"This fire is notable for its rapid containment—achieving 100% containment within a month of discovery—despite covering over 4,800 acres. The minimal fire behavior and single personnel assignment reflect efficient resource use and effective fire management."
The Rock Canyon wildfire, located 20 miles southeast of Fredonia in Coconino County, Arizona, was discovered on June 15, 2026. By the first official update on August 11, the fire had burned approximately 4,822 acres and was 100% contained, with minimal smoldering behavior and only one personnel assigned. Subsequent reports on September 8 and September 28 confirmed the same containment status and acreage, with a negligible increase of 0.52 acres on September 8 and a slight decrease of 0.01 acres by September 28, indicating a stable, fully contained fire. The incident is attributed to natural causes and is managed by the DFFM jurisdictional agency, with an estimated cost of $5,540,000.
Official source description: 20 Miles SE from Fredonia, AZ
Minimal; Smoldering
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Zion National Park. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire remains fully contained with minimal smoldering behavior; general wildfire safety guidance applies, and no evacuation or special precautions are currently required.
IRWIN ID: {132C618C-7786-4FBC-852A-23493BF028F9}
Discovered: Jun 15, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: DFFM
Est. Cost to Date: $5,540,000
Coordinates: 36.9157, -112.2032
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The Rock Canyon Fire has burned 4,822 acres as of September 28, 2026.
Yes, the Rock Canyon Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Rock Canyon Fire is burning in Coconino, AZ.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Rock Canyon Fire remains active.
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