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Fire managers report increased wildfire activity as the weather continues to get hotter and drier, officials say.
A wildfire burning north of Phoenix has forced some area Arizona residents to evacuate as crews work to contain it. The blaze, which has been dubbed the Jones Fire, erupted along the Hassayampa River in Wickenburg,
Winds and dry conditions are driving up fire risk, leading to new restrictions across Arizona. Officials urge caution.
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"It's hard because you need to start again."
The house fire is near 59th Avenue and Thomas Road.
As Arizona heads into a potentially fiery summer, the U.S. Forest Service is dealing with budget cuts and new fire policies.
Arizona tribes are prepping for this year's fire season. In the meantime, the feds are taking their new Wildland Fire Service on its shakedown cruise.
High winds and low humidity create "critical fire weather" in Arizona, warns the National Weather Service, urging fire prevention efforts amid a Red Flag Warning.