What to know about the Backbone Fire: Evacuations lifted, highways open for residents
The Backbone Fire started shortly before midnight on June 16, about 12 miles west of Strawberry near a ridge named Ike’s Backbone. It has burned around 41,000 acres around where Fossil Creek meets the Verde River.
The Backbone Fire started shortly before midnight on June 16, about 12 miles west of Strawberry near a ridge named Ike’s Backbone. It has burned around 41,000 acres around where Fossil Creek meets the Verde River.
West Chev Fire: Evacuations lifted for residents near Forest Lakes
The West Chev Fire, caused by lightning on June 19, has burned 1,170 acres and is at 85% containment.
The West Chev Fire, caused by lightning on June 19, has burned 1,170 acres and is at 85% containment.
Campers forced to evacuate Arizona forests due to wildfires
Some are camping in Northern Arizona, but it's not exactly what they had imagined with the wildfires burning in the area, shutting down most national forests in the state.
Some are camping in Northern Arizona, but it's not exactly what they had imagined with the wildfires burning in the area, shutting down most national forests in the state.
Fear of wildfires forces forest closures across Arizona
Options for finding respite from the heat will be slim now that all but one of Arizona's national forests are enacting broad shutdowns amid high fire danger and as firefighting resources run thin with blazes already burning across the state.
Options for finding respite from the heat will be slim now that all but one of Arizona's national forests are enacting broad shutdowns amid high fire danger and as firefighting resources run thin with blazes already burning across the state.
Ohio woman dies from suspected heat-related illness while backpacking in Grand Canyon National Park
A spokeswoman for the Grand Canyon National Park said it has recently seen an uptick in heat-related illness.
A spokeswoman for the Grand Canyon National Park said it has recently seen an uptick in heat-related illness.
Illinois man found dead on South Kaibab Trail at Grand Canyon National Park
A hiker has died on the South Kaibab Trailhead at Grand Canyon National Park, park officials say.
A hiker has died on the South Kaibab Trailhead at Grand Canyon National Park, park officials say.
Residents, tourists react to increasing wildfires in Arizona
Residents and tourists in Arizona are reacting to the fast-growing wildfires that have prompted the closures of several national forests in the state.
Residents and tourists in Arizona are reacting to the fast-growing wildfires that have prompted the closures of several national forests in the state.
Better Place Forests offers a natural alternative to cemeteries in Flagstaff
Better Place Forests in Flagstaff, Arizona has an alternative and affordable option to the cost of funerals where ashes can be placed beneath a private tree where your loved ones can visit. FOX 10 photojournalist Brian Kae has more.
Better Place Forests in Flagstaff, Arizona has an alternative and affordable option to the cost of funerals where ashes can be placed beneath a private tree where your loved ones can visit. FOX 10 photojournalist Brian Kae has more.
Ohio woman dies backpacking Grand Canyon; possibly heat-related
A backpacker has died on the Tonto Trail at Grand Canyon National Park, park officials say. The death could be heat-related.
A backpacker has died on the Tonto Trail at Grand Canyon National Park, park officials say. The death could be heat-related.
NWS: Excessive Heat Warning issued for 14 Arizona counties
Phoenix saw a record-breaking high of 118°F on Thursday.
Phoenix saw a record-breaking high of 118°F on Thursday.
Colorado man dies during boating trip at Grand Canyon
Sixty-three-year-old James Crocker of Lakewood, Colorado was on a multi-day private boating trip when he was pulled from the water by other members of his group.
Sixty-three-year-old James Crocker of Lakewood, Colorado was on a multi-day private boating trip when he was pulled from the water by other members of his group.
Monsoon 2021: Precipitation outlook a tossup for much of Arizona
The 2020 monsoon set records for being dry and warm, with most of the state receiving near or less than 30% of the average seasonal rainfall.
The 2020 monsoon set records for being dry and warm, with most of the state receiving near or less than 30% of the average seasonal rainfall.
Trying to escape the Arizona heat? Sedona visitors might be out of luck
June in Sedona was expected to reach the upper 80s, maybe the mid-90s. On June 14, the high was 106 degrees, and Tuesday is expected to reach a high of 108 degrees.
June in Sedona was expected to reach the upper 80s, maybe the mid-90s. On June 14, the high was 106 degrees, and Tuesday is expected to reach a high of 108 degrees.
Slate Fire burning near Flagstaff now 17% contained
The Slate Fire burning northwest of Flagstaff grew again overnight, but it is now 17% contained. Windy conditions contributed to the growth of the fire, which has now burned more than 6,000 acres. Highway 180 remains closed between mileposts 235 and 248 because of the fire.
The Slate Fire burning northwest of Flagstaff grew again overnight, but it is now 17% contained. Windy conditions contributed to the growth of the fire, which has now burned more than 6,000 acres. Highway 180 remains closed between mileposts 235 and 248 because of the fire.
Slate Fire burning near Flagstaff grows to 5,000 acres
The Slate Fire which is burning northwest of Flagstaff has grown to 5,000 acres with zero containment. The fire sparked on Monday and crews are currently battling flames on the west side of Highway 180 in the Kaibab National Forest.
The Slate Fire which is burning northwest of Flagstaff has grown to 5,000 acres with zero containment. The fire sparked on Monday and crews are currently battling flames on the west side of Highway 180 in the Kaibab National Forest.
Flagstaff elementary school vandalized with graffiti, smashed windows
Sechrist Elementary School in Flagstaff is bouncing back after their classrooms were vandalized this past weekend.
Sechrist Elementary School in Flagstaff is bouncing back after their classrooms were vandalized this past weekend.
Tow truck driver arrested following Flagstaff crash that killed 1 woman, injured 4 others
Flagstaff police say a tow truck had ran a red light on Butler Avenue and Beaver Street, crashing into a group of bicyclists.
Flagstaff police say a tow truck had ran a red light on Butler Avenue and Beaver Street, crashing into a group of bicyclists.
2 Arizonans honored with John F. Kennedy Library Foundation's Profile in Courage Award
ICU nurse Lauren Leander and academic advisor Darrell Marks were among the seven people honored with the Profile in Courage Award by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation.
ICU nurse Lauren Leander and academic advisor Darrell Marks were among the seven people honored with the Profile in Courage Award by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation.
Coconino County, Flagstaff dropping COVID-19 mask mandates
Flagstaff, the most populous city in Coconino County in northern Arizona, and the county itself are dropping masking mandates they implemented last June to reduce the spread of the coronavirus.
Flagstaff, the most populous city in Coconino County in northern Arizona, and the county itself are dropping masking mandates they implemented last June to reduce the spread of the coronavirus.
Total lunar eclipse views from Arizona
Did you catch the eclipse on May 26? One person who definitely had his eyes on the sky is Kevin Schindler with the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff.
Did you catch the eclipse on May 26? One person who definitely had his eyes on the sky is Kevin Schindler with the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff.