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10/22/2026

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests are planning prescribed fire operations as early as Monday, October 26, pending all required approvals. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from wildfires.

10/22/2026

10/21/2026

🧯 Be Ready for the Unexpected: Do You Know How to Use a Fire Extinguisher? 🔥✨

Having fire extinguishers in your home is a vital first line of defense—but knowing how to operate one quickly and effectively during an emergency is what truly keeps your household safe.

Whether you're dealing with a small kitchen flare-up or home fire safety during dry weather conditions, take a moment to review the essential PASS method with your family today! 🌵🛡️

📋 Remember the PASS Method:
📌 P - PULL the pin: Hold the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you and release the locking mechanism.

🎯 A - AIM low: Point the extinguisher nozzle at the base of the fire, not at the flames.

✊ S - SQUEEZE the lever: Discharge the extinguishing agent slowly and evenly.

🧹 S - SWEEP side to side: Move the nozzle back and forth across the base of the fire until it is completely extinguished.

💡 Fire Extinguisher Quick Tips:
📍 Placement Matters: Keep an extinguisher on every level of your home, especially near the kitchen, garage, and workshop spaces.

⏱️ Check the Gauge: Inspect your extinguishers monthly to ensure the pressure gauge needle is in the green zone.

🚪 Know When to Evacuate: Fire extinguishers are meant for small, contained fires. If a fire spreads quickly or fills the room with smoke, get everyone outside immediately and call 911!

Proactive safety starts with knowing your equipment and having a plan.

🔗 Explore more fire safety guidance and hazard readiness resources at: ein.az.gov/hazards/wildfire

10/20/2026

The Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS), in cooperation with the Pinion Pine Fire District, Pine Lake Fire District, Mohave County Parks, and Mohave County Emergency Management, plan to conduct prescribed fire treatments from late October through Dec. 31, as weather,...

10/20/2026

The Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) plan to conduct prescribed fire treatments near Parker periodically from late October through Dec. 31, 2026, as weather, fuel and air quality conditions allow.

10/20/2026

Fire managers on the Prescott National Forest plan to conduct prescribed fire operations, specifically pile burning, in the area of Potato Patch Campground on the Verde Ranger District. The project will cover about 204 acres to remove hazardous fuels. Pending all required approvals, ignitions could....

10/20/2026

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today the opening of a Business Recovery Center in Coconino County to assist small businesses and private nonprofit organizations affected by flash flooding at Grand Canyon National Park occurring Aug. 29 – Sept. 3.

10/20/2026

The following prescribed burn projects are planned for today and tomorrow. Gifford Piles

10/19/2026

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests are planning prescribed fire operations as early as Tuesday, October 20, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue throughout the week as weather conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help prote...