Circle (AZA3S)

First Reported: 2024-07-20 06:50:02 UTC on July 20, 2024
Inciweb page: AZA3S Circle
Size: 2800 Acres
Type: Wildfire
Status: Field Active
Percent Contained: 100%
Circle (2024-07-20)
2,800 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Kearny, Arizona, United States
Nearby Fires:
Freeman Fire (2024-07-12)
32,568 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Oracle, Arizona, United States
Romero (2024-07-20)
7,392 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Kearny, Arizona, United States
Simmons Fire (2024-05-29)
351 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Kearny, Arizona, United States
Wood Fire (2024-09-05)
7,211 acre wildfire (45% contained)
Superior, Arizona, United States
Watch Fire (2024-07-12)
2,162 acre wildfire (100% contained)
San Carlos, Arizona, United States
Siphon Fire (2024-09-12)
15,527 acre wildfire (65% contained)
Apache Junction, Arizona, United States
Black Fire (2024-07-14)
11,162 acre wildfire (90% contained)
Tonto Basin, Arizona, United States

Wildfire Status:

The Circle Fire, which was discovered on July 19, 2024, near the base of Antelope Peak in Arizona, has reached 100% containment as of the latest update. The fire, which covered approximately 2,800 acres, has been effectively managed by fire agencies, and no further updates will be provided as the situation is under control. The successful containment efforts involved a total of 73 personnel, ensuring that the fire did not spread beyond its designated perimeter.

Currently, the weather conditions are not specified in the available reports, but typically, firefighting operations in Arizona during this time of year would involve considerations of heat and dry conditions, which can influence fire behavior. The local fire management teams, including the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, have been actively involved in monitoring the situation and implementing necessary actions to secure the area.

For residents in Pinal County, emergency alerts and updates can still be accessed through the Pinal County Emergency Notification System, providing the community with important information regarding any potential hazards or changes in fire activity. The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management continues to engage with the public via social media platforms to maintain transparency and offer guidance as needed.

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Containment History:

Date Percent Contained
2024-07-20 0% contained
2024-07-21 0% contained
2024-07-22 10% contained
2024-07-23 35% contained
2024-07-24 85% contained
2024-07-25 90% contained
2024-09-20 100% contained

Fire Growth History:

Date Fire Size (Acres) Fire Size (Square Miles) Fire Size (Square Kilometers)
2024-07-20 200 acres 0.3 sq mi 0.8 sq km
2024-07-21 2700 acres 4.2 sq mi 10.8 sq km
2024-09-20 2800 acres 4.4 sq mi 11.2 sq km