Tag: arizona
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Rose Fire Forces Evacuations and Road Closures near Wickenburg
A rapidly spreading wildfire, dubbed the Rose Fire, has prompted evacuations and road closures south of Wickenburg, Arizona. The blaze, which started on Wednesday afternoon in the Hassayampa River bottom, has already consumed approximately 200 acres of land, threatening numerous residential areas and causing significant disruptions. Evacuation Orders and Community Impact Officials from the Arizona…
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Rose Fire Threatens Wickenburg, AZ: Evacuations and Destruction
A swiftly spreading wildfire named the Rose Fire has prompted evacuations south of Wickenburg, Arizona, causing significant disruption including freeway closures and the destruction of homes, according to officials on Wednesday. Evacuations and Threatened Homes Residents of the Rio Vista Hills community, located along the U.S. 60, have been instructed to evacuate immediately. Tiffany Davila…
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Search Underway for Missing Individuals Across Arizona
Law enforcement agencies across Arizona are actively seeking information on several missing persons cases, urging the public to assist in locating these individuals. Here are the latest updates on some of the ongoing cases: Robert Haymaker, 88, Missing from Mesa Robert Haymaker, an 88-year-old man suffering from dementia, was last seen near 92nd Street and…
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Evacuation Orders Issued for Rose Fire in Wickenburg, Arizona
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. – Evacuation orders have been issued as the Rose Fire continues to burn in Wickenburg, prompting the closure of US 60 in both directions and threatening approximately 100 homes in the area. The fire, which ignited on June 12 near San Domingo Peak Trail at milepost 115, has quickly spread across 200…
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Missing Persons Reports in Arizona: June 2024 Updates
Law enforcement agencies across Arizona continue to seek public assistance in locating individuals reported missing in recent months. If you have any information regarding their whereabouts, please contact the respective authorities listed below. June 12: Ilena Vest Missing from Mesa Ilena Vest, aged 15, was last seen near Gilbert and Broadway roads in Mesa. She…
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Evacuations Ordered as Rose Fire Threatens Wickenburg Area
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. – Evacuations have been mandated for residents in the vicinity of Wickenburg due to the ongoing threat posed by the Rose Fire, which ignited near San Domingo Peak Trail on June 12. The fire, currently estimated at 200 acres, prompted the closure of US 60 in both directions in the affected area.…
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Rose Fire Threatens Wickenburg: Evacuations Ordered, Homes Destroyed
Article: WICKENBURG, AZ (AZFamily) — A fast-moving wildfire called the Rose Fire has caused evacuations south of Wickenburg, a freeway closure and homes destroyed, officials said on Wednesday.People in the Rio Vista Hills community along the U.S. have been told to leave their homes, Tiffany Davila with the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management…
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Evacuations Ordered Due to Rose Fire in Wickenburg, Arizona
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. – The Rose Fire, which ignited near San Domingo Peak Trail in Wickenburg, has prompted mandatory evacuations and the closure of US 60 in both directions. The fire, currently estimated at 200 acres, poses a threat to approximately 100 homes in the area, according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire…
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Rose Fire Prompts Evacuations and Closures near Wickenburg
A swiftly spreading wildfire named the Rose Fire has prompted mandatory evacuations and road closures south of Wickenburg, Arizona. Officials confirmed on Wednesday that the blaze, originating in the Hassayampa River bottom, has already consumed approximately 200 acres of land. The situation remains critical as the fire threatens homes and infrastructure in the region. Evacuations…
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Rose Fire Evacuations and Freeway Closure near Wickenburg, AZ
WICKENBURG, AZ – A rapidly spreading wildfire dubbed the Rose Fire has prompted mandatory evacuations south of Wickenburg and forced the closure of a major freeway, devastating homes in its path. Officials from the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management confirmed that the fire ignited on Wednesday afternoon in the Hassayampa River bottom, quickly…
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Apache County Prosecutors Take Legal Action Against Attorney
In a dramatic turn of events in Apache County, Arizona, three top prosecutors have taken legal action against their boss, County Attorney Michael Whiting. Following a search by the Arizona Attorney General’s Office at Whiting’s office and residence in St. Johns, the prosecutors—Apache County Chief Deputy County Attorney Celeste Robertson, Assistant Chief Deputy County Attorney…
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Arizona Wildfire Season: Updates on Blazes Across State
As Arizona enters wildfire season, multiple fires have ignited across the state, prompting concerns for local communities and necessitating evacuation preparedness. This comprehensive overview delves into each wildfire, detailing their sizes, impacted areas, and evacuation advisories. Bear Fire (Gila County) The Bear Fire, situated in Gila County, has emerged as one of the prominent blazes…
