Emergency Bulletins

With Watch Fire at 100%, all areas are now in "Ready" status

7/18/2024 - 11:34 am

Heavy fuels well within the containment lines of the Watch Fire will continue to smoke as unburned materials are consumed. There is no threat to containment and crews will continue to monitor the fire. All areas that were in “SET” (be alert) status have been moved to “READY” (be prepared.) Although the Watch Fire is 100 percent contained, the hot, dry conditions mean fire danger is still extremely high. Residents should always be “READY” to evacuate in the event of emergencies.

To learn more about "Ready, Set, Go!, visit the Arizona Emergency Information Network visit: ...

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Weather Cooperates for Successful Day on the Buckhorn Fire

7/18/2024 - 10:44 am

Yesterday, crews on the Buckhorn Fire completed removing vegetation along the 2034 Road. Work along the 2030 Road is roughly two-thirds complete. Firefighters also did defensive burning operations along the 2035 Road and made good progress due to warm, dry weather conditions and favorable winds. Firefighters were also scouting along the ridges for a “backup” fire line, known as an “contingency line” to the northeast. Today, as weather permits, crews will continue defensive burning to the east and south along the 2030 Road and complete defensive burns along the 2035 Road. Dozers will work...

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Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issues an Ozone High Pollution Advisory July 18-19

7/18/2024 - 8:16 am

Maricopa County Air Quality | Arizona Department of Environmental Quality | ozone high pollution advisory | take action | clean air make more

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory (HPA) for Thursday, July 18 and Friday, July 19.

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Drive less, carpool, use public transit, or telecommute. For information on transportation alternatives, visit ShareTheRide.com.
Fuel your vehicle after dark or during cooler evening hours.
Reduce wait time in long drive-thru lines. Park your vehicle and walk inside at coffee shops, fast-food restaurants, curbside pick-up, and banks.
Use low-VOCs (volatile organic compounds) or...

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Arizona Forestry starting Wildfire Risk Reduction project in Williamson Valley

7/18/2024 - 8:09 am

Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management | Williamson Valley | Prescott | Granite Oaks project | risk reduction

Starting the week of August 12, the Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) begins a 263-acre fuels reduction project located 9 miles northwest of Prescott and 2 ½ miles southeast of the community of Williamson in Yavapai County. The Granite Oaks project takes place on State Trust land as part of the department’s prioritized community protection through hazardous fuels reduction.

The goal of the Granite Oaks project is to reduce the connectivity of dense and hazardous fuels within the wildland urban interface through mastication work. Masticators are heavy pieces of...

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Watch Fire now at 100% Containment

7/17/2024 - 10:26 am

Yesterday, the final piece of containment line was secured around the Watch Fire bringing the total containment to 100 percent. Firefighters will continue to patrol and monitor around structures and the fire perimeter today. Smoke may still be visible occasionally within the containment lines.

Residents are asked to avoid burned structures due to hazardous materials that may have long term health effects.

Weather: The Watch Fire is expected to see temperatures around 100-105 degrees in lower elevations with light west/southwest winds between 5-15 mph and gusts...

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