Peacock Fire grows to 100 acres, officials say

Lina Portman4 weeks ago

0 1 minute read

MOHAVE COUNTY, Ariz. — Officials say fire crews are battling a new wildfire, the Peacock Fire, burning 20 miles northeast of Kingman in the Peacock Mountains.

The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management said the fire broke out around noon Monday and initially burned 50 acres, but has since grown to 100 acres. The fire burns grass and pinyon juniper in a remote, hard-to-reach location. Authorities say activity was minimal at the start of the fire, but has intensified and the fire is moving northeast.

Officials say the Peacock Fire was running into a nearby road, but crews are conducting shooting operations to keep the fire in place.

Single engine air tanker ready for launch and large air tanker reloading – both supporting #PeacockFire NE of Kingman. A total of 2 SEATs and 3 LATs awarded due to limited and difficult access in some fire zones. Engines, hand crews and water supply assigned.

Fire is 100 ac., moving… pic.twitter.com/cd4A286BzZ

– AZ Department of Forestry and Fire Management (@azstateforestry) June 10, 2024

Four single-engine air tankers are attacking the boundaries of the fire, and additional engines, including water tenders and hand crews, have been rushed to the ground.

At speed

Keep up to date with the latest news and stories on the 12News YouTube channel. Subscribe today.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=videoseries

On your phone: Download the 12News app to get the latest local news delivered straight to your phone.

On your streaming device: Download 12News+ to your streaming device

12News' free 12News+ app allows users to stream live events, including daily newscasts like “Today in AZ” and “12 News” and our daily lifestyle program, “Arizona Midday” — on Roku and Amazon Fire TV.

12News+ features live video throughout the day for breaking news, local news, weather, and even an occasional moment of zen featuring breathtaking views from across Arizona.