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Arizona Interagency Wildfire Prevention and Information 

(Information is provided by agencies associated with the Southwest Coordinating Group)

We are in this together Arizona.

Wildfire prevention is EVERYONE'S responsibility. 

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Prevention Tips and Ways You Can Help
Prevent Wildfires

Help share the One Less Spark message: 

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!  Always check for...

>> Red Flag Warnings & Fire Weather Watches <<

>> Fire Restrictions << 

Fires ignited under these conditions, even accidentally, would exhibit EXTREME fire behavior. Limit or restrict all activities that may generate a spark and start a fire. Follow all fire restrictions that may be in effect and use caution when working or recreating outdoors.

>> Recreate Responsibly Arizona <<

WILDFIRE AREAS ARE
NO DRONE ZONES!

If You Fly, We Can't

http://www.nifc.gov/drones/

 The use of Fireworks, Exploding Targets, and Incendiary Devices* is NOT ALLOWED on federally managed public lands YEAR-ROUND.
[U.S. Forest Service, BLM, National Parks, Monuments, Wildlife Refuges, etc.]
*Incendiary devices in many areas often include exploding or tanerite targets and other exotic or tracer ammunition.  

Fire & Incident Information:

Southwest Area Coordination Center

[Southwest Area = Arizona, New Mexico, portions of West Texas and Oklahoma]

The Southwest Coordination Center (SWCC) is the interagency focal point for coordinating the mobilization of resources between the twelve Federal and State Dispatch Centers of the Southwest Area and, when necessary, the National Coordination Center in Boise, ID, for assignment throughout the nation.

Located in Albuquerque, NM, the SWCC mobilizes resources for wildland fire, prescribed fire, and other all-risk incidents.  In addition, the Center provides Predictive Services and Intelligence related-products in support of incident management decision-making for wildland fire managers and on-the-ground wildland firefighters.

>>Arizona Wildfires<<

>>National Incident Management Situation Report<<

    

Arizona Ready - Set - Go!

Ready, Set, Go! is a nationwide program adopted by the 15 Arizona Sheriffs that educates residents about proactive measures to take before an emergency and actions to follow when communities are threatened.

The three steps encourage Arizonans to get READY by preparing now for what threatens their community, be SET by maintaining awareness of significant danger and to GO, evacuate immediately when the danger is current and life-threatening. Learn more at: https://ein.az.gov/ready-set-go

Sign up for your County/Community Emergency Notification System Service and receive alerts for emergency situations sent to a landline or cell phone. 

Firewise USA®

Every year, devastating wildfires burn across the United States. At the same time, a growing number of people are living where wildfires are a real risk.

While these fires will continue to happen, there are things you can do to protect your home and neighborhood as well as your family’s safety.

>>The Firewise USA® program is here to help you get started. <<

>>Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management manages the Firewise USA® program for Arizona.<<

IS YOUR COMMUNITY FIRE ADAPTED?

Fire Adapted Communities

“A human community consisting of informed and prepared citizens collaboratively planning and taking action to safely coexist with wildland fire.” 

American Red Cross - AZ, NM, El Paso

Greater Phoenix | Southern AZ | Northern AZ 

Living with Wildfire - Homeowners' Firewise Guide for Arizona

 

 

Wildfire Resources for Children and Teens

[Includes Resources for Parents & Teachers]

 
**More Downloadable Guides & Checklists**

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U.S. Forest Service

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Bureau of Land Management

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U.S. Department of the Interior

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National Park Service

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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Arizona Forestry

U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Indian Affairs, National Park Service, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Arizona State Forestry Division, Arizona Game and Fish, Arizona State Parks,
Arizona Department of Emergency Management, and the Arizona National Guard