The X-Fire kicked up yesterday in the Kaibab National Forest and was driven by high winds (gusting to 45 mph) and low humidity (5-10%). The fire started either at or near the Ten-X Campground, near the Grand Canyon's South Rim (just southeast of Tusayan, Arizona). Current speculation is that the fire started from an abandoned campfire. Over 2,000 acres have burned so far, but as of 6:00pm on Wednesday, April 29th the fire is now 60% contained. The Ten-X Campground was scheduled to open tomorrow, (April 30th), but that opening has been delayed indefinitly. 

For more information contact the Tusayan Ranger District office at 928-638-2443, Monday through Friday or Jackie Denk at (928) 635-8314. For recorded information related to Grand Canyon National Park conditions, please call (928) 638-7688. To reach a Grand Canyon National Park information technician, please call (928) 638-7922.