HIDDEN VALLEY, AZ — Evacuations have been lifted after a wildfire in the Hidden Valley area, near Ralston and Barnes, southwest of Maricopa.
The Pinal County Sheriff's Office issued the evacuations for the Hidden Valley area around 3:30 p.m., near Ralston and Barnes, south of Thola, and heading west.
Around 4:15 p.m. PCSO said the fire was 100% contained and the evacuations were lifted.
Last month, Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management held a press conference to discuss 2024's wildfire season outlook.
The upcoming season, especially for May and June, shows the possibility of above-average activity for central and southern Arizona due to the growth of grass and brush.
In northern Arizona, however, a delayed start is anticipated thanks to the existing snowpack.
The Arizona Emergency Information Network has a checklist in case you need to evacuate your home due to a wildfire. Remember the five Ps of evacuation: People and pets, prescriptions, papers, personal needs, and priceless items.
