Airpark Fire now estimated at 500 acres. Local and Federal crews are battling fire West of Animas Airpark and South of Lake Nighthorse

From US Forest Service:

DURANGO INTERAGENCY FIRE DISPATCH

U.S. Forest Service w Bureau of Land Management w National Park Service w Bureau of Indian Affairs w Colorado State Forest Service

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sunday, July 22, 2012, 6:15 p.m.

Airpark Fire now estimated at 500 acres

DURANGO - The Airpark Fire, reported at noon today south of Durango, has grown to an estimated 500 acres. The fire has crossed over the ridge to the west and is headed towards Lake Nighthorse.  Two heavy helicopters and 2 heavy air tankers are ordered and en route.

Ann H. Bond

Public Affairs Specialist

SAN JUAN NATIONAL FOREST