FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Beginning May 5, Stage 1 fire and smoking restrictions go into effect on the Williams and Tusayan Districts of the Kaibab National Forest and the entirety of the Coconino National Forest.

The city of Flagstaff and Williams will enter Stage 1 fire restrictions at that time as well.

Under Forest Service Stage 1 restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal, coal and wood stoves are prohibited, except within a developed recreation site. Smoking is also prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle, building or a developed recreation site. Fireworks are always prohibited on all national forest and state lands.

Using a device that is solely fueled by pressurized liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed in areas that are barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three feet of the device.

Fire restrictions are implemented to help prevent human-caused fires and to limit the exposure of visitors during periods of potentially dangerous fire conditions. Decisions about fire restrictions are based on a combination of carefully measured factors. Criteria used to determine when to implement restrictions include current and predicted weather, fuel moisture, fire activity levels, enduring drought and available firefighting resources.

Additional restrictions could be forthcoming if conditions warrant. Fire restrictions typically remain in effect until the area receives significant, widespread precipitation.

Violations could result in mandatory appearance in a federal court, fines or jail time.

The public is reminded to always be extra cautious when recreating on public lands, regardless of restrictions.

More information on all Arizona state and federal fire restrictions, including an interactive map, is available by visiting wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions.

Kadampa World Peace Temple

Free Event
Open House
Saturday, Dec. 4th
9:00 am – 12 pm

• Enjoy Coffee and Pastries
• Free Public Talk at 10:30 – 11:15 am
• 15 minute Guided Meditations: 9:30 & 11:45am
• Browse our Gift Shop & Cafe

Come to our 3rd annual cookie exchange on November 13th at 1:00 PM at The Sherwood Forest Estates Fire Station. Bring those favorite cookies, candies and their recipes to share with your neighbors. Come and have some fun with your neighbors and get some great recipes. 

RSVP 928-303-4584

Cookie Exchange Flyer

SHERWOOD FOREST ESTATES & MOUNTAIN ROSE RANCH NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH POTLUCK

Please join us for our annual potluck at 5 pm on Sept 14 at the Firehouse.

Bring your favorite meat, casserole, veggies, fruit, drink
(no alcohol allowed) or dessert to share.

Paper plates, napkins, silverware, and cups provided.

Open to the Public
8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saturdays, August 14th and 28th
Saturday, September 11th

Thank you volunteers!

In case you missed it, here is the Spring 2021 SFE POA Newsletter. Older newsletters can be found under the MORE menu at Forms & Archives.

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Rafael Fire Morning Update –June 28, 2021  from the US Forest Service

For information on evacuation status,and fire activity,there will be a virtual community meeting today at 6 p.m. on the Incident Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/RafaelFireInfo/.

Acres: 77,102 
Percent Containment: 48% 
Date/Time Detected:Friday, 06/18/2021 at 1927 MST 
Structures Damaged/Destroyed:  0
Number of Personnel: 633 
Cause: Lightning 
Origin/Location: 4 miles north of Perkinsville 

Today on the north side of the fire, crews will be heavily engaged in securing the fire by patrol and mop up activities.  All perimeter firing operations are substantially complete, but smoke from burning interior fuels will continue for a few days. Today smoke is expected in the Verde Valley into Prescott and as winds shift later in the day into the Williams area.  Heavy smoke may settle into canyon bottoms and low elevation communities in the Verde Valley over the next few nights. Smoke forecasts are available at Wildfire Smoke Forecast | ADEQArizona Department of Environmental Quality(azdeq.gov) .   

On the south side of the fire, aircraft will monitor the perimeter to determine if suppression action is necessary and structure protection specialists will continue monitoring values at risk to prevent damage. Firefighters are prepared for initial attack over the next few days as the probability of thunderstorms and lightning increases. As containment increases some crews and equipment are no longer needed, and will be released for reassignment or rest and recuperation. 

Evacuation status as of 6 a.m. June 28 
(Notifications are in place until status is rescinded or changed by each respective County Sheriff’s Office): 

“GO” in Coconino County Sycamore Canyon and in Yavapai County, Loy Ranch.  

“SET” – in Coconino County, Garland Prairie South and Garland Prairie North. In Yavapai County, Grey Ranch, Windmill Ranch and BearMountain. 

“READY” -– in Coconino County, South of Williams, Sherwood Forest, Camp Navajo, West of I-17 south of 1-40, Westwood Estates, Flagstaff Ranch (including W.L. Gore), Mountain Dell, Pine Del, Forest Highlands, Kachina Village, University Heights, Equestrian Estates, Upper Oak Creek Canyon, West Fork, Lower Oak Creek Canyon, and in Yavapai County, Sedona. 

Information about evacuation status can be found on the Coconino County Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/CoconinoCounty and at the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Department Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/YavapaiCountySheriff/  Maps of evacuation status in Coconino County can be found at: Coconino County Situational Awareness Viewer (arcgis.com) 

It’s fire season in Northern Arizona. Residents in Northern Arizona should be Ready.  https://ein.az.gov/ready-set-go 

Full forest closures are in effect on the Kaibab National Forest, Coconino National Forest, and Prescott National Forest   Coconino National Forest – Alerts &Notices (usda.gov)    Kaibab NationalForest – Alerts& Notices (usda.gov).  

and Prescott National Forest – Alerts & Notices (usda.gov) 

All Arizona State Trust lands are closed effective Friday, June 25 at 8:00 a.m. Fire Restrictions and Closures Across Arizona | Department of Forestry and Fire Management (az.gov) 

Due to the Rafael fire, Sherwood and Mountain Rose Ranch are in SET stage.

SET – Be Alert

Know there is significant danger in your area.

• Residents should consider voluntarily relocating to a shelter or with family/friends outside the affected area. Residents should avoid close contact with those who are sick and should practice public health recommendations when relocating. 
• Grab your emergency go kit.
• Keep in mind unique needs for your family or special equipment for pets and livestock.
• Stay aware of the latest news and information from public safety and public health officials.  

This might be the only notice you receive. Emergency services cannot guarantee they will be able to notify everyone if conditions rapidly deteriorate. Be SET to GO.