India, July 14 -- A rapidly growing wildfire in far northern Coconino County has scorched more than 40,000 acres which resulting in highway closures and evacuations. Dubbed the White Sage Fire, the blaze is one of two active wildfires burning near the northern rim of the Grand Canyon. Sparked by lightning late Wednesday, the fire has been fueled by dry vegetation and erratic winds. As of Sunday morning, officials reported zero fire containment as firefighters continue to battle the blaze.

The Coconino County Sheriff's Office has instructed that the following areas must be evacuated:

North boundary: Utah Border

East boundary: House Rock Valley Road/Buffalo Ranch Road

West boundary: Kaibab National Forest Boundary

South boundary: Grand...