Smoke Returns Near Jacob Lake

The Rock Canyon Fire in northern Arizona has exploded overnight, now scorching 4,500 acres with just 5% containment—forcing evacuations and road closures near Jacob Lake, a town still reeling from last year’s devastation. Sparked by lightning and fueled by last year’s burn scar, the flames are racing through dry, windy conditions, testing firefighters’ efforts. Though locals are gripped with anxiety, they’re also rallying behind first responders, finding solace in their resilience—and even stopping by local businesses for comfort, like those legendary cookies, as they brace for what could be another brutal season. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a11813a41a99bc3f