I’m told from fire officials that forestry intends to get aerial visuals of the fire at about 5/5:30am, then they’ll brief crews around 6. There’s been a scheduled press briefing for 8 am but hopefully we’ll get updated info before then

Lots of breaking news this AM. We now know 1 suspect is dead, 2 others in custody, and an officer shot but expected to be ok after this situation. It started as calls for car break ins near Honeycutt and Hartman roads

Morning view of #DiamondFire near Scottsdale as seen from ABC15 Arizona Cliff Castle Chopper. High fire danger ramps up around midday for most of Arizona. Update on fire (containment, acreage, plan of attack) later this morning. #azwx #azfire

Residents living in the area near the #DiamondFire should be in "Set" position. (Every resident should be in "Ready" position for emergencies at all times!) Be prepared. #WeCareForYou #readysetgo

UPDATE on #DiamondFire from AZ Dept. Forestry and Fire Management and Scottsdale Fire Department: -2500-3k acres burned -crews “very successful” overnight-established perimeter -same evac order still in place -concern today is heat and wind could cause flare ups -still 0% containment

Help the fire department help protect your home and property from wildfire. youtu.be/Fh0LpSpA4g8

Please be mindful of wildfire danger. Humidity will drop midmorning and the risks of fire increase. Complete any hikes early morning for the next couple of weeks so you don't put yourself in the path of a fire! #WeCareForYou #readysetgo

Maricopa County McDowell Mtn. Park closed. Some City of Scottsdale trails closed also due to fire. Evacs still in place w/increased LEO patrols. Approx. 300 personnel assigned, incl. hand crews, engines & aircraft. For more information: inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-infor… #AZFire #AZForestry

Diamond Fire Shelter Status Change Cactus Shadows H. S. transitioning from shelter to heat relief station open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. until further notice. Information will continue to be available 24 hrs/day at Cactus Shadow H.S. Information at Maricopa.gov

UPDATE: Fire officials say the Diamond Fire in north Scottsdale was human-caused. The fire sparked Tuesday and burned 2,500 acres forcing more than 1,000 people to evacuate. abc15.com/news/region-no…

#DiamondFire determined to be human-caused & is currently under investigation w/#AZForestry & Scottsdale Fire Department. Due to the ongoing & active investigation - we we will not be releasing information on the ignition source at this time. #AZFire #AZForestry

UPDATE on the #DiamondFire ⬇️

Great news - as of 7pm, evacuations have been lifted on the #DiamondFire. Residents in the area, please use caution as crews continue to work. Engines to patrol the perimeter overnight. Please do not enter the burn area. #AZFire #AZForestry #MaricopaCounty

THURS AM UPDATE on #DiamondFire ⬇️

Police say the man tried running from police and pulled out what later was found to be a “replica firearm” - that could mean something like a BB or pellet gun, but NOT a real firearm. That’s when 2 officers shot him. No one else was hurt.

Containment increase on #DiamondFire now at 60% & still sitting at 1,960 acres. Crews remains engaged securing any remaining heat along the edges. Some resources released to prepo for any new starts. Loc. North Scottsdale 📷Maricopa County Parks #AZFire #AZForestry #MaricopaCounty