Crews struggle to contain wildfire on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon

Wildfires creating out of control ‘fire clouds’ that cannot be contained

Two wildfires, one of which has turned into a megafire, have broken out in the northern Grand Canyon across two states.

What are pyroclouds? Arizona and Utah wildfires fuel threat of 'fire tornadoes'

Videos circulating on social media Thursday show the fire generating massive pyrocumulus clouds — also known as pyroclouds or "fire clouds."

Grand Canyon blaze grows into a megafire and creates its own weather. It’s not done yet

The Dragon Bravo Fire exploded in size to 105,415 acres along the Grand Canyon’s North Rim on Thursday as heat and strong winds drove the growth.

Wildfire raging near Grand Canyon grows into a 'megafire'

The Dragon Bravo Fire, ignited by lightning around July 4, has become the largest wildfire in the continental United States in 2025.

How ‘fire clouds’ caused by Arizona and Utah wildfires are creating their own erratic climate

Two wildfires burning in the western United States — including one that has become a “megafire” on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon — are spurring the formation of “fire clouds.”

Fire at Grand Canyon National Park grows beyond 100,000 acres

Hundreds of tourists meander around Mather Point on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, snapping selfies, shooting videos and taking in one of the most awe-inspiring views in the world.The excitement of seeing the canyon is palpable and people “ooo” and “ahh” in a mix of international languages. It seems like a typical day in July, which is peak tourist season at the Grand Canyon. But on the other side the canyon, looms a 25,000-foot py…