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Arizona's Greer Fire Expands to Over 18,600 Acres as Containment Efforts Intensify

Mandatory evacuations remain in effect for several communities as state and federal resources bolster firefighting operations under challenging weather conditions.

The Greer Fire burns in eastern Arizona on May 15, 2025, in this image taken from Eagar looking southwest toward the Greer Fire.
Wind Advisory and Red Flag Warning - Saturday, May 17
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Wed. 5/14 - Greer Fire PM Update: Fire is 7,052 ac. w/no containment. High winds fueled extreme fire behavior again today.

Overview

  • The Greer Fire in eastern Arizona has burned over 18,600 acres with 0% containment as of May 18, 2025.
  • Evacuation orders are in place for Greer, South Fork, parts of Eagar, and other nearby areas, with shelters open for displaced residents.
  • Governor Katie Hobbs declared a state of emergency for Apache County, releasing $200,000 in state funds and securing FEMA assistance to support firefighting efforts.
  • Firefighters are employing strategic firing operations and aerial suppression, including two Type 1 helicopters, to combat the fire’s rapid spread.
  • Red flag warnings and forecasts of strong winds and low humidity over the weekend pose significant challenges to containment efforts.