Oak Creek-area residents told to prep for evacuations if Woods Fire advances
However, retardant that was dropped on the fire on Aug. 13 appeared to box in the flames, which were burning about 2 miles east of the highway, according to the Sedona Fire Department. As of 4:30 p.m. Aug. 14, it was unclear if that tactic had reduced the fire's footprint.
The Woods Fire started on Aug. 13, although its origin was unknown. It had scorched 55 acres as of Aug. 14, the Sedona Fire Department said.
Light smoke was expected to be visible in the area which could cause hazy conditions in the Village of Oak Creek as smoke drained into Verde Valley, the Fire Department said.
The tourist mecca of Sedona is north of the Village of Oak Creek and has not been threatened by the fire.
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