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New fire rages in Tonto National Forest

6/28/2024
A new fire starting north of Fountain Hills Thursday afternoon had burned through 3,200 acres of desert by Friday morning with zero percent containment. A heavy plume of smoke could be seen late …

'Extreme' fire danger for Tonto

6/27/2013
The Tonto National forest is now in a fire danger rating of “extreme.” “Extreme” fire danger means that fires start quickly, spread furiously, and burn intensely. All fires are potentially …

TNF closing forest near Verdes to vehicle traffic

6/7/2013
Tonto National Forest has agreed to close the forest area east of the Verde Communities to vehicle traffic. Work has already begun on a gate across the roadway and a temporary fence. The gate is …

Fire restrictions for Tonto

5/22/2013
Drought conditions, hot temperatures and increased fire danger have resulted in fire restrictions for the Tonto National Forest starting today, May 22. Most types of fire or fire-causing …