HACKBERRY, Ariz. — A new wildfire, called the Vista Fire, has sparked in northwest Arizona, about 20 miles northeast of Kingman, according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management.
ADFFM said the Vista Fire has burned 95 acres just east of Route 66, southwest of the town of Hackberry at the base of the Peacock Mountains.
The Vista Fire is also about two miles west of the Peacock Fire, which burned about 100 acres earlier in June.
Officials say fire activity is decreasing, but state hand crews are headed to fight the fire along with fire engines and other resources.
The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.
Forward progress of the fire was stopped at about 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, according to ADFFM.
The full evacuation list, evacuation center information and up-to-date road closures can be found below:
Latest Vista Fire updates:
- Fire began Saturday
- About 20 miles northeast of Kingman, east of Route 66 near Hackberry
- Has burned 95 acres
- Forward progress stopped at 5:30 p.m. Saturday
- Resources are "mopping up"
How many acres has the Vista Fire burned?
- 95 acres, according to ADFFM
Are there any evacuations due to the Vista Fire?
The following communities are under the "GO" order and have been asked to evacuate:
- No communities are under the "GO" order
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 by the Vista Fire?
- No roads or highways have been closed by the Vista Fire
Are there any shelters available for residents who may be evacuated due to the Vista Fire?
- No shelters are currently open
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.
