News Release

Babylon Fire Response Impacts on Lake Powell - Boaters Use Caution

Fixed wing Super Scooper taking water from Lake Powell for previous fire suppression operations.

NPS Photo

News Release Date: July 7, 2026 As part of ongoing response efforts to the Babylon Fire, fire suppression aircraft will be scooping water from Lake Powell between Good Hope Bay and Castle Butte to refill tanks as part of ongoing firefighting operations. SEE MAP.
 
Until further notice, boaters are advised that aircraft may be operating at low altitude and making repeated passes to collect water. Mariners should exercise heightened caution, remain alert for aviation activity, and reduce speed when boating through the area.  Boaters need to monitor marine radio channel 16.
 
For updates on conditions and potential impacts to recreation on Lake Powell, visit Glen Canyon Alerts.  
 

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More park information is available on each park’s website: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area or Rainbow Bridge National Monument

Map of impacted area on Lake Powell for fire suppression operations on Lake Powell.

NPS Map