The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Maricopa, Pinal, and Yuma Counties for July 19-20; La Paz and Mohave Counties for July 19-21. Daytime highs are expected to be up to 118 °F. Public cooling centers are available in some areas. Stay hydrated, stay cool and stay informed.
The lightning caused Reservation Creek fire was discovered on July 13, 2024. The fire is currently at 285 acres in size with 60% percent containment, and is located 18 miles southwest of Alpine, AZ, near the Fort Apache Indian Reservation boundary. The Reservation Creek fire will transition from a Type 3 to a Type 4 fire organization this evening. This will be the final update on the Reservation Creek fire unless fire activity and weather conditions warrant.
Operations: The Reservation Creek fire is utilizing a full suppression strategy. The fire is moving across the landscape, consuming dead and down logs, branches, forest debris, and other hazardous fuels. Firefighting resources include 2 Crews, 2 Engines, 1 Dozer, and various overhead.
Smoke: Smoke impacts are expected to be minimal. Air quality information is available at https://www.airnow.gov/.
Value at Risk: There are no structures or homes threatened at this time. Values include timber, range infrastructure, cultural resources, and the Black River watershed.
Safety: The fire is burning in a remote location with steep, unforgiving terrain, and there is an abundance of snags from prior fires in the area.
Weather: The forecast is calling for mostly cloudy skies, with a high of 83 degrees and winds 5 to 10 mph. There is an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms predicted for the next few days.
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