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, […]
Ranch Fire remains at 2,751 acres, now 60% contained
The ranch fire, a 2,751 acre wildfire in Santa Cruz County, was 60% contained as of June 8th. Inciweba federal website that tracks wildfires. A lightning strike on Thursday was set on June 4th, and the fire is burning about 19 miles southeast of Patagonia in San Rafael Valley. The strong winds fueled by dense […]
Ranch Fire near Patagonia now 47% contained at more than 2,700 acres
Tucson, Ariz. (13 News) – Crews manage burning wildfires 20 miles southeast, about 20 miles southeast of Patagonia in Santa Cruz County. The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management said the ranch fires were over 2,700 acres with 47% containment as of Thursday morning. ADFFM said mop-up operations will continue and the engine will […]
Sedona City Council votes 6-1 to annex 3,422 acres
In five minutes, Sedona grew about 30%. Rather, it will occur on Thursday, April 24th, when the annexation of 3,422 acres west of the town became effective. Sedona City Council opposed it on March 25th, with councillor Pete Furman approved the annexation ordinance 6-1 vote. City Attorney Kurt Christianson called on the council’s attention to […]