A new wildfire was reported 15 miles southeast of Benson and forced evacuations on Wednesday.
The Slavin Fire has burned an estimated 120 acres and 80 percent contained.
Lightning is the suspected cause.
Cochise County evacuated 12 residents in the Dragoon Ranch Estates. They have been allowed back to their homes.
One vacant structure was destroyed. No injuries were reported.
#SlavinFire 50 acres - est. 15 miles SE Benson. Evacs ordered @CochiseCounty 4 Dragoon Ranch Estates. Xtra crews and aircraft en route.
— AZ State Forestry (@azstateforestry) May 30, 2017
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