Brush fire reported at North McDowell Mountain Road + McDowell Mountain Park Drive in Fort McDowell, Arizona.
DC603 is on scene.
[Update: 12:22 PM MST: Units responding or on scene include: BC604 BR607 BR611 BR613 BR616 T615 SCTP03.
[Update: 1:20 PM MST] Scottsdale Firefighters are working with several agencies to protect structures, educate homeowners, and support fire operations for the #McDowellFire. There are several assets to help battle #McDowellfire: * Helicopters dropping water have helped limit the spread of the fire. * Slurry bombers will provide additional suppression efforts. * A crew of hot shots from Flagstaff will provide "boots on the ground" to combat the fire. We are keeping an eye on the fire burning near the Preserve. The hope is that the winds don’t shift to pull the flames into Scottsdale. South Trails in the Preserve remain closed for the time being to ensure no hot spots flare up and put hikers at risk, according to the Scottsdale Fire Department.
Air Attack has mapped the #McDowellFire at 290 acres. Fire still active on the outhwest side. Helicopter providing bucket work. @CoconinoNF Flagstaff shots are hiking in. Additional aircraft + hand crews en route. No evacuations at this time, according to AZ State Forestry.
McDowell Mountain Regional Park is temporarily closed due to wildfire activity. Recreating in the park at this time can hinder efforts by first responders and put you in harms way, according to Maricopa County Parks.