WICKENBURG, Ariz. — At least 15 buildings have been destroyed in the Rose Fire. Among those were seven homes, according to the Department of Forestry and Fire Management.
Fire crews initially responded to a brush fire near the Hassayampa Riverbed. US 60 is reopened as of Saturday at milepost 200 near Wickenburg. That fire has since burned roughly 266 acres.
As of Saturday, the fire is 100% contained, the agency said.
According to the Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management, as of June 13 at 10:30 a.m., all residents originally instructed to evacuate or told to be prepared to evacuate are returned to a READY status. The GO status was originally put in place for Rio Vista Hills residents living between the rest area and the Hassayampa River Preserve on US 60.
VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Incendio Rose: 95% de contención luego de quemar 166 acres cerca de Wickenburg
The full evacuation list, evacuation center information and up-to-date road closures can be found below:
Latest fire updates:
- Hand crews worked mop-up efforts, mainly in the Hassayampa Riverbed on Saturday
- Fire engines monitored the perimeter of the fire and checked for remaining hot spots
- Fire is holding with containment lines and no additional growth
- Wickenburg Fire Department has taken control of the fire
- Gas remains off to people who live on the southern end of the fire area near the Hassayampa River
How many acres has it burned?
The Rose Fire has burned 266 acres and is 90% contained as of 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, fire officials said.
Wickenburg Mayor Rui Pereira issued the following statement:
Residents,
We thank you all for your patience and cooperation during the ongoing #RoseFire. Our Wickenburg Police and Fire Departments, along with mutual aid teams, are working diligently to contain the fire and ensure the safety of our community. As of now, the US Hwy 60 remains closed, and evacuations are still in place for Rio Vista Hills. Turtle Back Mountain Ranch continues to be in "set" status, and we urge residents to remain vigilant and prepared.
Our community's strength and resilience shine through in times of adversity. Together, we will overcome this challenge, and I am deeply grateful for the unwavering support and courage shown by our first responders and residents alike.
Stay safe, and please continue to follow updates from local authorities
Are there any evacuations?
No communities are under the "GO" order and have been asked to evacuate.
The following communities are under the "SET" order and have been asked to prepare for possible evacuation:
No communities are under the "SET" order
The following communities are under the "READY" order and have been asked to be aware of nearby fire danger:
No communities are under "READY" order
What roads or highways have been closed?
US 60 has fully reopened.
Are there any shelters available for residents who may be evacuated?
- The Red Cross set up an evacuation center for residents at the local Community Center.
Wildfire Go-Kit:
Residents in wildfire-prone areas are urged to have an emergency supplies kit to bring with them of they are evacuated from their homes, especially as Arizona residents are beginning to see early widespread fire activity throughout the state.
An emergency supply kit should be put together long before a wildfire or another disaster occurs. Make sure to keep it easily accessible so you can take it with you when you have to evacuate.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that residents near a disaster store emergency supplies in a plastic tub, small suitcase, trash can, backpack, or other containers.
Residents should make sure they have the necessities, such as three gallons of water per person and a three-day supply of ready-to-eat food, the NFPA said. A first-aid kit, prescription medications, contact lenses, and non-prescription drugs should also be taken into account.
Copies of any important family documents, including insurance policies, identification, bank account records, and emergency contact numbers should also be taken and put into a waterproof, portable container in your kit, the NFPA said.
The association lists other items that would help in a disaster, including:
Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
Battery-powered or hand-cranked radio and a NOAA weather radio to receive up-to-date information
Dust mask or cotton T-shirt to filter the air
Matches in a waterproof container
Complete change of clothing including long pants, long sleeve shirts, and sturdy shoes stored in a waterproof container
Signal flare
The entire NFPA checklist of supplies can be found here.
Those in Arizona who have been affected by a wildfire or other natural disasters can seek assistance from the American Red Cross by calling 1-800-842-7349.