Fire crews continue to battle the Flying Bucket brush fire south of Goodyear near SR-238 and 99th Avenue.
#FlyingBucketFire Update: Ground resources w/help from heavies able to slow fire's progress on east side. SE side still active, but overall fire activity has decreased. Tues. afternoon's high winds & warm temps significantly increased fire activity & pushed it out to S/SE… pic.twitter.com/s4ruBZfZZy
— AZ Dept. Forestry and Fire Management (@azstateforestry) May 8, 2024
According to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, the fire has burned 2,795 acres as of Sunday night and is 100% contained.
Officials believe the fire might have been caused by a shooting in the area. An investigation is ongoing.
Officials say there are no immediate exposures and no reported injuries.
According to officials, more resources have been requested and about 100 personnel were assigned to the fire.
Wednesday's hot, dry, and windy conditions were a concern for firefighters.
The area has been turned over to the Bureau of Land Management.
