Stronghold Fire 2025

As of May 6, 2025, the Coronado National Forest has terminated their Temporary Occupancy and Use Area Order due to the Stronghold Fire. 

The fire is now 85% contained with no change in acreage; 2,138 acres. 

The Stronghold Fire started at approximately 11:30 am on Monday, April 28, near Sunsites-Pearce and 16 miles south of Cochise. It was fueled by high winds and drought stricken fuels throughout the duration of the initial attack period. Heavy aircraft was used at the start, including Single Engine Air Tankers and Large Air Tankers to slow the fire from spreading to nearby homes. One secondary structure was destroyed in the fire. Stronghold remains under investigation. 

For more information:  

Coronado National Forest Temporary Closure Order: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/coronado/alerts/stronghold-fire

All evacuation information will come from the Cochise County Sheriff's Office: https://www.facebook.com/CochiseSO

Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arizonaforestry

Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management on X: https://x.com/azstateforestry