TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Tucson Fire Department crews responded to a brush fire near Valencia and Old Vail Road on Sunday, June 11.
TFD says the fire broke out in a mobile home in the desert, eventually spreading over 60 acres.
The mobile home was next to large trees and vegetation, causing the fire to spread quickly.
Tucson Fire requested aid from Rural Metro, Davis Monthan AFB, and the Department of Forestry and Fire Management.
Two 10-person hand crews were sent in immediately. Around 50 firefighters total initially worked to keep the fire under control.
Crews were able to get the flames under control before they spread any further. Tucson Police helped control traffic in the area.
Fire fighters remained on the scene overnight into Monday, putting out any lingering hot spots.
