Bryce Fire (AZA3S)

Wildfire Status:

The Bryce Fire, located in southeastern Arizona, is currently active with approximately 78% of its perimeter contained. As of the latest update, resources are focused on mopping up and securing the fire's perimeter, although some visible smoke persists from smoldering pockets of fuel within the fire's interior. The fire has exhibited extreme behavior due to high winds, which have caused it to spot over containment lines on the north side. Despite these challenges, no evacuations have been issued, and there have been no reports of damaged or destroyed structures.

Fire agencies, including the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, are actively managing the incident, which is transitioning from a Type 3 to a Type 4 incident. The Southeast Zone Incident Management Team is set to hand command back to local authorities, indicating a shift toward scaled-down operational control as suppression efforts continue. In response to the increased fire activity and severe drought conditions in the region, Stage 2 fire restrictions have been implemented across various state and federal lands in southeastern Arizona, limiting activities that could ignite new fires.

Weather conditions have played a significant role in the fire's behavior. Southeast winds have contributed to the fire's spread, and the forecast indicates the potential for critical fire weather in the coming days. Firefighters are on alert, prepared to reinforce control lines and respond to new spot fires as they emerge. The situation remains dynamic, and updates will continue to be provided as the fire response evolves.

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