Sand Stone (AZTNF)

Wildfire Status:

The Sand Stone Fire, which ignited due to lightning on July 25, 2024, is currently burning in the Sonoran Desert, approximately 14 miles northeast of Fountain Hills, Arizona. The fire has spread across 27,390 acres, with an impressive 98% of its perimeter contained. Firefighters have focused on protecting nearby Tribal and private lands, critical power and transportation infrastructure, as well as cultural and natural resources. The area is experiencing dry conditions, exacerbated by a low-moisture monsoon season, alongside higher-than-average grass volumes resulting from several wet growing seasons.

As of the latest update, the fire response includes 40 personnel actively monitoring and managing the situation. The current conditions show minimal fire activity, with only scattered heat present in stump holes, and no significant spread anticipated. Recent precipitation has greatly reduced the availability of fuels capable of carrying the fire, contributing to the containment efforts. Fire agencies plan to continue monitoring the situation while completing suppression repairs and being prepared for any initial attacks as needed.

Weather concerns over the coming week indicate stable temperatures, with afternoon highs expected to approach 110°F. Such conditions necessitate continued vigilance, although no movement of the fire outside its existing footprint is anticipated in the immediate future. The area remains under a closure to ensure safety, restricting access to National Forest System lands and associated roads and trails.

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