The Prescott National Forest and Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management responded at 3 p.m., Monday Feb. 10, to a wildfire south of Mayer, near Pine Flats off Forest Road 67 for a 400-acre wildfire.

The Prescott Hot Shots, several Engines, and a Type 2 crew are on scene and have begun suppression efforts. The Brady Fire isburning brush and grass. Smoke can be seen from surrounding communities including Prescott, Chino Valley, Prescott Valley, Crown King and possibly the Verde Valley. Additional resources have been ordered including air support.

An approaching storm will deliver gusty southwest winds the next couple of days. There is a chance for increased moisture Tuesday to Wednesday; with a possible chance of snow showers on Wednesday, but the forecast is for little to no accumulation.

Firefighters will be using a full suppression strategy to achieve 100 percent containment of the Brady Fire. The cause of the Brady Fire is under investigation.

For the health and safety of firefighters and residents, please avoid the area around the Brady Fire. For current information, call Yavapai County Sheriff’s at (928) 771-3260. For information call Ansgar Mitchell, at (928) 713-6349 between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or follow the Prescott National Forest on Facebook and Twitter.