FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Officials have fully contained a wildfire that burned in Coconino County around eight miles north of Sunset Crater near Highway 89.
The wind-driven Antelope Fire grew to 372 acres in size after it was first reported Monday at about 1 p.m., according to the Southwest Coordination Center.
The fire spread at a moderate rate through grass-type fuels and officials are deployed four fire engines to stop the flames from spreading.
The wildfire didn't threaten any structures and investigators are working to determine the cause, fire officials said.
Officials in northern Arizona have already spent the last couple of weeks battling the Tunnel Fire and Crooks Fire.
The Forest Service is preparing to implement Stage 1 fire restrictions at Coconino, Tonto, and Prescott national forests later this week.
ARIZONA WILDFIRE SEASON
Get the latest information on how to stay safe and protect your home during wildfire season in Arizona.
Wildfire Go-Kit:
Residents in evacuation areas are urged to have an emergency supplies kit to bring with them when leaving their homes, especially as Arizona residents are beginning to see 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 an 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.