2024 - Point Fire 2024
2024 - Point Fire is the 3rd-largest wildfire this season in Arizona, burning 6 miles northeast of New River.
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Firefighters are responding to a human-caused fire known as the Point Fire, 5 miles northeast of New River near West Point Mountain. Crew are working in rocky, difficult terrain. The public is advised to avoid Forest Road 41 and Cottonwood (Spur Cross) Trailhead while firefighters are engaged in fire suppression efforts. If you are traveling on Spur Cross Road, please be on the lookout for fire personnel and vehicles.
There are no communities immediately threatened, but residents in the area should remain aware, follow the fire updates and messaging from other local emergency agencies. Residents can sign up for emergency alerts at https://ready.maricopa.gov/999/Emergency-Management.