QUEEN VALLEY, Ariz. — A SET status has been issued for Queen Valley due to a wildfire. That means residents should be ready to evacuate if a GO status is issued.
The Pinal County Sheriff's Office said the fire, named the Whitlow Fire, is burning in the riparian area west of Hewitt Station Road near Comet Peak and Forest Road 3493.
Forest Road 357 is closed due to the fire.
The Tonto National Forest says the fire has burned around 100 acres as of 1 p.m. Saturday.
Crews from Mesa and Phoenix are responding to the fire.
The fire will also be targeted from the air.
"Type 1 helo & air tankers on order," said in a post to X (formerly Twitter).
This is a developing story; additional details will be added when they are available.
More information on SET status from the Arizona Emergency Information Network:
SET – Be Alert
Know there is significant danger in your area.
Residents should consider voluntarily relocating to a shelter or with family/friends outside the affected area. Residents should avoid close contact with those who are sick and should practice public health recommendations when relocating.
Grab your emergency go kit.
Keep in mind unique needs for your family or special equipment for pets and livestock.
Stay aware of the latest news and information from public safety and public health officials.
This might be the only notice you receive. Emergency services cannot guarantee they will be able to notify everyone if conditions rapidly deteriorate. Be SET to GO.
