Robbins Fire Roars Through 30 Acres South of Buckeye

The fire is not threatening any structures and is being fought by the Arizona Dept. of Forestry and Fire Management.

BUCKEYE, Ariz. — Fire crews are actively battling the Robbins Fire, which began in Buckeye Hills Regional Park, south of Buckeye. According to the Buckeye Fire Department, the fire erupted on August 3.

Initial responders included the Buckeye Fire Department, Arizona Fire Medical, Goodyear Fire, Phoenix Fire, and the Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM). However, control efforts have since been handed over entirely to DFFM.

Although the fire is moving westward, officials confirm that no citizens or structures are currently at risk, and fire activity remains minimal.

“We continue to monitor and manage the situation closely,” stated a representative from the Buckeye Fire Department.

This is a developing story, and updates will follow as new information becomes available.

Residents in wildfire-prone regions are strongly urged to maintain an emergency supply kit, prepared well in advance of any potential evacuations. Such kits should contain essentials like water, ready-to-eat food, and medical supplies.

The National Fire Protection Association advises keeping necessary documents in waterproof containers and storing supplies in portable, easy-to-access containers.

In the event of an evacuation, the Arizona Emergency Information Network utilizes the ‘Ready, Set, Go!’ system. It is crucial for residents to heed these alerts and take timely action.

The ‘Ready’ alert serves as a warning to prepare, the ‘Set’ alert suggests voluntary evacuation, and the ‘Go’ alert mandates immediate evacuation.

Efforts to prevent wildfires are also essential. Recommendations include properly extinguishing campfires, avoiding the use of chainsaws and fireworks during high fire-risk conditions, and ensuring vehicles do not spark fires by maintaining tire pressure and avoiding parking on dry grass.

For home fire prevention, it’s advisable to clear dead leaves from roofs and gutters, repair damaged shingles, and maintain a safe space between trees.

Lastly, the Arizona Fire & Medical Authority suggests that every home should have working smoke alarms and a well-rehearsed family escape plan in case of a fire emergency.