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Evacuation status downgraded to ‘READY’ for Pine Flat area

PRESSCOTT, Ariz. – Evacuation status for residents north of Pine Flat south of Prescott was downgraded to “ready” Wednesday night.

On Monday, authorities said the Brady fire threatened the area and urged evacuation orders.

Officials say the Brady fire is “estimated to 400 acres, burning brushes and grass.” This fire is old Goodwin Fire Burns scars.

See the air from the area on Tuesday morning in the video player below.

Aerial view shows a burning bradefire south of Prescott

US Forest Service officials say smoke has been seen from surrounding communities, including Prescott, Chino Valley, Prescott Valley and Crown King.

It is unknown how much fire is contained.

The American Red Cross moved its evacuation shelter to the Cordes Lakes Community Center, Cordes Lakes, 16375 S. Cordes Lakes Drive. If you require a shelter, please call 1-800-733-2767 (1-800-RED-CROS).

Shelter for barn animals is available at Arizona Downs, located on the 10445 County Fair Trail in Prescott Valley.

Shelter ring pets are available at Glassford Hill Middle School, 6901 East Panther Path, Prescott Valley.

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