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Wildfire evacuation forces 1,000 Prescott-area residents from their homes

The Johnson fire started on the last full day of summer.

Officials: Spark from equipment striking rock likely caused wildfire

The fire, which burned 3 square miles near Flagstaff, wasn't due to negligence, according to officials.

Wildfire burning in northern Arizona now 82% contained

Officials say the fire has scorched more than 3 square miles near Flagstaff.

Weather helps crews get upper hand on Arizona wildfire

The Museum Fire threatened thousands of homes in the mountain community of Flagstaff.

Enforcing fire restrictions in Arizona

People caught violating bans on federal lands face steep penalties.

Prime recreation spots could be altered by wildfire burning near Flagstaff

Locals wonder how the landscape might change as a result of the Museum Fire.

Smoke detectors installed by Golder Ranch recalled

The district says it's contacting members about certain defective, battery-operated alarms.

First Responders warn of the dangers of fireworks

Children are most at-risk for fireworks related injuries

Smoke from US wildfires boosting health risk for millions

Another summer of fires in the West is expected to impact millions and increase premature deaths.

Hundreds of firefighters assigned to Arizona wildfire

Managers reported zero containment and hoped to keep it away from Gold Canyon and Superior.

Fire danger high in southeast Arizona this weekend

The National Weather Service has issued a fire weather watch.

US Attempt to Improve Wildland Firefighter Shelters Fails

The effort to create an improved shelter to repel heat followed the deaths of 19 firefighters in Arizona in 2013.

Heat Waves, Fires Affect Mexico City’s Air Quality

The air quality in cities like the capital are getting worse due to fires in the southern part of the country.

Fire Managers Setting Prescribed Burns This Week

National Park Service to ignite 500-plus acres east of Tucson.

Tucson Fire, UA Work to Reduce Firefighter Exposure to Cancer

The department partnered with the UA College of Public Health to improve firefighters' protective gear.

Forecast: More Fire Danger, Later Monsoon

While rains are expected later than usual, monsoon is always hard to predict.

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