Stronghold Fire in southern Arizona is 69% contained; no new growth reported
This is a slight increase from 62% on May 2, when 265 personnel were actively fighting the blaze.
The fire has scorched 2,138 acres in the Dragoon Mountains, about 21 miles east of Benson Acres, southeast of Tucson.
The fire initially started on April 28, and its cause remains under investigation.
While there were concerns that hot, windy conditions could intensify the fire, no new growth was reported on May 3.
A fire weather watch is forecast for southeast Arizona for May 4, including Cochise County and the Stronghold Fire.
The Type 3 Incident Management Team will maintain command of the fire throughout the upcoming weather event, ensuring continued coordination and resource support until the fire is fully contained, officials said.
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