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Forward progress stopped on Sunnvale Fire near Dudleyville in Pinal County

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DUDLEYVILLE, AZ — Forward progress has been stopped on a wildfire that broke out Sunday morning near Dudleyville in Pinal County.

The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management says spread has been stopped after the Sunnvale Fire burned roughly six acres.

Residents in the area of North Horseshoe Drive were under a GO evacuation order. It's not yet clear when they can return to their homes.

The Sunnvale Fire has been burning in the river bottom through grass, brush, and salt cedar.

North Dudleyville Road is closed while crews work in the area. Officials said State Route 77 remains open.

Drivers are asked to avoid the area as firefighting operations continue.