Due to the Rafael Fire, all areas south of 1-40, west of I-17, including University Heights, Kachina Village, Forest Highlands, Pine Dell, and Woody Mountain Road are now in SET status. Begin preparing for possible GO order to EVACUATE.
THIS IS NOT AN EVAC NOTIFICATION.
April 17-25 is National Park Week! Coconino County is fortunate to have the Grand Canyon National Park in its own backyard. Get out and safely enjoy the National Parks this week and every week!
Today we remember and honor the Navajo Code Talkers, who used the Diné language to send secret communications on the battlefield in the Pacific Theater of World War II.
Their code was never broken.
Ahéhee'
The City of
#Sedona
has issued the following emergency notification:
EVACUATE THESE AREAS NOW
For residents who live on these roads:
Trails End Rd, Trails End Ln, Blackhawk Ln,
Newcastle Ln, Oak Creek Mobillodge,
Copper Cliffs Dr, Copper Cliffs Ln, Sycamore Rd,
The Villas
#museumfire
update: An evacuation notice has been issued for recreational areas of Forest Rd. 420 to Hwy 89 (Mount Elden Lookout) and Schultz Pass Rd. to private land. A pre-evacuation notice has also been issued for the area of Forest Rd. 420 to Friedlein Prairie.
From City of
#Sedona
:
EVACUATE THESE AREAS NOW
For residents who live on these roads/areas:
Trails End Rd, Trails End Ln, Blackhawk Ln, Newcastle Ln, Oak Creek Mobilodge, Copper Cliffs Dr, Copper Cliffs Ln, Sycamore Rd, the Villas at Poco Diablo Resort, Center for the New Age,
Here is a map of the evacuation area currently in GO status and ordered to EVACUATE by the Coconino Sheriff's Office: Shultz Pass Road (FS420), FS 557, FS 576, FS 522, FS 556, and Arizona Snowbowl. EVACUATE the area immediately .
This week representatives from
@CoconinoCounty
were pleased to meet with US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Deputy Assistant Secretary for Tribal Affairs Arlando Teller at a leadership roundtable on the Navajo Nation.
As a reminder this morning on the
#museumfire
- please don't fly drones! If you fly, they can't, which will put lives at risk! Further updates will be available as we receive them.
@CoconinoNF
Coconino County, is expanding vaccinations to include Phase 1c individuals and those aged 35 and older effective immediately. There are vaccine appointments available immediately.
To register for a vaccine appointment please visit
*NOTICE*
#RafaelFire
Per the Coconino County Sheriff's Office:
Areas around Sycamore Canyon and areas SOUTH of Forest Service Road 535 off Forest Service Road 231 are in GO status.
EVACUATE NOW due to wildfire activity in the area.
The fire in Doney Park from last night has flamed up this morning. Large smoke visible.
@coconinoem
and fire crews are on scene to address fire. Homes in the immediate area of Burris Lane and Pine County Lane are being evacuated.
#Museumfire
update: The following areas and neighborhoods have been added to the “Set” stage: W of Hwy of 89 from Railhead north to Townsend-Winona, including the KOA, Christmas Tree Estates and the U.S. Forest Service Peaks Ranger Station Office.
***ROAD CLOSURE***
The Levee at lower Lake Mary has breached.
Please stay away from Forest Service Road 296 and and 296B. Multiple agencies are on scene assessing the situation.
Urgent from the
@coconinonf
:
The Coconino National Forest’s Flagstaff Ranger District (FRD) has issued a closure order for a portion of Lower Lake Mary’s west side due to a leaking levee.
The closure has been issued as a precaution due to visible leaks in the levee.
“The safety
Due to wildfire in the area, the Happy Jack Lodge, Clear Creek Pines 1 and 2, Mahan Park, Poor Farm, and Fisher Properties are in SET stage. Prepare for possible GO evacuation order.
This is considered a pre-evacuation notification.
After several letters, emails and statements from the Coconino County Board of Supervisors and
@CoconinoHHS
officials, the
@NatlParkService
closed
@GrandCanyonNPS
due to
#COVID19
today. Thank you for making this decision for the health and safety of CC residents & visitors.
The secret's out, we've been testing
@Starlink
's mobile units right here in
@CoconinoCounty
on school buses that travel rural routes from Flagstaff and Page.
You can read more about this successful test here:
Our snow plow crews have been hard at work today! The County currently has 17 graders, 12 snow plow trucks, the Bellemont salt truck, and two loaders in operation. Crews will work through Friday for removal and clean up. Thank you to our team for working to keep roads clear!
Residents should be in a READY status at all times, prepared and monitoring the situation. SET status means to be prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice and there is danger in the area. GO means evacuate now.
🟥= READY
🟨=SET
🟩= GO/EVACUATE
Don't forget emergency go kit!
We want to take a moment to thank our healthcare staff at the Fort Tuthill vaccination site who, rain or shine (or snow!) are diligently working to ensure every person is cared for- THANK YOU! ❤️
Smoke from the Rafael and Snake Fires continue to affect several communities in the southern part of Coconino County including areas south of 1-40 and west of I-17. When smoke levels are high, the appropriate protective measures should be followed.
We want to take a moment to thank every first responder, community volunteer, county employee, and organization that has come together to help those impacted by the
#TunnelFire
.
Thank you for being on the front line, rallying donations, and being there for one another.
"We are fortunate that we have so many people on the Incident Management Team who are from this community, from Flagstaff. They are going to treat this incident like they’re protecting their home because they are." -Chief Gaillard, Flagstaff Fire at today's Rafael Fire Briefing.
A huge thanks to hundreds of residents and volunteers who helped clear debris from drainages and roadways. So far, crews from the City of Flagstaff and Coconino County have already removed over 200 tons of debris!
Thank you to all those who helped to keep residents' animals and livestock safe as they evacuated from the Tunnel Fire.
For information on sheltering pets and large animals:
If you are under evacuation order due to the Tunnel Fire:
Household animals to Coconino Humane Association: 3501 E Butler Ave, Flagstaff
Horses, goats, sheep, pigs, and chickens to the Ft Tuthill County Stables. The stables are self-service. Bring cages for smaller livestock.
Reports are coming in of scam calls to residents to evacuate their homes.
@CoconinoSheriff
confirms that they are NOT calling any resident to evacuate. All current evacuation areas are in green (for GO) in map. Please report these scam calls to 774-4523, Sheriff's Non-Emergency #
The
@CoconinoCounty
Sheriff’s Office is continuing its Search for Missing person Chelsea Grimm. The Sheriff’s Office is releasing the most recent Photos taken by Ms. Grimm, of herself and her bearded dragon pet, “Roz” or “Roxy”. The photos show the shirt she was last wearing,
Curious what the water flow looks like coming down from the Museum Fire burn scar? View real-time photos from four cameras that are placed along key points in the drainage on the Museum Fire Flow Conditions page at
FOOD AVAILABLE
Impacted by the Tunnel Fire?
Come get boxed lunches beginning at 12:30 pm today, April 22.
Community Assistance Center
The Guidance Center
2695 E Industrial Dr, Flagstaff/or access via 2187 N Vickey St, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | STAGE 1 FIRE RESTRICTIONS BEGIN THURSDAY JUNE 29 2023 8:00AM
With the potential for continued warm, dry, and windy conditions throughout Northern Arizona in the coming days, both the Coconino National Forest and the Kaibab National Forest – Williams
All areas of Timberline (S of Brandis to Elden Springs Road) and all of Doney Park are now in 🟡SET🟡 status due to the
#PipelineFire
. Make preparations now and be prepared to evacuate, if ordered.
We are aware of the Pipeline Fire and are closely monitoring the situation. Those in the 🚧 WEST SCHULTZ PASS ROAD AREA - FS420, FS557, FS576, FS522,FS556, and Arizona Snowbowl 🚧 are in GO status due to wildfire and ordered to evacuate the area by the
@CoconinoSheriff
.
We are excited to share a new tool developed by
@CoconinoCounty
IT Department - A 3D Web Viewer with publicly available data on the
#PipelineFire
and
#HaywireFire
. You can access the viewer here:
Thank you to our snow plow crews for their hard work during this snowy holiday season. The County only plows County-maintained roads (no city/town streets or state highways) and focuses on clearing arterial roads first, moving to other roads based on geography and traffic volume.
The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office has announced a “GO” notification for all residents in Garland Prairie South. Finish gathering necessary items and leave the area immediately. More:
Smoke from the Rafael & Snake fires continue to affect several communities in Coconino County. It is important to monitor your symptoms when wildfire smoke is present. Typical symptoms of exposure include burning eyes, runny nose, scratchy throat, headaches, dizziness and nausea
⚠️ SHELTER IN PLACE NOW ⚠️
Flash flooding expected in Museum Fire Flood Area - Mt. Elden Estates, Paradise, Grandview, Sunnyside. Shelter in place now. If outdoors, seek high ground now.
The power of rainfall on the Museum Fire burn scar & the water flows shows during Friday's monsoon in Mt. Elden Estates.
Learn more about the Museum Fire Flood Area, see the rain gauges & sign-up for emergency alerts at
Thx Rob for the vid!
If you are displaced due and wish to stay in your RV or car, Flagstaff Sheltering Services can help. They will allow you to park your vehicle and remain in it. They are open 24/7, and have bathrooms, showers, and food available. Go to FSS at 4185 E Huntington Drive, Flagstaff.
Current evacuation status map ⚠
There are currently three areas on SET status and four areas on GO status.
To follow evacuation status for the
#PipelineFire
and
#HaywireFire
, please visit the interactive map:
#Museumfire
Go EVAC Update: The
@CoconinoSheriff
has issued an evacuation order effective at 6 p.m. until further notice for all persons living, working and accessing a home from Mount Elden Lookout Road. Residents east of Weatherford Rd with access on Mount Elden Lookout Rd.
The Coconino County Sheriff's Office and Coconino County Emergency Management (
@coconinoem
) are monitoring flooding in
#Tusayan
and near Grand Canyon. Resources are en route to Tusayan. We will continue to update as information is available.
Thanks to crews at the Doney Park area fire tonight. Quick action knocked the fire down! Fire is 1-2 acres, crews will be on scene for mop-up for some time tonight.
⚠️ TUNNEL FIRE EVACUATION UPDATE ⚠️
The Tunnel Fire is impacting the Timberline Area outside of Flagstaff.
This area is on GO, EVACUATE NOW notice:
- East and West sides of 89, from Campbell to Sunset Crater
In honor of the 19 Granite Mountain Hotshots who lost their lives protecting fellow Arizonans from the Yarnell Hill Fire in 2013, Coconino County will join the state in lowering flags to half-staff until sunset on June 30.
Coconino County continues to be busy at our COVID-19 vaccination site! We asked some of the many healthcare workers about their motivation to get the vaccine. See the photos for more of their answers.
If you are under evacuation order (in GO status) due to the Tunnel Fire in the Timberline area, you can take your household pets and large animals to the Coconino Humane Assn. 3501 E Butler Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
DO NOT TAKE HOUSEHOLD PETS TO HIGH COUNTRY HUMANE
***UPDATE***
@CoconinoCounty
Sheriff's deputies have located the girls safe in Doney Park.
Hanna and Emma Stratman were last seen at their family home in the area of Doney Park after going to bed. Both girls were discovered missing early this morning and possibly left with a
@CoconinoCounty
Public Works crews have been on duty 24/7 since the first flake of this new series of storms and will keep working full-time to stay ahead of the next round of snow!
⚠️WEATHER UPDATE⚠️
US National Weather Service Flagstaff Arizona forecasts rain, possibility of localized flooding beginning Saturday 5/13.
The
@NWSFlagstaff
(NWS) office has forecasted an “unsettled” weather pattern that includes a minor chance of thunderstorms and localized
It's been quite a day in
@CoconinoCounty
, first with a visit from President Biden to dedicate the new Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument.
Then,
@SenatorSinema
visited us in
#Flagstaff
to discuss successful Federal grants benefitting
@FLGMountainLine
and
As the weekend approaches, remember that Coconino County is in Stage 3 Fire Restrictions, which prohibits the use of fireworks, campfires and open fires. Instead, celebrate with food & drinks, glow sticks, water balloons, and silly string! Stay Safe and Have Fun this 4th of July!
We will provide hay and other supplies to evacuees of the Tunnel Fire at the Horsemen’s Lodge located just north of Flagstaff, AZ on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 7:00 a.m. (MST)/8:00 a.m. (Navajo Nation time). Ahe’hee’
Kachina Village & Garland Prairie residents– Coconino County Sheriff Office volunteers will be going door-to-door to share info on the Ready/Set/Go Evacuation System & how to register for Emergency Notifications. Updated fire information: .
Significant snowfall and resulting snow loads have caused several roofs to collapse within the Flagstaff area recently. Coconino County and our municipal partners are encouraging residents to check structures for signs of damage or stress.
Looking for resources related to the Pipeline Fire? Visit our website . You can find maps of evacuation areas and the fire, assistance information, and links to important resources. ⛑️
Coconino County is currently in Stage Three Fire Restrictions due to extreme fire danger and stress on firefighting resources. Coconino County will now allow the use of ALL LIQUID FUEL OUTDOOR GRILLS WITH AN ON/OFF SWITCH at private residences.
Impacted by the
#TunnelFire
?
Food is available for dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens. Cat littler is also available.
Coconino Humane Association
3501 E. Butler Avenue
Flagstaff, AZ, 86004
Sunday, April 24 | 10:30 am to 3:00 pm
Mon and Tue, April 25 & 26 | 10:30 am to 5:00 pm
Here's a map of the area 🚧east of Shultz Pass Road, North of Highway 180, including Mt. Elden Estates off FS 556 🚧 currently ordered into SET status by the Coconino County Sheriff's Office. Be prepared to evacuate at a moment's notice!
The County established a drive-up
#COVID19
specimen collection facility at Ft Tuthill. The site will be available for swab testing from noon – 4 p.m. on March 16. March 17, hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
An order from a medical provider is required for testing.
#Museumfire
Go EVAC Update: The
@CoconinoSheriff
has issued an evacuation order effective at 6 p.m. until further notice for all persons living, working and accessing a home from Mount Elden Lookout Road. Residents east of Weatherford Rd with access on Mount Elden Lookout Rd.
Good morning! Several inches of snow fell overnight and will continue through mid-morning today, then we can expect scattered showers. While
@CoconinoCounty
Public Works and
@CoconinoSheriff
report roads are manageable, please use extreme caution if you must commute or travel.
Current evacuation status map. There are currently two areas on SET status:
🟡 Doney Park
🟡 Mount Elden Lookout Road/Mount Elden Estates
and two areas on GO status:
🟢 Areas of Schultz Pass Road and Arizona Snowbowl
🟢 Timberline South of Brandis
#Museumfire
update:
The following neighborhoods and areas from “Set” (pre-evacuation) to “Ready” effective immediately: Christmas Tree Estates and all areas north of Railhead west on Hwy 89.
The only area that remains in “Set” due to the Museum fire is Mt. Elden Estates.
Last week,
@forestservice
announced $3.5 million to Coconino County's Flood Control District for on-forest watershed restoration measures. Thank you
@SenatorSinema
,
@SenMarkKelly
,
@RepOHalleran
, USFS, & all those who participated in securing this critical funding.
On 08/21/2024 at approximately 6:15 PM CCSO deputies and the Search and Rescue unit responded to a report of a missing 8 year old boy who became separated from his family at the Lava River Caves northwest of Flagstaff. The child was last seen on foot near the cave entrance.
Coconino County is offering a Community Assistance Center for those impacted by the Tunnel Fire.. Visit us in-person at 2695 E Industrial Dr, Flagstaff/or access via 2187 N Vickey St, Flagstaff, AZ 86004 or online:
From Coconino County Sheriff's Office and Coconino County Emergency Management:
Due to wildfire on Camp Navajo Army Depot, following areas are placed in 🟨SET🟨 status:
- Zone 105 - A-1 Ranch,
- Zone 106 - Bellemont North
- Zone 107 - Village Camp
- Zone 108 - Bellemont
Each year on August 14th, National Navajo Code Talkers Day honors the contributions of Indigenous peoples who brought their unique abilities to the World War II effort. The holiday honors all the tribes associated with the war effort.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Flooding Impacts Communities of Tusayan
and Grand Canyon Village
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — A significant rainfall event has impacted the Coconino Wash east of the Town of
#Tusayan
, just south of the entrance to Grand Canyon National
Our friends at
@NWSFlagstaff
are predicting the upcoming series of winter storms to be more impactful than anything previous. The heavy snow combined with extreme winds will create very dangerous travel conditions throughout
@CoconinoCounty
for the next few days.
Lake Mary Road is closed due to blowing snow, low visibility, and hazardous driving conditions. Reopening is unknown at this time. For emergency assistance, dial 911. Helpful follows:
@NWSFlagstaff
@ArizonaDOT
@CityofFlagstaff
A local good Samaritan found this unattended fire in the Coconino National Forest over the weekend and put it out.
It is illegal to leave a campfire unattended regardless of the time of year. The campfire needs to be cold to the touch before walking away from it. Even if the ...
If you're not currently under a SET or GO order, you should still be in READY status for an emergency. To stay ready, keep an emergency go kit.
MORE INFO:
An evacuation order for the
#museumfire
is only for the people recreating in the area of Schultz Pass Road and Dry Lake Hills.
(Set)Pre- evac. areas include N. Schultz Pass Rd at Hwy 180, including Elden Lookout Rd. Also for west of Hwy 89 N of Town-Win & S. of Schultz Pass Rd.
Wildfire Response Evening Recap | 6-22-2021
Coconino County Emergency Management (CCEM) activated an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in response to the fires impacting Coconino County. Find a summary of today's activities here:
Members of the Type 1 team w/ the Rafael Fire will be in Flagstaff & its surrounding areas, including the Visitors Center, Heritage Square, and the Sun and Wed Community Markets. They will be there with display boards w/ maps to share info about the fire & answer your questions.
Today, by official proclamation, the
@CoconinoCounty
Board of Supervisors recognized Sheriff Jim Driscoll for receiving the Western States Sheriffs' Association 2023-24 Sheriff of the Year Award and for this almost 50 years of service to the people of
Smoke from wildfires can affect your eyes, respiratory system, heart and more. Consider staying indoors where wildfire smoke is present and stay up to date on fire alerts. For more information visit:
There are currently three areas on 🟡 SET 🟡 status and six areas on 🟢 GO 🟢 status.
To view these areas, please visit our interactive map:
#PipelineFire
#HaywireFire
See a before and after of Bill Williams Mountain Forest Restoration Project ➡️🌲This project aims to reduce the threat of catastrophic wildfire and post-wildfire flooding to keep communities safe. The Bill Williams Project successfully thinned 300 acres of dense standing trees.
Evacuation Order Lifted for Doney Park, McCann Estates, & Silver Saddle Trailer Park. These communities are moved to “SET.” Residents can return to their homes immediately. Timberline and Fernwood areas are still in “GO” status evacuation. More at .