Firefighters battle a 45-acre brush fire near Payson, Arizona, visible from State Route 260.

A brush fire called the Horton Fire is being fought near Payson, Arizona, spanning about 45 acres. The fire, which started near Horton Creek Trail, has spread into the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest and can be seen from State Route 260. Firefighters from Tonto and Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests are working to contain it. Officials urge the public to ensure campfires are fully extinguished, especially in dry conditions.

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