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Current RED FLAG WARNINGS, Weather Watches/Warnings, Harardous Weather Outlook forecasts:   Current info is on our blog and Twitter (below).

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Our department provides three methods to inform you of current and urgent warnings realted to our area.
--Twitter feed contains the most current, up-to-the minute information as it becomes available to us. We also "reTweet" information from other agency HCFR feels are relevant for our residents and visitors alike. Be sure to click on the individual feed link to read more details. You can also click on our username (upper left of the Twitter box) to go directly to our public Twitter page for past postings.
--Our blog, which also is set up to post to our Twitter feed, contains more detailed up-to-the-minute information and fire or emergency related links.
--Other fire restrictions within our area and beyond may remain in effect--please check our page with live feeds from Arizona Emergency Bulletin System (EBS) here and at their website here for current or ongoing emergency information.

Remember (for Federal lands): Violation of these restrictions is punishable by a fine of up to $5,000 and imprisonment for up to six months. BE FIREWISE and KNOW the current/ongoing restrictions.

WildFire Season is HERE!!:   Yes, it's time to think about any potential wildland fires. Heed all warnings, restrictions and/or bans implemented by the various agencies in our area! Check our blog and Twitter feed if you're unsure or need more information about agency bulletins. It also means inspecting your property, especially areas of thick plant materials and debris, close to all buildings. It's that time of year to for your "FireWise" inspection to remove all potential fire hazards. To learn more about accomplishing this task and print an inspection checklist, visit our link (on the right) entitled "Fire & Emergency Preparedness." Additional valuable wildland fire information can be found at Arizona Interagency Wildfire Prevention website.

Arizona Emergency Notifications:  Provided by Arizona Emergency Bulleting System (EBS) as a means to inform citizens and travelers alike of current or ongoing situations within our state and immediate area. Also included on this page is weather radar and other pertinent weather information. Click here.

Travel Fire Weather, Current & Possible:  Are you planning a trip within our state or elsewhere in the nation? The National Weather Service has a website for you to explore your best route based on predicted or ongoing fire weather/warnings. At this time the website is experimental but certainly well worth checking before you begin your travel plans.

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Thank you for visiting our website. We look forward to meeting you and ensuring all within our area have access to emergency fire, medical and rescue services.