This will be the last Hackberry Fire Update

PRESCOTT, AZ – The Hackberry fire is 50% contained with a secure perimeter. Firefighters will continue to mop-up and extinguish any areas of heat along the fires edge.  With anticipated widespread rain predicted on Friday and Saturday; full containment is expected by Sunday.

Several resources have been released from the fire as containment increases. Resources remaining include 3 – Crews, 1 – Engine, and 1 -Type 3 Helicopter. 

Recreationists should continue to avoid camping, biking, and hiking near the fires and utilize caution while driving the roads as firefighters will be traveling to and from the fire through the weekend.  The public is reminded to always be cautious when recreating on public lands, regardless of the time of year.  Leaving your campfire unattended is illegal all year round. Campfires must be dead out – cold to the touch – before you walk away; fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest Land.   

For fire information please call Prescott National Forest Fire Information at (928) 925-1111; or stay up to date on Prescott National Forest news by checking the Prescott NF website and following us on Facebook and Twitter.