Fire Rescue helicopterSedona AZ (May 28, 2014) – We hear it all the time when talking wildfires. “The Slide Fire 35% contained,” or “the Brins Fire is now 100% contained,” etc. But what does that mean? How is it measured? First, you have to understand fire control lines, which is “an inclusive term for all constructed or natural barriers and treated fire edges used... 

Sedona AZ (May 23, 2014) – To reduce the looming threat of summer wildfires following one of Arizona’s driest winters on record, officials have announced fire restrictions for many locations throughout Arizona. The restrictions take effect just as the busy Memorial Day weekend begins on Friday, May 23. Fire danger conditions, local closures and restrictions are subject to change. Many of the... 

Sedona AZ (May 23, 2014) – A community meeting will be held at the Sedona Red Rock High School Performing Arts Center, SR 89A, west Sedona at 4:00 p.m. today. The Slide Fire, reported just before 4:00 p.m. May 20, 2014, is burning in Oak Creek Canyon just north of Slide Rock State Park. Closures include AZ SR Highway 89A from Sedona to Fort Tuthill in Flagstaff, and Forest Road 535 off SR Highway... 

Sedona AZ (May 21, 2014) – SedonaEye.com photos of the Slide Rock Fire burning since May 20 in the Oak Creek Canyon area, Sedona, Arizona captured from Arizona Interstate 17 (top) and AZ State Route 179 (center) and Sedona staging area (last photo courtesy of USFS) at approximately 2:30 PM. The Slide Rock Fire has burned over 1000 acres and is expected to reach 5000 acres within 24 hours due... 

View of Slide Rock fire from Village of Oak Creek in Sedona at 6:45 PM photo credit SedonaEye.comSedona AZ (May 20, 2014) – The Slide Fire, reported just before 4:00 p.m. today, was estimated initially to be 20 acres but not contained, is burning on the north side of Highway 89A in Oak Creek Canyon near Slide Rock State Park, Sedona, Arizona. Acreage estimates and fire fighting operations will... 

Sedona AZ (May 13, 2014) – The following is a Public Service Announcement: At 1:15 PM today, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) announced evacuations for the Walker Area Fire have been lifted. Roads into Walker will remain blocked to non-residents. The United States Forest Service has reported containment of this fire and thanks everyone for their cooperation. The following is the timeline... 

Interstate 40 west of Flagstaff may close due to Engineer Fire  Arizona Interstate 40 may close this afternoon, June 2, 2011, due to the Engineer Fire near Camp Navajo, approximately 12 miles west of Flagstaff, Arizona. The Arizona Department of Transportation is working with fire officials to ensure the safety of the traveling public. The closure of AZ I-40 would be set between Flagstaff Ranch...