State Route 87 northbound is closed near Fountain Hills at milepost 209, approximately 19 miles north of the town, due to a brush fire. The southbound lanes remain open. No estimated reopening time has been provided.
Motorists traveling in the area should expect delays and use an alternate route. The closure affects drivers throughout the Phoenix metro and Maricopa County region. For real-time updates, check AZ511 at az511.gov.
Source: ADOT 511 Traffic Alerts
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- ADOT 511 Traffic Alerts retrieved 01/07/2026 17:43
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