Crews continue to battle the Bronco Fire in the Tonto National Forest, which has burned nearly 100 acres and reached 50% containment amid challenging overnight winds.

Winds and dry conditions are driving up fire risk, leading to new restrictions across Arizona. Officials urge caution.

Fire managers report increased wildfire activity as the weather continues to get hotter and drier, officials say.

Arizona forestry crews are battling an uncontrolled fire west of Phoenix, fueled by salt cedar vegetation that is sending large plumes of smoke across the area. The Hazen Fire started Saturday in salt cedar along the Gila River east of State Highway 85 near Buckeye.

A wildfire burning north of Phoenix has forced some area Arizona residents to evacuate as crews work to contain it. The blaze, which has been dubbed the Jones Fire, erupted along the Hassayampa River in Wickenburg,

Forecasts call for hot, dry and windy conditions in an already challenging Arizona wildfire season. Officials have imposed fire restrictions.

"It's hard because you need to start again."

The house fire is near 59th Avenue and Thomas Road.