Officials closing Tonto National Forest on July 2; some lakes, roads still accessible
The Tonto National Forest will be closed starting July 2, however, some areas like lakes and certain forest roads will still be accessible.
The Tonto National Forest will be closed starting July 2, however, some areas like lakes and certain forest roads will still be accessible.
Gov. Ducey orders flags lowered to half-staff in honor of Granite Mountain Hotshots
On June 30, 2013, 19 elite firefighters known as members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots were killed battling a wildfire northwest of Phoenix after a change in wind direction pushed the flames back toward their position.
On June 30, 2013, 19 elite firefighters known as members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots were killed battling a wildfire northwest of Phoenix after a change in wind direction pushed the flames back toward their position.
Interstate 17 southbound reopened near Cordes Lakes after Cordes Fire closed it for hours
A brush fire near Cordes Junction has closed Interstate 17 southbound, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
A brush fire near Cordes Junction has closed Interstate 17 southbound, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
Evacuations lifted for 190,200-acre 'Bush Fire' in Tonto National Forest; wildfire now 98% contained
The Bush Fire burning northeast of the Valley has increased in size and is burning nearly 200,000 acres of land. Those who were evacuated were allowed to go back home over the weekend.
The Bush Fire burning northeast of the Valley has increased in size and is burning nearly 200,000 acres of land. Those who were evacuated were allowed to go back home over the weekend.
Avondale Fire burns over 800 acres, evacuations lifted
The Avondale Fire started on June 26. It was previously reported to be 980 acres - and burning close to the Estrella Mountains, according to the Avondale Fire Department.
The Avondale Fire started on June 26. It was previously reported to be 980 acres - and burning close to the Estrella Mountains, according to the Avondale Fire Department.
Painted Wagon Fire burns nearly 500 acres west of Wittmann; fully contained
Arizona Fire & Medical Authority says structures are being impacted and to avoid the area near 299th Ave. and W. Painted Wagon Trail.
Arizona Fire & Medical Authority says structures are being impacted and to avoid the area near 299th Ave. and W. Painted Wagon Trail.
Crews battle overnight brush fire near the I-17
Phoenix fire officials fought a brush fire near the I-17 and Daisy Mountain late Saturday night.
Phoenix fire officials fought a brush fire near the I-17 and Daisy Mountain late Saturday night.
Central Fire contained, reached almost 5,000 acres burned off the I-17
The Central Fire burning near New River has spread into the Tonto National Forest. This is the second wildfire to hit the area along with the Bush Fire, which is the fifth-largest wildfire in Arizona history.
The Central Fire burning near New River has spread into the Tonto National Forest. This is the second wildfire to hit the area along with the Bush Fire, which is the fifth-largest wildfire in Arizona history.
Residents allowed to return home as crews gain upper hand in Aquila Fire battle
According to information released by the Arizona State Forestry, the Aquila Fire has burned 897 acres of land as of June 24 and it is 5% contained. One primary structure and at least 10 outbuildings are confirmed lost.
According to information released by the Arizona State Forestry, the Aquila Fire has burned 897 acres of land as of June 24 and it is 5% contained. One primary structure and at least 10 outbuildings are confirmed lost.
Tucson firefighters responding to brush fire near I-10
Tucson firefighters are working to control a brush fire near the I-10 at milepost 273.
Tucson firefighters are working to control a brush fire near the I-10 at milepost 273.
Sawtooth Fire 100% contained, burned 24,000 acres of land
The Sawtooth Fire is growing in all directions northwest of Gold Canyon.
The Sawtooth Fire is growing in all directions northwest of Gold Canyon.
Mangum Fire fully contained, burned over 71,000 acres
Grand Canyon's North Rim will be closed until further notice as a result of the Mangum Fire.
Grand Canyon's North Rim will be closed until further notice as a result of the Mangum Fire.
More than 100 Arizona inmates helping fight Bighorn fire, Bush Fire
113 inmates from prisons across Arizona are helping fight the Bush and Bighorn wildfires raging in the state.
113 inmates from prisons across Arizona are helping fight the Bush and Bighorn wildfires raging in the state.
Bringham Fire burns over 23,000 acres in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
A 39-mile stretch of a scenic highway in a sparsely populated part of eastern Arizona is closed due to a lightning-sparked wildfire burning in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests.
A 39-mile stretch of a scenic highway in a sparsely populated part of eastern Arizona is closed due to a lightning-sparked wildfire burning in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests.
The long-term impact a wildfire has on a forest and its wildlife
As the "Bush Fire" continues to burn nearly 200,000 acres in the Tonto National Forest, animals are being forced out of their natural habitats, fleeing for safety. A state game and fish employee talks about the impact a fire like this has on wildlife after the fire is over.
As the "Bush Fire" continues to burn nearly 200,000 acres in the Tonto National Forest, animals are being forced out of their natural habitats, fleeing for safety. A state game and fish employee talks about the impact a fire like this has on wildlife after the fire is over.
As 'Bush Fire' continues to burn, some residents refuse to evacuate
As people evacuate from communities due to the fast-growing Bush Fire, some are choosing to stay. FOX 10's Stephanie Olmo reports.
As people evacuate from communities due to the fast-growing Bush Fire, some are choosing to stay. FOX 10's Stephanie Olmo reports.
PG&E fined $4 million in deaths of 84 people in 2018 fire
The maximum penalty assessed by Butte County Superior Court Judge Micahel Deems was a mere formality, given that PG&E reached a plea agreement three months ago to resolve manslaughter and other charges.
The maximum penalty assessed by Butte County Superior Court Judge Micahel Deems was a mere formality, given that PG&E reached a plea agreement three months ago to resolve manslaughter and other charges.
How wildlife is affected by 'Bush Fire' burning in Tonto National Forest
The Arizona Game and Fish Department spoke to FOX 10's Anita Roman on how wildlife is affected by the 'BushFire' that has burned over 100,000 acres in the Tonto National Forest.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department spoke to FOX 10's Anita Roman on how wildlife is affected by the 'BushFire' that has burned over 100,000 acres in the Tonto National Forest.
U-Haul offering 30 days of free self-storage to Arizona residents impacted by Bush Fire
U-Haul announced Wednesday it is offering 30 days of free self-storage to Arizona residents who are impacted by the Bush Fire that is burning in the Tonto National Forest.
U-Haul announced Wednesday it is offering 30 days of free self-storage to Arizona residents who are impacted by the Bush Fire that is burning in the Tonto National Forest.
PG&E confesses to killing 84 people in 2018 Camp Fire
PG&E CEO Bill Johnson entered guilty pleas Tuesday on behalf of the company for 84 felony counts of involuntary manslaughter stemming from the fire, which was blamed on the company’s crumbling electrical grid.
PG&E CEO Bill Johnson entered guilty pleas Tuesday on behalf of the company for 84 felony counts of involuntary manslaughter stemming from the fire, which was blamed on the company’s crumbling electrical grid.