The Gila Fire began on April 2 along the Gila River bottom about 60 miles east of Yuma, Ariz., and approximately 10 miles north/northeast of Dateland and Interstate 8.
Fire is now 100% contained.
This will be the final update unless activity increases.
Basic Information
Incident Type:
Wildfire
Cause:
Lightning
Date of Origin:
Friday April 02nd, 2021 approx. 07:15 AM
Location:
60 miles east of Yuma, north of Dateland, Ariz.
Coordinates:
32.914, -113.437
Current Situation
Total Personnel:
22
Size (Acres):
2,130
Containment:
100%
Estimated Containment Date:
Saturday April 17th, 2021 approx. 12:00 AM
Fuels Involved:
chaparral and short grass
Incident Contact
Incident Contact
Chris Wonderly
Email: jwonderly@blm.gov
Phone: 602-818-8295
Fire Unit Information
Colorado River District Office
Bureau of Land Management
1785 Kiowa Ave
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
