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Raging wildfires force evacuations near Flagstaff

Published:Monday | June 21, 2010 | 1:00 PM

Two raging wildfires have threatened the Arizona city of Flagstaff and forced people from their homes.



Hundreds of firefighters have been battling the blazes, the larger of which has burned more than 3,000 acres.



It is unclear how many residents have left their homes. No serious injuries or property damage have been reported.



A man was arrested in connection with the smaller fire, after police say he had left behind hot coals in a campfire.



The cause of the larger fire was unknown, but officials say it had been spread by strong winds up to 50 miles per hour.