Two small wildfires were discovered today on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests (ASNF). Few details are currently available, but the ASNF issued two press releases this afternoon concerning fires in Apache County.
The Antelope Fire is located just a few miles southwest of Vernon. The fire was at about 20 acres at 2:15 this afternoon, with very strong winds. Vernon is on the edge of an area where a red flag warning is in effect — just to the north and east of Vernon.
According to Vernon Fire Chief Dave Niehuis, the Antelope Fire is under control.
"They've got a pretty good handle on it," he said.
Forest Service personnel say no homes are threatened at this time.