Sedona AZ – The Northern Arizona Chapter of the American Red Cross has been hard at work responding to the Museum Fire evacuations and preparing for the floods that are anticipated. The Red Cross provided a safe place to stay for people affected by the Museum Fire for seven days beginning July 21, 2019. During that time twelve people stayed overnight, and dozens of meals were offered to shelter... 

Sedona AZ (July 6, 2017) – In compliance with section 48-254, Arizona Revised Statutes, Yavapai County Flood Control District is notifying its property taxpayers of the Yavapai County Flood Control District’s intention to raise its secondary property taxes over last year’s level. The Yavapai County Flood Control District is proposing an increase in secondary property taxes of $1,000,000 or... 

Sedona AZ (August 20, 2016) – Anywhere it rains, it could flood. Even if an area hasn’t experienced a flood in the past, does not mean it can’t happen in the future. Flood risk isn’t just based on history; it also can be based on rainfall, topography, flood-control measures, river-flow and changes due to new construction and development. Current sandbag and sand locations within Yavapai... 

Sedona AZ (September 16, 2015) – This fall the El Nino pattern may produce heavier rains than normal, are you prepared? Only a few inches of water can create a large amount of loss so turn around, don’t drown. Know the facts: Flash floods often bring walls of water 10 to 15 feet high. A car can easily be carried away by just two feet of rushing water.  Winter storms and snowmelt are... 

Merrill Roberts’ Monsoon in Sedona Sedona AZ (July 9, 2015) – Monsoons can linger over any area dropping intense amounts of water in a short period of time. Your home or business could be at risk for flooding. Anywhere it rains, it can flood. Even if an area has yet to experience a flood, it can happen now or in the future. Flood risk isn’t just based on history – it is also based...