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Flagstaff and area residents invited to share feedback on the Community Wildfire Protection Plan

by Community Contributor • November 6, 2026 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – Greater Flagstaff and Sedona area residents are invited to provide feedback on the 2027 Greater Peaks and Red Rocks Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). This feedback will help ensure the plan reflects local priorities and effectively addresses wildfire risk. Comments and feedback on the draft CWPP will be accepted through Nov. 20, 2026 at Connect.Flagstaffaz.gov/CWPP.

Residents from the communities of Baderville/Fort Valley, Bellemont, Cosnino/Winona, Doney Park, Flagstaff, Happy Jack, Kachina Village, Mormon Lake, Mountain View Ranches, Mountainaire, Munds Park, Parks, Sedona, Timberline-Fernwood, and Village of Oak Creek are encouraged to participate.

Coconino County declares State of Emergency

by Community Contributor • November 4, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors declared a State of Emergency due to the impacts of flooding that began on Oct. 31. The cities of Flagstaff and Sedona and the State of Arizona have declared emergencies as well. Declaring a State of Emergency allows the county to expend emergency funds from all available sources and request assistance from the State of Arizona.

Excessive rain falling on already saturated ground caused flooding and damage to roads, vehicles, homes and businesses and led to the evacuation of three zones along Oak Creek Canyon. Food and supplies are currently being delivered to homes whose access to 89A is blocked by debris and damaged bridges.

City of Flagstaff residents Impacted by flooding asked to submit damage reports

by Community Contributor • November 4, 2026 • Comments Off

If your home experienced flooding, please submit a damage report at https://gis.flagstaffaz.gov/Storm-Damage-Report/.This allows the City to better document affected areas and support local and state damage assessments. Submitting a report is NOT an application for assistance. Do not use this survey to report damage to outbuildings, trees or fences.

City of Flagstaff issues Declaration of Emergency for November 2026 flooding event

by Community Contributor • November 3, 2026 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz — Mayor Becky Daggett has signed a Declaration of Emergency in response to the impacts of the November 2026 flooding event in Flagstaff. The declaration enables the City to request assistance from the State of Arizona to support ongoing response and recovery efforts.

City of Flagstaff facilities closed Nov. 2 for flood response. Also see: Numerous road closures in Flagstaff; avoid Trravel

by Community Contributor • November 2, 2026 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz — All City of Flagstaff administrative offices and non-essential facilities will be closed Monday, Nov. 2 to allow emergency responders and employees to respond to the impacts of today’s flooding events. This includes City recreation centers, libraries, and the Flagstaff Visitor Center. The City of Flagstaff will reopen administrative offices and non-essential facilities on Tuesday, Nov. 3 and voting locations will operate as normal.

Road closures remain in effect around the community due to ongoing flooding. Emergency response crews are operating at capacity. To help keep resources available for emergencies and for your safety, please avoid travel.

Coconino County Emergency Operation Center activation

by Community Contributor • November 2, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Emergency Management Department on Nov. 1 ordered the activation of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) due to widespread flooding.

The EOC provides support and coordination to multi-agency, multi-jurisdictional emergencies impacting County residents, businesses, property and infrastructure.

A call center has also been activated for information about evacuations, sandbags and road closures at 928-679-8525.

The entire region is under a Flood Watch from the National Weather Service through 8:30 p.m. tonight. Roadways will be impacted so residents are encouraged to stay home. Current conditions include the closure of I-17, 89A and Sedona evacuation zones 8, 9 and 10 are in GO status.

Flagstaff adopts 2024 Building and Fire Codes, advancing public health, resilience and safety

by Community Contributor • October 13, 2026 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council formally adopted the 2024 Suite of Building and Fire Codes during the Council Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 6. This adoption updates the City’s construction regulations to align with the latest industry standards and includes local amendments that address Flagstaff’s unique conditions and priorities. These codes primarily apply to new buildings and are designed to benefit residents, builders, and the broader community.

Pile burns planned next week on Flagstaff, Mogollon Rim ranger districts

by Community Contributor • October 9, 2026 • Comments Off

The Coconino National Forest is planning to conduct pile burns next week as conditions allow. Pile burns are a type of prescribed fire. Certified prescribed fire specialists will use these upcoming pile burns to help reduce unwanted fuels – notably by cleaning up debris left over from area timber sales. More information about the importance of prescribed fire is available on the Coconino National Forest website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/coconino/fire/management

Kaibab National Forest urges early planning for fuelwood gathering as winter approaches

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2026 • Comments Off

WILLIAMS — With early forecasts signaling a potentially severe winter across northern Arizona, the Kaibab National Forest is encouraging visitors to obtain their personal‑use fuelwood permits and gather their wood as soon as possible.

Snow and winter storms can arrive quickly, and once conditions deteriorate, many wood‑gathering areas become difficult or impossible to access. Planning ahead now helps ensure both safe access and plenty of time to gather wood before winter weather sets in.

Applications open through Oct. 14 for Habitat for Humanity-Starter Homes

by Community Contributor • September 23, 2026 • Comments Off

Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona’s Starter Home Program approaches affordable home ownership in an entirely new way, the organization stated on its website.

Starter homes are energy efficient, 500-square-foot stand-alone homes that provide an attainable path to homeownership for Flagstaff’s workforce.

City of Flagstaff Housing Commission needs applicants for 5 upcoming vacancies!

by Community Contributor • September 14, 2026 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — THe City of Flagstaff Housing Division’s recruitment for 5 seats on the Housing Commission, including 3 community resident seats. Applications can be found at this link and are due September 23.

Want to help shape housing in Flagstaff?

The Housing Commission advises City Council on housing policies, needs, and programs in our community. The City of Flagstaff Housing Division is seeking Flagstaff residents (within City limits) with experience in building, real estate, development, or community issues.

Kaibab National Forest to begin fall prescribed fires

by Community Contributor • September 11, 2026 • Comments Off

WILLIAMS — Kaibab National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations this month, beginning with Moonset Pit as soon as September 20, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue through October as weather conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from wildfires.

There are numerous project areas across the forest in which crews may be working, including some in the Red Lake and Spring Valley areas, southeast of the Town of Tusayan, and the Jacob Lake and Demotte areas. Visit InciWeb for details and maps of planned burn areas.

The NAU Review — How NAU and the Navajo Nation are searching for safe water

by Community Contributor • September 3, 2026 • Comments Off

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The NAU Review. The official news source for Northern Arizona University.
Sept. 3, 2026

We deliver top headlines to the Lumberjack community every Tuesday and Thursday during the academic year. For more, visit in.nau.edu/news.

A Navajo man pumps water from a tank into a barrel. Red rock mesas are in the background.
Identifying safe drinking water on tribal lands

A group of NAU researchers, led by analytical chemist Jani Ingram, sampled water in wells throughout the Navajo Nation to identify which wells contained safe drinking water and which contained dangerous levels of uranium. The work doesn’t just protect Navajo Nation residents’ health; it also provides them with data they can use to advocate for safer community resources.

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — September Community Events

by Community Contributor • September 1, 2026 • Comments Off

Community Council Candidate Forums

September 3rd: Historic Preservation Forum with City Council Candidates: 5:30 to 7:00 pm at LCM Canterbury Chapel at 319 S San Francisco St. Includes educational information and Q&A with candidates.

September 10th: Southside Community City Council Forum: 5 to 7 pm at the Murdoch Community Center. More information here.

September 17th: Northern Arizona Interfaith Council Candidate Accountability Session: 6:00-7:45 pm at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. More information here.

*September 28th – Friends of Flagstaff’s Future Forum: 6 pm at Coconino Community College Lonetree Campus. More information here.

Coconino County — Switch Together solar co-op deadline Sept. 18

by Community Contributor • August 28, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — As part of our sustainability initiative, Coconino County is a partner in Switch Together, a group buying program for solar installations. Switch Together uses a group buying model to help residents save money on home solar installations.

The most recent auction secured a discount of 17 percent, which translates to an average discount of $5,200. The program is supported in partnership with nonprofit Solar United Neighbors. Switch Together makes rooftop solar installations more affordable, while also offering solar education through online resources and in-person events.

County areas in and around Coconino National Forest move to Stage 2 fire restrictions

by Community Contributor • June 29, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — After consultation with the United States Forest Service (USFS), areas of Coconino County within the boundaries of the Coconino National Forest will move to Stage 2 fire restrictions effective Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 8 a.m.

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest remains in Stage 2 and all other areas of the County will remain in Stage 1 fire restrictions.

This decision, according to Coconino County’s Wildfire Defense Ordinance, applies to all private property within, and adjacent to, the boundaries of the Coconino National Forest.

Community attends in-person, online briefing of Pocket Fire (Update — Coconino County has activated a Call Center for the Pocket Fire)

by Community Contributor • June 29, 2026 • Comments Off

Coconino County has activated a Call Center for the Pocket Fire. If you have questions about the fire, shelters or evacuation stages please call 928-679-8525.

If you need information about the APS Public Safety Power Shutoff, call 800-253-9405. — Coconino County

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06-29-26 Latest update on Pocket Fire: Highlights: Despite Red Flag conditions, firefighters held fire growth to a minimum. Ground crews and aircraft were employed to expand and reinforce contingency lines at strategic locations around the fire — USDA

(Also check:

Inciweb: inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/azcof-pocket-fire
Watch Duty: https://app.watchduty.org/