Jones Fire burning near Wickenburg shuts down U.S. 60
The Jones Fire burning near Wickenburg. (The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management)
WICKENBURG, Ariz. - The U.S. 60 is closed in both directions near Wickenburg due to a brush fire.
What we know:
The Jones Fire has burned an estimated 15 acres along both sides of the river bottom southeast of Wickenburg.
"The fire is burning along both sides of the river bottom & the highway, in salt cedar, cottonwood, grasses & brush," the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management said. "Four SEATs on order along with a Type 2 hand crew."
The highway is closed at milepost 111 due to the fire, the Arizona Department of Transportation said.
What we don't know:
The cause of the brush fire is unknown. It's also unclear when the U.S. 60 will reopen.
Map of area where the highway is closed:
This is a developing story. Stay with us for updates.
The Source: Information for this story was gathered from social media posts by the Arizona Department of Transportation and the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management.