Tussock Fire

Tussock Fire
Part of the 2021 Arizona wildfires
Aerial photo of smoke rising from the Tussock Fire
Date
  • May 8, 2021 – May 24, 2021
LocationWickenburg, Arizona
Coordinates34°05′46″N 112°25′23″W / 34.096°N 112.423°W / 34.096; -112.423
Statistics
Burned area5,546 acres (2,244 ha)
Ignition
CauseUnder investigation
Map
Tussock Fire is located in Arizona
Tussock Fire
Location within Arizona

The Tussock Fire was a wildfire that started near the town of Wickenburg, Arizona on May 8, 2021. The fire burned 5,546 acres (2,244 ha) and is 100% contained.

Development

May

The Tussock Fire was first reported on May 8, 2021, at around 2pm MST. The fire is believed to be human-caused, but the specific cause is still under investigation.

Containment

By May 24, 2021, the Tussock Fire reached 100% containment.

Aftermath

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Tussock Fire". InciWeb. Retrieved May 9, 2021.
  2. ↑ "National Interagency Coordination Center Incident Management Situation Report Monday, May 24, 2021– 0730 MDT National Preparedness Level 2" (PDF). nifc.gov. May 24, 2021. Retrieved June 16, 2021.