ORACLE JUNCTION, AZ — Multiple communities are under evacuation warnings as crews fight a new brush fire near Oracle Junction.
The Bowl Creek Fire is burning near SR 79 and SR 77, northwest of Oracle Junction.
Arizona State Forestry officials said Wednesday the fire is believed to be about 1,156 acres and 100% contained.
Officials also say it is threatening power lines and infrastructure, and smoke is impacting surrounding highways.
Pinal County Sheriff’s Office says three communities are currently in “READY” alert status:
- Oracle Junction
- SaddleBrooke Ranch
- Falcon Valley Ranch
Communities of Oracle Junction, SaddleBrooke Ranch and Falcon Valley Ranch previously on “SET” status due to #BowlCreekFire have been returned to “READY” status.
— Pinal County Sheriff’s Office (@PinalCSO) July 25, 2023
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Multiple other brush fires sparked over the past several days, including the Diamond Fire near Sunflower, Arizona, the Racetrack Fire near Cherry, Arizona, and the Grapevine Fire near Prescott. The Gallienta Fire also sparked near San Miguel, Arizona, in Pima County.
Videos in the player above highlight coverage of the fires burning across Arizona.
