Crews Fighting The Monument Fire 30 Miles Northwest Of Ash Fork

Crews are fighting the Monument Fire about 30 miles northwest of Ash Fork in the Boquillas Ranch area. Fire officials say the fire started by lightning on Sunday and has burned around 100 acres with a moderate rate of spread. Access to the area is limited and difficult. Due to strong winds Tuesday, smoke should visible from Interstate 40 and Highway 64. There are no structures threatened at this time.