bravo Fire burns 1 month after it was sparked

The Dragon Bravo Fire was sparked by lightning on the Fourth of July. One month later, the fire has burned over 120,000 acres, making it the eighth largest wildfire in Arizona history. The fire has destroyed at least 70 structures, including the historic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim.