A wildfire that had been burning in a remote part of the Catalina Mountains near Tucson since July 29, reignited on Wednesday and has spread to 500 acres. The flames were visible at night from all areas of town.
A wildfire that had been burning in a remote part of the Catalina Mountains near Tucson since July 29, reignited on Wednesday and has spread to 500 acres. The flames were visible at night from all areas of town.
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No structures threatened by blaze near Pontatoc Canyon.
Smoke could be seen rising over the Catalina Mountains on Wednesday afternoon as the Finger Rock Fire re-ignited near Pontatoc Canyon.
Rain expected Friday should help dampen blaze.
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