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Gila County returns some communities back to "ready" status around Preacher Fire 09-15-2024
2024 - Preacher Fire - TNF, 2024 - West Fire - TNF
Publication Type: Announcement - 09/15/2024 - 09:48
Return to "READY" status for residents of Thompson Draw 2, Tonto Village and Diamond Point Summer Homes
9:00 a.m. September 15, 2024
As a result of firefighting activity on the Preacher Fire, the Gila County Sheriff's Office and Gila County Emergency Management have recommended the following areas return to "READY" status on the Ready, Set, Go model.
- Thompson Draw 2
- Tonto Village
- Diamond Point Summer Homes
READY - Prepare Now
Be aware of the hazards that can threaten your community.
- Take steps now to prepare for seasonal threats.
- Register with your county/tribal emergency notification system.
- Connect with your local emergency management office, sheriff's office and public health department on social media.
- Make a family evacuation and communication plan that includes family phone numbers, out-of-town contacts and family meeting locations.
- Build an emergency go kit with enough food, water and necessary supplies for at least 72 hours.
- Check with your neighbors, family, friends and elders through video chats or phone calls to ensure they are READY.
- Keep up to date on local news, weather watches, weather warnings and public health recommendations.
Although these communities are not immediately threatened, Gila County remains a culture of Readiness. For more information go to readygila.com.
To receive emergency notifications from Gila County go to: readygila.com/alertswarnings
In the event of an emergency, please call 911.
Carl Melford
Gila County Emergency Manager