Tussock Fire

The Tussock Fire was a wildfire that started near the town of Wickenburg, Arizona on May 8, 2021. The fire burned 5,546 acres (2,244 ha) and is 100% contained.[1]

Tussock Fire
Aerial photo of smoke rising from the Tussock Fire
Location	Wickenburg, Arizona
Coordinates	34.096°N 112.423°W / 34.096; -112.423
Statistics
Date(s)	May 8, 2021 – May 24, 2021
Burned area	5,546 acres (2,244 ha)[1]
Cause	Under investigation
Map

Development

May

The Tussock Fire was first reported on May 8, 2021, at around 2pm MST. The fire is believed to be human-caused, but the specific cause is still under investigation.[1]

Containment

By May 24, 2021, the Tussock Fire reached 100% containment.[2]

Aftermath

References

"Tussock Fire". InciWeb. Retrieved May 9, 2021.
"National Interagency Coordination Center Incident Management Situation Report Monday, May 24, 2021– 0730 MDT National Preparedness Level 2" (PDF). nifc.gov. May 24, 2021. Retrieved June 16, 2021.

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