Approximate Location
Incident Overview
The lightning-caused Pioneer Fire, which began May 30 near Globe Arizona, is estimated at 1,375 acres and continues to burn in ponderosa pine, manzanita, and oak brush vegetation in steep, rough terrain. The fire, now 45-percent contained, is located 8 miles southeast of Globe, Arizona in Pioneer Pass and west of Highway 77. Management of the fire transferred from the Arizona Central West Zone Incident Management Team to a local Type 3 incident organization from the Tonto National Forest at 6 p.m. yesterday (Sat., June 13). Forest firefighters continue to mop up, monitor and secure the perimeter, and complete suppression rehabilitation work. Smoke from the fire my be visible over the next several days.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Saturday May 30th, 2009 approx. 02:00 PM |
| Location | South of Globe, AZ |
| Incident Commander | Jeremy Human |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 108 |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,375 acres |
| Percent Contained | 45% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Thursday June 18th, 2009 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Mixture of fuel types: ponderosa pine, manzanita, oak brush |
| Fire Behavior | Fire behavior today was moderate as the fire backs through timber and hardwood litter on the north aspect of East Mountain. |
| Significant Events | The fire, located approximately eight miles south of Globe, Ariz., is now 45 percent contained. Management of the Pioneer fire operations was transferred from the Arizona Central West Zone Incident Management Team to a Tonto National Forest Type 3 organization yesterday evening at 6 pm. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Forest firefighters continue to mop up, monitor and secure the perimeter, and complete suppression rehabilitation work. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Medium |
| Terrain Difficulty | The fire is located in steep terrain with thick vegetation making access difficult. |
| Remarks | Smoke may be visible over the next several days. |
