Photo provided by Shannon Benjamin, Owner, Anderson General Tire and Flagstaff resident of a 2021 Flagstaff AZ flash flood Sedona AZ – Coconino County announced today that updated digital flood hazard maps for Coconino County, Yavapai County, and the city of Sedona sections of Oak Creek, are available for public review and comment. These maps, known as Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), show... 

Poco Diablo McGuire, SedonaEye.com Four Paws Up Star Pet Columnist says it’s time to assemble his pet pals emergency kits so “git ‘er done now.” Remember, his Mom says never put off ’til tomorrow what you can be doin’ today! Sedona AZ – With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the news, SedonaEye.com Four Paws Up Star Pet Columnist Poco Diablo McGuire did some research... 

Sedona AZ — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is updating flood maps in Yavapai County, Arizona in 2020. New maps will help identify the latest flood hazards, assess flood risks, and provide accurate data to guide local stakeholders in taking effective mitigation actions that result in safer and more resilient communities. Before the new Yavapai County Flood Insurance Rate Maps become... 

SedonaEye.com columnist Eddie S. Maddock takes a look at the real world. Sedona AZ (September 8, 2017) – In the midst of reviewing the recent flurry of comments on SedonaEye, the following email arrived from a dear friend. The message was a zinger. Unfortunately it frequently takes shock treatment to put things in perspective. If my friend gives the go ahead, this will move on to the SE editor... 

Sedona AZ  (June 14, 2017) – It’s wildfire season and everyday fire crews are called to a new start somewhere throughout the state. Regardless of size, the amount it costs to fight these fires adds up. Arizona has already incurred a multi-million-dollar tab to battle wildfires this year and the cost to suppress the Lizard Fire is adding to that bill. To help ease some of the burden, the Department... 

Sedona AZ (August 31, 2016) – Don’t wait. Communicate. Make your emergency plan today. Sponsored by FEMA, National Preparedness Month in September aims to educate and empower Americans to prepare for and respond to all types of emergencies. National Preparedness Month is a time to prepare yourself and those in your care for emergencies and disasters, both for large scale and or smaller... 

Sedona AZ (November 1, 2015) – The following is a letter to the SedonaEye.com editor: Dear Editor, I have been published 73 times all over the globe including 3 times in the USA, 8 times in Iraq, 2 times in Iran, and once in Israel. I have done this for free as part of my commitment to help humanity. Please publish this gift as an article or letter to the editor or share it with the people you... 

Merrill Roberts’ Monsoon in Sedona Sedona AZ (June 14, 2015) – Not all of the damage from flooding takes place while your home or business is under water. Long after the flood waters have receded, mold and mildew can present serious and ongoing health issues. Monsoon rains can bring severe rain storms and flooding. Property owners and residents should take steps to protect the health... 

Sedona AZ (June 10, 2014) – The Sedona Fire District is better prepared to fulfill its mission of service to the community, following a two week training offered by the U.S. Fire Administration’s National Fire Academy. SFD Fire Inspector Kevin Sullivan was selected to attend two back-to-back courses offered at the NFA campus in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Sedona Fire District Fire Inspector Kevin Sullivan... 

Washington DC (December 19, 2012) – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency announced that federal disaster aid has been made available to Massachusetts to supplement the commonwealth and local recovery efforts in the area affected by Hurricane Sandy during the period of October 27 to November 8, 2012. The President’s action makes federal funding...