As the Woods Fire continues to smolder in the region east of the Village of Oak Creek and south of Jacks Canyon Road, Yavapai County Sheriff's Office (YCSO) assures the community that no structures are currently threatened. Firefighting efforts have been ongoing, with personnel tirelessly working to contain the blaze.
The fire prompted YCSO to issue a SET message, urging residents of the Village of Oak Creek east of 179—including Jacks Canyon Road and Pine Valley—to prepare for possible evacuation by gathering important documents, medications, and personal belongings. The situation has since stabilized, with no immediate threat to homes or road closures, though caution is still advised near firefighting operations.
In an update issued yesterday, the YCSO detailed the fire's status: "The Woods Fire is threatening your area. You should prepared to evacuate on short notice." While the message was dire, efforts by the US Forest Service have proven effective, as they have informed YCSO that the fire's progress has slowed, and that a retardant line has been established to prevent further spread.
For the latest updates, the YCSO advises people to refer to the U.S. Forest Service - Coconino National Forest. In preparation for emergencies like this, residents can sign up for notifications via Genasys at protect.genasys.com by entering their address to find their zone. Alternatively, for Everbridge alerts, texting the phrase alertYAVAPAI to 888777 will provide instructions on how to obtain vital updates.
