TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The Rincon Valley Fire District and other crews are responding to a large fire on Highway 83 at milepost 42, about 40 miles south of Tucson.
The fire started around 1 p.m. Friday afternoon and was at 5,500 acres at its peak. As of Saturday morning, the fire is at 3,213 acres and 60% containment.
Highway 83 is closed in both directions due to the fire between Santa Rita and Sahuarita roads.
Officials say the highway was reopened at 8 p.m.
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Road closure in both directions on HWY 83.
There was minimal fire activity throughout the night.
~ 5,500 acres.
Red flag warning. Air support may be grounded this afternoon.
HWY 83 is anticipated to be closed until at least 10 PM this evening.
So far there have been no injuries reported or structures destroyed.
The cause of the fire is currently unknown.
