Rincon Valley Fire

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[KVOA News 4 Tucson @KVOA]

Rain is making a comeback! Don't forget your umbrella if you are in central or western Pima county. In addition to heavy rain possible, a Flood Watch and Blowing Dust advisory is in effect, so stay prepared for changing weather conditions! @DeeCortezWx

#AzWx

[Rincon Valley Fire @RinconFire]

#rvfdcommunityalert
Please note - we are aware of the fire visible in our District.

Federal response has been initiated. Rincon units are on standby to ensure no structures are threatened.

[AZ Dept. Forestry and Fire Management @azstateforestry]

Per @NWSFlagstaff & @NWSTucson - Red Flag Warning in effect for most of N/NE & S/SE Arizona through Monday night.

Do not burn or use tools that may spark! Low relative humidity and high winds = high fire danger🔥

More info: https://t.co/8aL0tpKORS

#AZFire #AZForestry

[Rincon Valley Fire @RinconFire]

#CommunityAlert

Our units are on scene of a single story residencial house fire in the Coyote Creek neighborhood. Please avoid the area.

[Rincon Valley Fire @RinconFire]

Three days away ... https://t.co/zANlI6k8xo via @Nextdoor

[Sparky the Fire Dog @Sparky_Fire_Dog]

Cook with care this Thanksgiving! Never leave the kitchen while cooking on the stovetop. Some types of cooking, especially those that involve frying or sautéing with oil, need continuous attention. For Thanksgiving kitchen safety tips: https://t.co/cT6gkHumX2 #ThanksgivingSafety

[Rincon Valley Fire @RinconFire]

Day one of Ropes Rescue training in the books! https://t.co/zM7NENRpOQ via @Nextdoor

[Rincon Valley Fire @RinconFire]

#vailcommunityalert ‼️

The North side of Colossal Cave Road cave on the I-10 overpass is currently closed due to a motor vehicle accident.

Please avoid the area! ⛈️

[NWS Tucson @NWSTucson]

⚠️ Special Weather Statement in effect for Tucson until 8:30pm. There's a line of storms trying to creep up and over the higher terrain to our east. Expect wind gusts up to 50mph and pea sized hail. #azwx

[NWS Tucson @NWSTucson]

Another record high temperature in the books. Excessive Heat will continue through the middle of the week. #azwx

[NWS Tucson @NWSTucson]

⛈️ Monsoonal moisture is transitioning into SE AZ.

There is a ~20-50% chc of showers/T'storms this aftn/eve, focused on Tucson and points south & east.

Main impacts will be gusty winds (blowing dust), lightning & brief downpours. #azwx

[NWS Tucson @NWSTucson]

The Excessive Heat Watch Monday-Tuesday has been upgraded to a Warning. Temperatures will be the hottest so far this year. #azwx

[USDA Forest Service, SW @ForestServiceSW]

Here’s an illustration of what well-maintained landscaping looks like to help make your property more resistant to a wildland fire. Wildfire preparedness is year-round. Be prepared and be ready.

[Coronado NF @CoronadoNF]

Update: 6/16/2023 7:41 PM
Oak Wildfire
Road closed on SR-83 Northbound near Santa Rita Rd (MP 34). Rd closed on SR-83 Southbound near E Sahuarita Rd (MP 53).
Type 3 IC: Darrel Howell, Nogales RD
~ 5,500 acres
HWY 83 will be closed throughout the night &
at least tomorrow morning.

[Coronado NF @CoronadoNF]

Oak Wildfire
Rd closure in both directions on HWY 83.
Rd closed on SR-83 Northbound near Santa Rita Rd (MP 34). Rd closed on SR-83 Southbound near E Sahuarita Rd (MP 53).
~400 acres
Start Time: 1:00 PM
Winds are pushing the fire north and east
ADOT closure
https://t.co/BySCEtlk9O

[NWS Tucson @NWSTucson]

The plume from the Oak Fire can be seen on our radar. Here's a still image and loop. Strong gusty winds will continue into the evening and a Red Flag Warning is in effect until 7 pm. Make sure and follow all burn restrictions and if driving tie up any loose chains. #azwx

[Rincon Valley Fire @RinconFire]

‼️Multiple Agencies are responding to a large fire near HWY 83 off of milepost 42‼️

Highway 83 is CLOSED at Sahuarita Road towards Sonoita.
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#communityalert #vailaz #sonoitaaz

[NWS Tucson @NWSTucson]

During the early months of the monsoon, scattered ⛈️ t-storms increase the potential for new wildfire starts from cloud-to-ground ⚡ lightning. Without enough rainfall to sufficiently moisten the ground & vegetation, the threat for wildfires 🔥 can remain high. #Monsoon2k23 #azwx

[NWS Tucson @NWSTucson]

🔥 Critical Fire Weather Conditions for Thursday and Friday due to afternoon wind gusts ranging from 30-35 mph and low relative humidities. Make sure all campfires are fully extinguished 🧯 and that you follow all burn restrictions. #azwx

[Rincon Valley Fire @RinconFire]

Excited is an understatement! https://t.co/y2r1LrTOBv via @Nextdoor