Prescott, AZ (AZFamily)— Some Yavapai County neighborhoods have returned to their homes after being forced to evacuate due to a wildfire that began Thursday.
Officials say the Farm Fire has burned between 120 and 150 acres and is growing about 25 miles west of Prescott near the Hillside area.
The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office said residents on Iron Horse Road had to evacuate, but that order was lifted around 6 p.m.
Surrounding areas were told to prepare to evacuate, but authorities said it was now safe.
of Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management Officials said they were working with multiple fire departments and sending firefighters to tackle the blaze.
It's unclear how it began.
🔥 Arizona Department of Forestry responds #Farmfire The fire is estimated to be about 40 acres and growing, and the state is working closely with multiple fire departments to send in air and hand firefighters to help with the fire.
🟢 Yavapai Sheriff Residents on Iron Horse Road are currently being notified… pic.twitter.com/kCTJPZa6aR
—Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (@azstateforestry) August 8, 2024
🔥 #Farmfire Update 8pm: The fire has received rainwater from a storm that passed through the area earlier this evening. This moisture has slowed the fire's spread and mitigated its progress. Crews have been working through the thick vegetation around the perimeter of the fire to address heat pockets in the fire. pic.twitter.com/GaflPXlNmE
—Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (@azstateforestry) August 9, 2024
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