Simmons Fire Forces Evacuations and Threatens Key Infrastructure in Kearny, Arizona

The wildfire has burned 475 acres with zero containment, affecting over 180 residents and critical facilities.

Two structures have been destroyed and more than 50 others are at risk.
Mandatory evacuations have been ordered for the Riverside neighborhood.
The fire threatens a water treatment plant, copper mine, school district office, and railroad line.
State Route 177 has been closed with no estimated time for reopening.
Federal funds have been approved to aid in combating the fire.