Fire officials said the call came in at 8:11 a.m. for reports of smoke and fire at 1528 Bedford Ave., near Lincoln Place.

Smoke was visible in the surrounding communities including Prescott, Chino Valley, Prescott Valley and Crown King. Officials responded to the fire near Pine Flats off Forest Road 67 around 3 p.m.

Due to ongoing drought conditions and heightened wildfire risks, the Delaware Forest Service is urging residents across the ...

Forest managers use tools like prescribed ... These methods aim to lower fuel levels, reduce crown density, and protect fire-resistant trees, fostering healthier, more resilient forests.