'Pocket Fire' Burns over 6,000 Acres Near Sedona, Evacuation Orders Downgraded

Pocket Fire grows; SAVE America Act controversy

A growing wildfire near Sedona has burned over 11,000 acres, prompting voluntary evacuations for some residents. Also,  LiveNOW’s Mike Pache breaks down the SAVE America Act -- what it would do, and why it’s generating debate.

'Pocket Fire' burns over 6,000 acres near Sedona, evacuation orders downgraded

Fire officials say the Pocket Fire, a wildfire near Sedona, began around 5 p.m. on June 19.A week after the fire started, the fire had reached 6,015 acres and remained at 0% containment.Oak Creek Canyon, between Sedona and Forest Highlands, is under a SET evacuation order but is open only to residents who can prove their identity and residency.The Coconino County Sheriffs Office has added Kachina Village and Forest Highlands to the SET evacuatio…

Pocket Fire north of Sedona surges to 6K acres, 0% contained

The Pocket Fire near Sedona has grown to 6,016 acres, prompting new evacuation warnings for nearby communities. What to know.

Pocket Fire at 11,192 acres, evacuation areas expanded

SEDONA — The Pocket Fire is burning at 11,192 acres as of the morning of Monday, June 29. The National Weather Service extended its Red Flag Warning until 7 p.m. today.