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‘We’re running out of time’: Arizona wildfires persist as monsoon falters

Arizona’s wildfire season is stretching deeper into summer, with multiple blazes still burning despite the monsoon. Normally, monsoon moisture helps tamp down fire activity this time of year. But this ...
AZ Central

2 wildfires burn nearly 20,000 acres in eastern Arizona

The Bronco Fire and Indian Creek Fire were both caused by lightning and burned less than 10 miles from each other. About 145 fire personnel were assigned to the Bronco Fire. About 60 fire personnel ...
AZ Central

Residents near Sedona and Payson prepare to evacuate as multiple fires burn across state

Multiple wildfires were burning across Arizona, the largest being the Dragon Bravo Fire on the Grand Canyon's North Rim. The Billy and Bronco Fires, among others, remained largely uncontained in ...
AZFamily

Scottsdale Fire patrols desert edge to prevent wildfires during extreme heat

SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — Extreme heat, gusty winds, and dry brush are a dangerous mix in the northeast Valley. In Scottsdale, fire crews are on high alert this week, patrolling the desert before ...
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Lightning-sparked wildfires on the rise across Arizona

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — It’s a busy time for wildland firefighters as they tackle numerous wildfires across the state. With monsoon activity back in the forecast, the threat for wildfires comes with it. ...