Flagstaff FD mourns Capt. Paul Sanders, a 13-year veteran of department
Capt. Paul Sanders, a 13-year veteran of the Flagstaff Fire Department known for his compassion and sense of humor, died at his home, the department announced.
Capt. Paul Sanders, a 13-year veteran of the Flagstaff Fire Department known for his compassion and sense of humor, died at his home, the department announced.
Arizona Republic reporters say officials downplayed Dragon Bravo Fire threats
Reporters from the Arizona Republic allege that officials downplayed threats from the Dragon Bravo Fire, which has been burning for over a month. According to their new reporting, records show that officials minimized public safety and wind concerns before a sudden wind shift caused the fire to grow rapidly. More than 650 firefighters are currently battling the blaze.
Reporters from the Arizona Republic allege that officials downplayed threats from the Dragon Bravo Fire, which has been burning for over a month. According to their new reporting, records show that officials minimized public safety and wind concerns before a sudden wind shift caused the fire to grow rapidly. More than 650 firefighters are currently battling the blaze.
Sheep Spring Fire: Forest Lakes put on 'SET' status
Forest Lakes, Canyon Point Campground, Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery and OW Ranch have been put on "SET" status amid the Sheep Spring Fire burning in northern Arizona.
Forest Lakes, Canyon Point Campground, Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery and OW Ranch have been put on "SET" status amid the Sheep Spring Fire burning in northern Arizona.
3 Grand Canyon trails reopen on the South Rim
Three trails at the Grand Canyon are now back open after being closed for more than a month due to the Dragon Bravo Fire. The South Kaibab Trail, Tonto Trail, and Bright Angel Trail have all reopened.
Three trails at the Grand Canyon are now back open after being closed for more than a month due to the Dragon Bravo Fire. The South Kaibab Trail, Tonto Trail, and Bright Angel Trail have all reopened.
Flagstaff wildlife crossing construction advances
The Arizona Dept. of Transportation is reminding drivers in the High Country to plan for delays as construction continues on the I-17 wildlife overpass. The overpass is designed to reduce the risk of crashes involving animals.
The Arizona Dept. of Transportation is reminding drivers in the High Country to plan for delays as construction continues on the I-17 wildlife overpass. The overpass is designed to reduce the risk of crashes involving animals.
CCSO working to ID remains found in 1980
Officials with the Coconino County Sheriff's Office say they need the public's help, as they work to identify human remains that were found within the county about a quarter of a century ago.
Officials with the Coconino County Sheriff's Office say they need the public's help, as they work to identify human remains that were found within the county about a quarter of a century ago.
CCSO working to identify remains that were found in 1980
The remains, according to sheriffs in Coconino County, were found somewhere north of Williams in 1980, and now, authorities are looking to identify him.
The remains, according to sheriffs in Coconino County, were found somewhere north of Williams in 1980, and now, authorities are looking to identify him.
Woods Fire burning near Sedona keeps residents on alert overnight
Some residents near the Village of Oak Creek are on alert due to the Woods Fire. Resident Lance Wischmeier, who has seen past fires get uncomfortably close, remained calm, stating that this isn't a new experience for him. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has more.
Some residents near the Village of Oak Creek are on alert due to the Woods Fire. Resident Lance Wischmeier, who has seen past fires get uncomfortably close, remained calm, stating that this isn't a new experience for him. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has more.
Wildfire near Sedona has some residents on alert
Some residents of Village of Oak Creek near Sedona are under SET status due to the 25-acre Woods Fire, which started Wednesday.
Some residents of Village of Oak Creek near Sedona are under SET status due to the 25-acre Woods Fire, which started Wednesday.
Nearly 30 pounds of meth found during northern Arizona traffic stop: CCSO
The bust, according to officials with CCSO, began as a traffic stop along Highway 89, and the incident involved the office's K-9 unit.
The bust, according to officials with CCSO, began as a traffic stop along Highway 89, and the incident involved the office's K-9 unit.
Dragon Bravo Fire is the largest burning wildfire in the U.S.
The Dragon Bravo fire, the largest burning fire in the United States, is also one of the biggest ever recorded in Arizona. Some local business owners say the blaze is keeping tourists away. FOX's Kennedy Hayes has more from Fredonia, Arizona.
The Dragon Bravo fire, the largest burning fire in the United States, is also one of the biggest ever recorded in Arizona. Some local business owners say the blaze is keeping tourists away. FOX's Kennedy Hayes has more from Fredonia, Arizona.
Update on wildfires burning in Arizona
The Billy Fire is growing in the Tonto National Forest, burning over 15,000 acres and forcing evacuations. Meanwhile, the Dragon Bravo Fire near the Grand Canyon has burned over 143,000 acres and is now 44% contained.
The Billy Fire is growing in the Tonto National Forest, burning over 15,000 acres and forcing evacuations. Meanwhile, the Dragon Bravo Fire near the Grand Canyon has burned over 143,000 acres and is now 44% contained.
Woman accused of drunk driving in stolen car on I-17
A woman was arrested after authorities said she was driving drunk in a stolen car along Interstate 17 near Flagstaff.
A woman was arrested after authorities said she was driving drunk in a stolen car along Interstate 17 near Flagstaff.
Latest numbers on Billy, Bronco, and Dragon Bravo fires
Wildfires continue to burn across Arizona with crews working around the clock to gain control. Residents will also have a chance to get the latest updates on the Billy Fire during a community meeting on Aug. 11.
Wildfires continue to burn across Arizona with crews working around the clock to gain control. Residents will also have a chance to get the latest updates on the Billy Fire during a community meeting on Aug. 11.
Crews work to contain Billy and Bronco fires
The Billy Fire has grown to over 12,000 acres northeast of the Valley, while crews try to contain the Bronco Fire in Gila County.
The Billy Fire has grown to over 12,000 acres northeast of the Valley, while crews try to contain the Bronco Fire in Gila County.
Latest numbers for Arizona's wildfires | Aug. 10
The Billy Fire is only 22% contained and over 8,800 acres have burned. The Dragon Bravo Fire is 38% contained after burning over 141,000 acres.
The Billy Fire is only 22% contained and over 8,800 acres have burned. The Dragon Bravo Fire is 38% contained after burning over 141,000 acres.
Containment increases on Dragon Bravo Fire
The Dragon Bravo Fire is the eighth-largest wildfire in Arizona's history and is currently the largest fire burning in the continental U.S. As of Aug. 7, it's burned over 130,000 acres and is now 29% contained.
The Dragon Bravo Fire is the eighth-largest wildfire in Arizona's history and is currently the largest fire burning in the continental U.S. As of Aug. 7, it's burned over 130,000 acres and is now 29% contained.
What is a pyrocumulus cloud?
Flames from the Dragon Bravo Fire near the Grand Canyon are creating a massive cloud of smoke, known as a pyrocumulus cloud. FOX 10's Krystal Ortiz explains what this is on Weather Wisdom Wednesday.
Flames from the Dragon Bravo Fire near the Grand Canyon are creating a massive cloud of smoke, known as a pyrocumulus cloud. FOX 10's Krystal Ortiz explains what this is on Weather Wisdom Wednesday.
Neighbors speak at Dragon Bravo Fire community meeting
On Aug. 5, fire crews and National Park Service officials held a public meeting on the fire, which continues to grow near the Grand Canyon. The lightning-caused fire has burned more than 130,000 acres and is only 13% contained.
On Aug. 5, fire crews and National Park Service officials held a public meeting on the fire, which continues to grow near the Grand Canyon. The lightning-caused fire has burned more than 130,000 acres and is only 13% contained.
Arizona woman sentenced to prison for punching, hitting officer with crowbar during traffic stop
A Sedona woman who punched and hit an officer in the head with a crowbar during a traffic stop was sentenced to over a decade in prison.
A Sedona woman who punched and hit an officer in the head with a crowbar during a traffic stop was sentenced to over a decade in prison.