Reeling from what have been called the deadliest fires in the last century of U.S. history, residents across Maui are hurting. More than 100 people are dead. Hundreds are said to be missing. Survivors say they are in shock. Some weep for a loss that has left many homeless, traumatized and desperately sad. For small businesses that have created the Aloha Spirit for visitors from around the world, the future is uncertain. Summer Teixeira, who owns and operates Surf Yoga Maui, has struggled for … [Read more...] about Maui: An Island in Pain
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Arizona Declares Wildfire Awareness Week
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 state,” said Governor Ducey. “There are simple, but effective, ways we can all minimize the threat of wildfires, like limiting combustible material and vegetation near your house and making sure matches … [Read more...] about Arizona Declares Wildfire Awareness Week
Preparing for Fire Season
Despite ongoing cold temperatures, it is always important to remember in our area that fire season is right around the corner as we approach late spring and early summer. While we are always thinking ahead and working hard to be prepared, it in no way means we can let our guard down. In fact, Prescott Fire Chief Dennis Light points out that, historically, some of the biggest campaign fires that have occurred in Arizona immediately followed a wet season. We are fortunate to have a number of … [Read more...] about Preparing for Fire Season
Remodeling Police, Fire Levels of Service in Prescott
As with most other municipalities in Arizona, Prescott is in the midst of developing its budget forecast for Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17). And Prescott is not alone in reviewing competing budget demands within the confines of our rising public pension debt and the residents' desire to maintain the high level of city services to which they have become accustomed. Mayors and City Councils across the state now grapple with ways to deliver the public safety services our communities desire within the … [Read more...] about Remodeling Police, Fire Levels of Service in Prescott
Women Wanted for Fire Boot Camp
The USDA Forest Service Southwestern Region is seeking a small group of career-focused women to be on-call Wildland Fire Fighters for the 2016 fire season. These on-call positions will provide support to wildland fire operations during the summer when needed and can help pave the way for future employment and career advancement inside of the Forest Service. The first assignment for those selected will be a Women in Fire Boot Camp. The Boot Camp will provide comprehensive, formal physical … [Read more...] about Women Wanted for Fire Boot Camp