Specialized firefighters are focused on safeguarding the Roaring Springs pump house in Grand Canyon National Park due to the ongoing Dragon Bravo Fire, which has consumed 11,742 acres. The pump house is crucial for providing drinking water to the park's North and South Rims. Firefighters initially conducted bucket drops and then deployed a specialized team to create a helispot and work closely with helicopter pilots. Challenges of rising temperatures and lower humidity are anticipated as firefighters continue to combat the fire's advance, which poses significant risks to park operations if the pump house is compromised.
"That was a big priority for us on the first day that we took the fire. It's one of the highest values at risk."
"When you have visuals with the pilot, where they can actually see you, you can see them, it's a lot more efficient and it's more accurate. That really did save it."
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