Early season wildfires erupt across Arizona
A decades-long megadrought, combined with low humidity and high winds, has contributed to the tinderbox conditions in the region.
Source: wsws.org
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A decades-long megadrought, combined with low humidity and high winds, has contributed to the tinderbox conditions in the region.
Authorities in Arizona warned Thursday of more wildfire danger as crews in the state and around the country worked to contain multiple blazes amidst windy and tinder-dry conditions.
The Crooks Fire burning south of Prescott remained at 9,014 acres and 23% containment as of Thursday morning.
The fire was 22% contained as of Monday morning, fire officials said. The cause of the Crooks Fire is still under investigation.