The Southwest Area Incident Management Team will be transitioning management of the Pius Fire back to the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests Wednesday following increased containment on the fire. The public is asked to continue adhering to all posted orders and closures for safety. This will be the final update for the Pius Fire unless significant activity occurs.
Fire Activity: The southern portion of the Pius Fire received nearly half an inch of precipitation Sunday, and minimal smoldering was observed within the northern half of the fire perimeter. Fire...