Tag: Bryce

Fort Thomas assigned ‘SET’ evacuation status due to Bryce Fire

Fire Commands Shift to Southeast Zone Type 3 Incident Management Team Upgraded to set at 11:25am from Ready Fort Thomas – As the Blythe Fire continues its approach toward Fort Thomas, the Graham County Sheriff’s Office has urged residents in the River Corridor area to prepare for possible evacuation. This warning comes as the fire […]

Graham County fire update: Bryce Fire is now 78% contained

Extreme Heat Advisory Update The extreme heat warning is active until 8 PM MST on Tuesday. Following this, an extreme heat watch will take effect from Wednesday morning and last through Friday evening. What to Expect: The extreme heat warning indicates dangerously high temperatures, potentially reaching up to 110°F. The upcoming extreme heat watch suggests […]

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 […]

Non-native tree contributing to Bryce Fire in Graham County

Tucson Firefighters Tackle Invasive Salt Cedar Threat Tucson, Ariz. – A fire in Blythe is causing concerns near Pima in Graham County, with firefighters identifying the salt cedar tree as their main challenge. Salt cedar, an invasive species, spreads along riverbeds, making it particularly hazardous for wildfires. At the Tucson Fire Station, there’s a sense […]

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 […]

Bryce fire is 29 percent contained, residents back to READY status.

Eden – As of Tuesday morning, the fire was reported to be at 29% containment, covering 3,137 acres. Fire activity was minimal on Monday, though some areas without fuel continued to burn. Crews have been patrolling the boundaries, monitoring the situation as the team worked to strengthen the containment lines. On the north/northeast side, the […]