The visitor center and a wastewater treatment plant were among the 50 to 80 structures lost, the park superintendent said.

The Dragon Bravo Fire engulfed the Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, destroying the landmark building and dozens of structures while firefighters battle a second blaze north of the canyon.

The Dragon Bravo fire has reached over 5,700 acres and burned more than 70 structures.

It was not long before the small plumes transformed into huge flames. Mr Crockett, vice-president of the non-profit Grand ...