Wildfires in 2017 in the U.S. state of Arizona burned 412,672 acres (167,002 ha), greater than the average annual burned acreage during the previous 10 years.[1]: 1
| 2017 Arizona wildfires | |
|---|---|
 Areas that burned in wildfires in Arizona in 2017 are colored maroon | |
| Statistics | |
| Total area | 412,672 acres (167,002 hectares) |
| Impacts | |
| Damage | Unknown |
Background
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Wildfires are both a hazard to life and property and a necessary component of the ecology of the Southwestern United States.
In 2017, Arizona experienced lower than normal winter precipitation, higher than normal temperatures, and a delayed-onset monsoon. These climate and weather conditions contributed to wildfire growth in the state.[1]: 1–3
List of wildfires
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The below is a list of notable wildfires in Arizona in 2017.
| Name | County | Acres (ha) | Start date | Containment date | Notes | Maps | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranch | 353 (143) | March 11 | March 13 | Human cause | [2] | ||
| Sawmill | Graham | 46,991 (19,017) | April 23 | April 30 | Human cause |  |
[2][1]: 7 |
| Mulberry | 1,755 (710) | May 6 | May 9 | Unknown cause | [2] | ||
| Snake Ridge | Navajo | 15,333 (6,205) | May 19 | July 13 | Caused by lightning | [2][3] | |
| Boundary | Coconino | 17,788 (7,199) | June 1 | July 3 | Caused by lightning | .png) |
[2][4] |
| Frye | Graham | 48,433 (19,600) | June 7 | September 1 | Caused by lightning | [2][1]: 5–6 | |
| Lizard | 15,230 (6,160) | June 7 | Unknown | Unknown cause | [2][1]: 17 | ||
| Hilltop | 33,826 (13,689) | June 12 | Aug 18 | Caused by lightning | [2][1]: 8 | ||
| Goodwin | Yavapai | 28,516 (11,540) | June 24 | July 10 | Unknown cause |  |
[2][1]: 10 |
| Burro | 27,238 (11,023) | June 30, 2017 | Unknown | Unknown cause | [2][1]: 11 | ||
| Brooklyn | 33,550 (13,580) | July 7 | July 27 | Caused by lightning | [2][1]: 9 | ||
| Hyde | 18,072 (7,313) | July 11 | Unknown | Caused by lightning | [2][1]: 13 |
References
edit- ^ a b c d e f g h i j Lynch, Michael; Evans, Alexander (May 2018). "2017 Wildfire Season: An Overview" (PDF). Southwestern United States series. Flagstaff, AZ: Northern Arizona University. Archived (PDF) from the original on June 3, 2021. Retrieved June 3, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Southwest Coordination Center (SWCC) (November 30, 2017). "Southwest Area: 2017 Year-to-Date Wildland Fires > 100 Acres" (PDF). gacc.nifc.gov. Geographic Area Coordination Centers (GACC). Archived (PDF) from the original on October 8, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2024.
- ^ "Snake Ridge Fire". InciWeb. United States Forest Service. Archived from the original on September 8, 2018. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
- ^ "Boundary Fire". InciWeb. United States Forest Service. Archived from the original on September 8, 2018. Retrieved June 15, 2023.
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