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Pius Fire prompts camper evacuations near Bear Canyon Lake

The wildfire is burning in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, about 25 miles northeast of Payson.
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Posted at 9:14 PM, Jul 08, 2024

Evacuations are in place for campers in northern Arizona due to the Pius Fire which sparked Monday afternoon.

The wildfire is burning in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, about 25 miles northeast of Payson.

As of Tuesday evening, the fire has burned 1,300 acres and is 0% contained.

According to the Coconino County Sheriff's Office, evacuations were ordered for campers in the Bear Canyon Lake area. A "SET" status has been ordered for the Knoll Lake and campground area.

ABC15 is working to get more information on the fire size, containment, and evacuations.