Wildland fire season is just around the corner in the Prescott area. This is a good time to review the resources that are available to prevent and fight wildland fires in this area, and to remind ourselves about our roles as citizens in reducing the wildland fire threat to our community. The Forest Service’s Fire Center, Henry Y. H. Kim Aviation Facility at the Ernest A. Love airfield in Prescott, was dedicated in May 1992. The Prescott Fire Center combines a vast array of programs and expert … [Read more...] about Preparing for Wildfire Season
Wildfire Season
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
Governor Ducey, Fire Safety Officials Provide Wildfire Season Outlook
Governor Doug Ducey today joined the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management and fire safety officials to urge all Arizonans to do their part in preventing wildfires.“We all have a role to play in protecting our forests and communities and minimizing the risk of wildfires,” said Governor Ducey. “It’s important to be responsible and use common sense precautions to help prevent wildfires, like ensuring your fire is out cold before walking away and remembering it is illegal and dangerous … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey, Fire Safety Officials Provide Wildfire Season Outlook
Preparing for Wildfire Season in Prescott
Every year, come May and June, weather conditions converge to heighten the risk of wildfire – it gets hot, dry and windy. Add these conditions to weeds, brush, branches and trees, and all it takes is a spark to ignite fire’s rage. The City of Prescott takes this threat seriously. The Prescott Fire Department has already begun its annual fuels mitigation and education efforts, providing free fire assessments to residents who call 918-777-1700. These assessments consist of a review of your … [Read more...] about Preparing for Wildfire Season in Prescott