The Johnson Fire was a wildfire that started in
Gila National Forest near
Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument and the town of
Silver City,
New Mexico on May 20, 2021. The fire burned and was fully contained on July 23, 2021.
It was the largest wildfire in the
United States of the
2021 wildfire season until June 6, 2021.
Events
May
The Johnson Fire was first reported at around 12:00 am
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on May 20, 2021.
June
Cause
The cause of the fire is believed to due to a lightning strike.
Containment
On July 23, 2021, the Johnson Fire reached 100% containment.
Impact
Closures and Evacuations
The Johnson Fire has led to the closure of multiple trails and roads in Gila National Forest, including Royal John Rd., Black Range Crest Trail, Grandview Trail and Trujillo Trail. It has also forced the closure of
State Highway 152 between the mileposts 28 and 40.
The
National Park Service closed the
Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument on June 5, 2021, and will remain closed until their order is rescinded.
See also
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2021 New Mexico wildfires
The 2021 New Mexico wildfire season began in February 7, 2021. As of July 7, there have been at least 363 fires across the state that have burned at least .
Early outlook
In line with general predictions of a ‘very active wildfire season’ fo ...
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List of New Mexico wildfires
References
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June 2021 events in the United States
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