Wildfire exceeding 2,000 acres in Cochise County is 22% contained
The story was updated on Thursday, May 1st at 3:38pm to include new details about the wildfire containment efforts. The fires near Sunsites-Pearce in Cochise County are currently at 54% containment. Officials are actively monitoring the northern and eastern areas of the fire, looking for smoke and any risks that might ignite new fires as […]
Two wildfires close to the Grand Canyon have burned more than 24,000 acres of land.
Two major wildfires are raging about 30 miles from the Grand Canyon, affecting over 24,000 acres of forest, according to state and federal firefighters. As of the evening on July 12, the White Sage fire had charred more than 19,150 acres near the North Rim, while the Dragon Bravo Fire, burning within Grand Canyon National […]
Bryce Fire burns 850 acres in eastern Arizona, 25% controlled
Authorities report that the fire continues to exhibit extreme behavior. Current Situation PIMA, Ariz. – The Graham County fire has spread across approximately 3,137 acres, and is currently only 29% contained, as per the Arizona Department of Forestry Fire Control. Former residents of the river corridor in the Fort Thomas area have been notified that […]
Bryce Fire in southeast Arizona expands past 3,000 acres
Blythe Fire Update PHOENIX — The Blythe fire in southeast Arizona experienced a slight expansion on Monday, but officials reported that containment efforts have improved, and the threats to nearby communities have lessened. Wildfires between Fort Thomas and Pima in Graham County have now spread over 3,100 acres and are currently 29% contained. The fire […]
Bryce fire reaches 2,896 acres, Stage 2 fire restrictions implemented
Fire Update: Blaine Fire Incident Start date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025Location: 3 miles west of Pima, along US 70Personnel involved: 287Cause: Human activityArea affected: 2,896 acresContainment status: 25% The fire activity has led to enhanced control measures during Sunday night’s shift, with firefighters focusing on the north side and east of River Road. A containment […]
Bryce fire expands to nearly 2,300 acres
The fire remained active throughout the night, fueled by southeasterly winds moving northwest through the Gira River area. Early responders found themselves directly engaged, managing several spot fires and scoping out sites for additional morning resources. The fire exhibited extreme behavior, with long-range spotting noted; on Tuesday, it advanced approximately six miles. By late Friday […]
Bill proposed to increase the size of Talladega National Forest by 50,000 acres
Senators Propose Expansion of Talladega National Forest U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and U.S. President Mike Rogers (R-Saks) have put forth a proposal to expand the Talladega National Forest by 50,000 acres across three counties in East Alabama. This move aims to boost conservation initiatives, enhance outdoor recreational activities, and benefit the local tourism economy. […]
85,000 acres of Tennessee’s national forests available for logging under new government plan
Tennessee’s estimated 85,000 acres of remote backcountry could see increased activity related to road building, mining, and logging, as the Trump administration has proposed removing protections for some of the most pristine areas of U.S. national forests. Last week, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brook Rollins announced the plan to rescind what are known as “roadless […]
8,000 acres in Alabama’s Mobile-Tensaw Delta designated to pay tribute to E.O. Wilson
The Mobile Tenso Delta in Alabama, a significant conservation area, has been renamed to honor distinguished biologist Edward Osborne Wilson, who hails from the state. Both the Nature Conservancy and the EO Wilson Biodiversity Foundation have revealed that almost 8,000 acres of preserved land will now be referred to as EO Wilson’s land between the […]
Ranch Fire in Santa Cruz County mapped at 2,751 acres, 47% containment
Updated 06/05: The ranch fire has been in its footprint since Wednesday night and has not grown in size, according to the latest information from the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. According to the department, the fire is currently 47% containment. The update reports that around 135 staff members remain assigned to wildfires, […]