KEARNY, Ariz. — Fire crews are currently fighting the Romero Fire, burning 13 miles southwest of Kearny and 14 miles west of Dudleyville, since July 19.
As of July 24, the fire has grown to 7,392 acres and is 70% contained. The Romero Fire has transitioned to a Type 4 Organization.
"Two crews, two engines, one medical team, and one water tender remain assigned to the fire. They will patrol the fire and conduct mop up operations until the fire reaches 100% containment," fire officials wrote.
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The full evacuation list, evacuation center information and up-to-date road closures can be found below:
Latest fire updates:
- Romero Fire is estimated at 7392 acres, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management said on Saturday.
- All road closures have been lifted.
- AZDFFM reminds citizens that wildfires are "no drone" zones while aerial suppression efforts are active.
- The Arizona Trail has been closed between Oracle and Kearny due to the Romero Fire
- Air tankers have made multiple retardant drops to keep the fire from advancing
How many acres has it burned?
The Romero Fire has burned 7392 acres and is 70% contained as of July 24, fire officials said.
Are there any evacuations?
There are no communities under “GO" or “READY” orders.
Residents of the 3C Ranch had been told to be "SET" to evacuate at any time.
Go to the Arizona Emergency Information Network website to learn how the READY, SET, GO evacuation system works.
What roads or highways have been closed?
Officials have not closed any roadways due to the fire.
Are there any shelters available for residents who may be evacuated?
Officials have not released information on shelters.
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.
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