The Washington Fire is burning between the Arizona Trail and the Mogollon Rim, just west of Washington Park near AZT mile 478. The fire has grown to 381 acres and is currently being managed by the Coconino National Forest. A total of 22.6 miles of the AZT is now closed between Geronimo Trailhead (Weber Creek TH) and East Clear Creek along Passage 27 (Blue Ridge). Evacuations have been issued for Washington Park and Mountain Meadows Ranch. Please avoid the area until the fire is contained.

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