The Dragon Bravo Fire was unremarkable as it burned slowly over days then the winds came

The Dragon Bravo Fire began on July 4, ignited by a lightning strike within Grand Canyon National Park, and was initially estimated at about 10 acres. By July 7, it was described as being managed for resource objectives, but high winds later allowed it to escape containment. Lawmakers, including Gov. Katie Hobbs and U. S.

Sens. Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, have demanded an investigation into the National Park Service's management of the fire. They questioned why the fire was treated as controlled until conditions worsened. Rachel Pawlitz, a spokesperson for the National Park Service, defended their strategy, claiming it was "expertly handled. " On July 9, a Type 3 Incident Management Team took over fire management operations, followed by a higher-level team activation on July 14.

The fire's rapid growth highlights the challenges of managing wildfires in the context of extreme weather conditions. The incident raises important questions about wildfire management strategies and preparedness in national parks.