Navopache Electric’s update the power has been restored. If you are still experiencing a power outage contact their office at (928) 368-5118.
Navopache Electric Customers in Pinetop, Lakeside, Wagon Wheel and portions of the White Mountain Apache Reservation are experiencing power outages this afternoon. Crews are currently working to isolate and repair the problem. Updates will be posted as them become available from Navopache Electric.
Clints Well, Ariz., Oct. 2, 2017, For Immediate Release — The following prescribed burns are planned for the week of Oct. 4 – 6 on the Coconino National Forest.
These prescribed burns are conducted in order to help protect communities from severe wildfires by reducing forest fuel accumulation in strategic areas around northern Arizona communities, and also reintroduce fire into the Ponderosa pine ecosystem to help restore ecological integrity.
All of the listed projects may not be pursued, as all prescribed burns are dependent upon weather and wind conditions, which can differ drastically across the forest. Prescribed burns are also subject to approval from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, so all or some of them could be canceled if conditions are not suitable.
MOGOLLON RIM RANGER DISTRICT.
East Clear Creek Project
When: Ignitions for this project begin Wednesday (Oct. 4) morning at 9:30 a.m. The duration of this project will be approximately two to three days.
Where: About four miles east of C.C. Cragin Reservoir.
Size: 1,300 acres in total, broken into manageable blocks each day.
Closures/Restrictions: None.
Smoke Impacts: Smoke is predicted to move toward the east/northeast and may impact local communities in the Blue Ridge area and motorists on state Route 87. Cooling temperatures in the evenings may cause smoke to settle and drain down nearby canyons.
FLAGSTAFF RANGER DISTRICT.
Mustang Burn Project (between Mountainaire and Munds Park)
When: Planned ignition will be Wednesday (Oct. 4). Ignitions typically begin close to 8:30 a.m. and duration is expected to be one day.
Where: Approximately 10 miles southeast of Flagstaff, east of Interstate 17.
Size: 600 acres.
Closures/Restrictions: None expected
Smoke Impacts: Smoke is predicted to move toward the east/northeast and may be seen by area motorist near I-40, Lake Mary Road and on the east side of Flagstaff. Smoke may settle in the areas of Flagstaff’s Country Club subdivisions, Walnut Canyon and Doney Park during the cooler evening hours and the following morning hours. It is predicted to disperse by the following afternoon.
FLAGSTAFF RANGER DISTRICT.
Munds Park Project
When: Planned ignition will be Wednesday (Oct. 4) or Thursday (Oct. 5). Ignitions typically begin close to 8:30 a.m. and duration is expected to be one day.
Where: Approximately 14 miles south of Flagstaff, immediately south of the Munds park community.
Size: 150 acres.
Closures/Restrictions: None expected
Smoke Impacts: Smoke is predicted to move toward the east/northeast and may be seen by area motorist near I-17, Lake Mary Road and on the east side of Flagstaff. Smoke may settle in the areas of Munds Park, Flagstaff’s Country Club subdivisions, Walnut Canyon and Doney Park during the cooler evening hours and the following morning hours. It is predicted to disperse by the following afternoon.
Notifications of upcoming prescribed burns are provided regularly by news releases throughout the season and also by the following online resources:
• Sign up to receive news releases from Coconino NF: www.fs.fed.us/news/subscription.shtml
The 14 year old suspect was taken into custody around 7:00 pm last night in the Pinteop-Lakeside area without incident by the detectives with the Arizona Department of Public Safety. He has been booked on an arrest warrant for 1st degree murder and 1st degree burglary.
October 3, 2017
14 year old Suspect Sought in Apache County Homicide
Suspect last seen in the Show Low Pines Estates area
Concho, Arizona — On the morning of October 3, 2017, a burglary was reported at a residence in Concho, Arizona. The Apache County Sheriff’s Office responded to the residence to investigate. An occupant of the residence was discovered deceased, the victim of a homicide. The Arizona Department of Public Safety Criminal Investigations Division was requested to be the lead investigative agency.
The suspect has been identified as 14-year-old Joshua Cade Richardson. He is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, 135 pounds with short brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen in the Show Low Pines Estates area wearing a gray hoodie, blue jeans, and brown American Eagle dress shoes. He is also described as having acne and has a road rash type scar on his right forearm.
Anyone having any information concerning the homicide or the current location of Joshua Richardson should contact the Arizona Department of Public Safety at 877-272-8329, by clicking on this link https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=807, or by text message by texting “ACT” plus the information to 274637. Please reference “Apache County” to ensure the information is directed appropriately.
Anyone spotting Richardson should immediately call 9-1-1 to report his location. Do not approach Richardson as he is believed to be armed and may pose a danger to others.
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is a state-level law enforcement agency whose mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity and providing vital support to the State of Arizona and its citizens.