Ignitions began yesterday on both the West and Preacher Fires. On the West Fire, south-facing slopes and areas exposed to sun and wind were receptive to ignitions, which began in the West Webber Creek drainage. Mastication of fuels along the Control Road just north of Geronimo Estates continued. On Preacher, the Control Road near Tonto Village was still not dry enough to carry fire, so crews began lighting from the active fire’s edge along the Diamond Point Road and headed south towards Diamond Point. Engines worked across all the communities to finish installing hoses and testing them as...
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning in Arizona for Maricopa and Pinal Counties: September 25-29, La Paz and Mohave Counties: September 26-28 and Pima and Yuma Counties: September 27-28. Public cooling centers are available in some areas. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay informed.