Approximate Location
Incident Overview
The Sixshooter fire was reported Sunday, June 17, 2012 at 1:26 p.m.
It's located in the upper reaches of Sixshooter canyon in the Pinal mountains, 7 miles southwest of Globe, Ariz.
The fire's size is estimated at 2 acres.
100% contained
Sunday, firefighters on the ground were assisted by a helicopter and a DC-10, Very Large Airtanker (VLAT), which made several retardant drops on the fire.
"The airtanker was able to paint a line around the fire, quickly stopping it's spread on the steep, remote mountainside", said Globe Ranger District spokesperson Brad Johnson.
Crews will continue to mop-up today, patrol and monitor over next 48 hours.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | Sunday June 17th, 2012 approx. 01:26 PM |
| Location | Pinal Mountains 7 Miles SW of Globe, AZ |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 22 |
|---|---|
| Size | 2 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Fuels Involved | Ponderosa Pine, litter understory |
| Significant Events | DC-10 VLAT airtanker made several drops on the fire Sunday afternoon. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Crews will continue to mop-up the fire's interior today. Patrol and monitor over next 48 hours. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Low |
| Terrain Difficulty | Steep, rugged and remote |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 11 mph W |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 79 degrees |
| Humidity | 12% |
