Flagstaff Justice Court Judge Howard Grodman will hold Night Court proceedings from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 19 at the Coconino County Courthouse at 200 N. San Francisco Street in Flagstaff. Individuals who have Flagstaff Justice Court business that they wish to take care of are encouraged to attend. To be able to see the judge, you must check in with the court by 8:30 p.m. June 19. This initiative led by Judge Grodman is meant to provide services to those who are … [Read more...] about Justice of the Peace Holding Night Court
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Fire Restrictions Stage 2 in Place for Region
The City of Flagstaff is joining the U.S. Forest Service and implementing Stage II fire restrictions Friday. The following is a statement released today from the Northern Arizona forest operations. Due to increasing fire danger, the Coconino and Kaibab National Forests will implement Stage II fire restrictions effective Friday (5/30) at 8 a.m. On the Kaibab National Forest, restrictions will apply only to the Williams and Tusayan Ranger Districts. Fire restrictions will not yet … [Read more...] about Fire Restrictions Stage 2 in Place for Region
Meeting For Oak Creek Residents Tonight
Coconino County will hold a community meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 28 at Red Rock High School in Sedona to discuss procedures for residents and business owners to re-enter their properties in Oak Creek Canyon. Red Rock High School is located at 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road in Sedona. Several residents and businesses in the Canyon along US 89A, between mile post 381 north to Forest Highlands subdivision, remain under a mandatory-evacuation order since the Slide Fire broke out … [Read more...] about Meeting For Oak Creek Residents Tonight
Crews Making Progress on Slide Fire
The Slide Fire is 55% contained today, and has burned more than 21,000 acres. The evacuation order for residents of Oak Creek Canyon has been lifted, and people are being allowed to return to their homes. The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office lifted its pre-evacuation warning for residents impacted by the Slide Fire in Kachina Village and Forest Highlands subdivisions south of Flagstaff. Mandatory evacuations remain in place in Oak Creek Canyon from Slide Rock State Park to Sterling Springs … [Read more...] about Crews Making Progress on Slide Fire
Volunteers and Financial Support Needed for Fire
The Slide Fire Incident Management Team (IMT), Coconino County and multiple other agencies are encouraging the public and businesses wishing to support efforts to battle the fire to make financial donations or volunteer at local non-profit organizations. IMT and all agencies involved with the Slide Fire express their sincere appreciation for donations of material items (food, water, socks, etc.), which were received in support of firefighters and impacted community … [Read more...] about Volunteers and Financial Support Needed for Fire
Evacuation Order Being Lifted Monday
Dependent on fire activity, the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) expects to lift its pre-evacuation warning for residents impacted by the Slide Fire in the Kachina Village and Forest Highlands subdivisions atnoon Monday, May 26. The pre-evacuation warning was issued Wednesday and asked residents to prepare for possible evacuation. Mandatory evacuations remain in place in Oak Creek Canyon from Slide Rock State Park to Sterling Springs Hatchery. CCSO’s … [Read more...] about Evacuation Order Being Lifted Monday
Slide Fire’s Frequently Asked Questions
SATURDAY AFTERNOON UPDATE : Fire officials say the Slide Fire has reached nearly 11,000 acres and as many as 1000 firefighters are working the blaze this weekend. Last night crews performed firing operations along the north side of the fire to remove fuel along a power line which supplies electricity to Flagstaff. Night time firing operations were especially effective because lower temperatures, higher humidity, and calmer wind moderated fire behavior. Much of the terrain in … [Read more...] about Slide Fire’s Frequently Asked Questions
Most Residents Remain in Pre-evacuation Status
As smoke continues to fill the sky over Flagstaff from the Slide Fire in Oak Creek Canyon, some residents are packing their belongings and preparing for possible evacuation. One estimate on the fire size puts it at about 7500 acres. The blaze has moved into the Pumphouse Wash area, but the fire has been contained to the western side of 89A, which is good for residents of Kachina Village and Flagstaff. Approximately 300 homes and structures are threatened in the canyon area, but officials … [Read more...] about Most Residents Remain in Pre-evacuation Status
Volunteers Needed to Help With Fire Victims
The American Red Cross is continually looking for new volunteers. Currently the American Red Cross is fully staffed for the Slide Fire disaster response through the end of the week. However, new volunteers may be called upon to assist with the response after that time, and they will also be available for other responses throughout the wildfire season. For information contact [email protected] The Red Cross has opened a shelter at Sinagua Middle School, 3950 E. Butler Ave. in … [Read more...] about Volunteers Needed to Help With Fire Victims
One Less Spark = One Less Wildfire
One Less Spark One Less Wildfire. That’s the name of an interagency campaign that the Arizona Department of Transportation will participate in to raise driver awareness of their role in preventing wildfires. The “One Less Spark One Less Wildfire” awareness campaign was started by the U.S. Forest Service and other land management agencies in California in 2012. The campaign focuses on the role drivers and home owners play in helping to prevent wildfires. The campaign … [Read more...] about One Less Spark = One Less Wildfire