Doagy Fire contained; Johnson Fire adds over 7,000 acres

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GILA NATIONAL FOREST – Full perimeter containment was reached this week on the Doagy Fire burning in the Gila National Forest while the Johnson Fire grew over 7,000 additional acres since Tuesday.
The national forest released the final update for the Doagy Fire Thursday morning, barring any significant developments. The wildfire was ignited by lightning May 14 and is located northeast of Beaverhead Administrative Site in Catron County.
Size has maintained at 12,785 acres with crews reaching 100% perimeter containment. Pockets of unburned fuel within the perimeter will continue to smolder until the forest receives significant moisture. Smoke will also remain visible.
Crews will continue to monitor the fire and ensure community and environmental safety. There is a chance for showers and thunderstorms through Sunday with weather expected to generally be warm and breezy. Conditions will be warm and dry going into next week with low humidity.

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