Fourth of July ruined for thousands as Pocket Fire rips through Arizona

A massive wildfire is ripping through one of Arizona’s most beloved outdoor escapes — torching Forth of July plans for hikers ...

How gusty winds helped Arizona's Pocket Fire grow to 11,000 acres

The fast-expanding Pocket Fire is releasing high amounts of smoke in towns to the northeast, leading to hazardous air quality ...

Travelers, residents wait out Pocket Fire near Sedona

Coconino National Forest officials asked for patience as fire crews work to contain the 11,000+ acre Pocket Fire burning ...
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Pocket Fire in Arizona burning at least 17,000

Crews in central Arizona are continuing to battle the Pocket Fire. The fire, seven miles north of Sedona, is now nearly 17,000 acres and is 20% contained, as of Wednesday. The fire started on June 19, ...

Stage 2 fire restriction in Coconino National Forest; other parts of Arizona

A Stage 2 fire restriction is in effect in several areas in Arizona due to hot, dry and windy weather conditions in the state ...

Fire restrictions tighten across much of Arizona as wildfire risk rises

Arizona’s forests and State Trust lands are under tighter restrictions as wildfire crews fight flames across the state before ...

Brush fire forces northbound closure on SR 87 near Fountain Hills

Travelers looking to head north from Fountain Hills should seek other routes after a brush fire closed down SR 87 northbound lanes at milepost 209.

Pocket Fire doubles overnight, dropping ash and spirits in Flagstaff

The Pocket Fire between Sedona and Flagstaff grew to 11,000 acres, still 0% contained. Some residents prepare to leave; ...

Several northern Arizona areas increase fire restrictions

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests has implemented Stage 2 Fire Restrictions starting at 6 a.m. on Thursday.

APS to shut off power to some as northern Arizona fire risk rises

APS expects to cut power to some 8,000 customers in northern Arizona this weekend. The move is a precaution in areas with ...