PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Firefighters across Arizona are on high alert as hot, dry conditions and Fourth of July celebrations raise concerns about new wildfire starts.
Crews are already working to contain several wildfires burning across the Southwest, including the Pocket Fire near Sedona. At the same time, state fire officials say they are focused on stopping new fires before they have a chance to grow or threaten nearby communities.
The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) says strategically staged crews, engines, water tenders and patrols are helping firefighters respond quickly when new fires are reported…