Governor Doug Ducey declared this week, March 28 - April 3, Wildfire Awareness Week in Arizona to highlight wildfire prevention and preparedness and to encourage responsible fire management. “Wildfire season is here, and it’s up to all of us to make responsible decisions that will protect our … [Read more...] about Arizona Declares Wildfire Awareness Week
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Reducing the Risk of Wildfire with Forest Restoration Efforts
With the Museum Fire threatening East Flagstaff and the Timberline areas as this article is being written, it reminds us of the ever-increasing threat of catastrophic wildfire and post-wildfire flooding. Coconino County has created a Forest Restoration Initiative in recognition that the most … [Read more...] about Reducing the Risk of Wildfire with Forest Restoration Efforts
APS Focusing on Wildfire Planning to Keep Communities Safe
Having lived in Flagstaff for more than 40 years, I know there are some things you can count on as spring comes to the high country: wind, weather that changes in the blink of an eye, the return of the elk and deer along the highways and freezing at Little League games (did I mention the wind?). … [Read more...] about APS Focusing on Wildfire Planning to Keep Communities Safe
Understanding Emergency Management During Fire Season
As summer heats up in Coconino County, our residents and visitors alike are reminded that living and recreating amongst such unspoiled wilderness comes with risk and responsibility. Recent wildfires throughout the state illustrate the extreme risk of irresponsible fire behavior and the … [Read more...] about Understanding Emergency Management During Fire Season
Navajo Gaming Breaks Ground on Twin Arrows Police, Fire Substation
The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise (Navajo Gaming) has officially broken ground on the Twin Arrows Police and Fire Substation, which is expected to provide critical public safety resources as the Twin Arrows area continues to grow. The new facility will also serve remote areas of the Navajo Nation … [Read more...] about Navajo Gaming Breaks Ground on Twin Arrows Police, Fire Substation
Officials Warning People to be Careful with Fire
A human-caused forest fire began about noon yesterday in Kendrick Park off of Highway 180 north of Flagstaff and spread to 47 acres before firefighters contained the fire last night. The Buffalo Fire started from an individual dumping hot ashes from a woodstove in the forest, and the dry … [Read more...] about Officials Warning People to be Careful with Fire
Fire Restrictions Underway
The City of Flagstaff would like to remind our residents and visitors that the Coconino National Forest, Coconino County and the City all have campfire and smoking restrictions in place. The City of Flagstaff’s restrictions include a ban on all fire pits and other open flame devises … [Read more...] about Fire Restrictions Underway
Largest Firefighting Deployment in AZ History
While Arizona firefighters from multiple agencies responded to major wildland fires, such as the Wallow, Horseshoe 2 and Monument blazes, the Arizona State Forestry Division provided valuable support to mobilize more than 100 responding fire departments from cities, rural fire districts, and … [Read more...] about Largest Firefighting Deployment in AZ History