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Greer fire map and evacuation updates: 10 acres burned in Arizona, structures threatened | Videos
A wildfire in Greer, Arizona, has burned 10 acres and is threatening several structures. Evacuations are underway in North Woods and South Fork.
A wildfire that ignited in Greer, Arizona, on Tuesday has burned approximately 10 acres of land. The blaze began around 11 a.m. on May 13 near County Road N1072. Photos and videos shared on social media showed thick plumes of smoke rising over the area. According to White Mountain Independent, several structures are currently threatened. See the fire location on the map here.
Evacuation Alert -
The Vernon Fire District issued an urgent evacuation alert on Facebook, stating, “ALL OF GREER and South Fork in Greer are on GO! Evacuate NOW! VFD and other local agencies are responding to a fire in Greer. Please pull over for all those responding.”
The Northeastern Arizona Public Information System added, "Everyone East of Southfork and East of 261 within a 1 mile radius you are on "SET". All of Greer is now being evacuated including North Woods and South Fork. All areas within a 1 mile radius of North Woods Estates are being evacuated. Leave NOW!!"
Evacuees are being directed to the Round Valley High School Dome at 555 N. Butler Street in Eagar.
“All evacuees from the Greer Fire may go to the Round Valley High School Dome located at 555 N. Butler St in Eagar. Park in the back parking area and enter through the doors in the back. Evacuees with RV's and/or large animals can go to the Round Valley Rodeo Grounds,” a Facebook post by town of Eager stated.
State Route 373 southbound is closed at State Route 260 due to the fire. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and it is not yet clear if anyone has been injured.
According to ABC 15, the area is currently under a Red Flag Warning through Tuesday evening. This indicates that any fires that break out during the period could spread rapidly due to critical fire weather conditions.
The story will be updated with more information
