06/05/2026
The Benton Fire is currently active on the east side of Santa Cruz County near the United States–Mexico border.
The Santa Cruz County Office of Emergency Management is actively coordinating with local, state, federal, and international partners in both the United States and Mexico to monitor the situation and ensure timely information sharing. Agencies are working closely together to assess conditions and maintain situational awareness as the incident develops.
At this time, residents are encouraged to remain aware of changing conditions and follow official sources for updates. Emergency Management will continue to provide information to the public as it becomes available.
To receive emergency notifications, alerts, and important updates directly to your phone or email, we strongly encourage all residents to sign up for public alerts using the link provided below. Or follow the Emergency Management Instagram page at sccemergencymanagement.
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts:
https://entry.inspironlogistics.com/santacruz_az/wens.cfm
Additional information will be released as conditions change and verified updates become available.