Pocket Fire Grows Amid Tough Terrain | Phoenix News

The Pocket Fire, now over 23,000 acres north of Sedona, has seen a slight containment boost to 25%, but rugged terrain and extreme weather are slowing progress. Firefighters rely on helicopters and air tankers to battle flames in steep canyons like Bear Sign and Secret Canyon, where ground crews can’t reach. Popular hiking spots like West Fork of Oak Creek Canyon are under threat, and nearby communities are on “set” status—ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. High temps, low humidity, and 25-mph gusts are fueling the blaze, while air quality remains volatile. Governor Katie Hobbs honored first responders at the command center, and the Coconino National Forest is under Stage Two restrictions—with roads closed and entry limited to Oak Creek Canyon’s southern approach. Stay alert: this fire isn’t slowing down. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/44faca856069680f