F anned by strong winds, the Oak Ridge Fire grew to over 9,846 acres by its third day, prompting late-night notifications and the potential for more Navajo Nation communities to be affected.

According to the Navajo Nation Commission of Emergency Management, the Navajo Nation has declared a state of emergency due to the growing Oak Ridge Fire, President Buu Nygren has concurred. Acres: 10,

A northeast Arizona fire has grown to nearly 10,000 acres, forcing 350 people to evacuate.