Waterman (AZA5S)
3,059 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Congress, Arizona, United States
Waterman
5,154 acre wildfire (100% contained)
New River, Arizona, United States
2024 - Point Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Waterman wildfire, ignited by lightning on July 24, 2024, has been a significant incident, burning approximately 3,059 acres of grass and brush about 15 miles northwest of Congress, Arizona. As of July 31, the fire is now fully contained, marking a successful conclusion to the firefighting efforts. The containment process saw a steady increase in effectiveness, with the fire achieving 50% containment by July 29 after crews worked diligently to secure and mop up along the fire's edge. Minimal heat and smoke were observed towards the end of the incident, allowing for the release of resources to address new fires.
Firefighting agencies deployed a variety of strategies throughout the incident. Initial efforts included aerial support with helicopter bucket drops and retardant applications to combat fire activity, especially on the northern and western flanks. Ground crews, supported by dozers, constructed direct firelines and contingency lines to contain the blaze effectively. The fire initially posed a threat due to erratic winds from thunderstorms in the area, complicating suppression efforts and necessitating continuous monitoring and adjustment of tactics.
As the situation evolved, the fire's activity diminished, and by July 27, it was reported that there was minimal threat to the containment lines. The transition to a Type 4 organization allowed for resources to be made available for initial attack on new incidents, reflecting a successful management of the fire. The incident concluded with a final update indicating that all remaining resources had been reassigned, underscoring the effective response from fire agencies and the favorable weather conditions that ultimately aided in the fire's containment.
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Containment History:
Date | Percent Contained |
---|---|
2024-07-26 | 0% contained |
2024-07-27 | 10% contained |
2024-07-28 | 20% contained |
2024-07-29 | 35% contained |
2024-07-30 | 50% contained |
2024-10-29 | 100% contained |
Fire Growth History:
Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
---|---|---|---|
2024-07-26 | 1954 acres | 3.1 sq mi | 7.8 sq km |
2024-07-27 | 1954 acres | 3.1 sq mi | 7.8 sq km |
2024-07-28 | 2954 acres | 4.6 sq mi | 11.8 sq km |
2024-10-29 | 3059 acres | 4.8 sq mi | 12.2 sq km |