Babylon Fire reaches 50% containment after weekend gains

Firefighters continue strengthening lines to protect Monticello as the wildfire grows to more than 106,000 acres.

(U.S. Forest Service) A pocket of dense timber burns within the Babylon Fire perimeter on July 10. The wildfire reached 50% containment Monday after firefighters made significant progress over the weekend while continuing to strengthen fire lines around Monticello.

Babylon Fire reaches 50% containment after weekend gains

Firefighters continue strengthening lines to protect Monticello as the wildfire grows to more than 106,000 acres.

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