6/16/16 2:00 pm – A grass fire has started in on Highway 60 at MP 374 2 miles east of Forest Service Rd 117. The fire is approximately 70-80 yards across and spreading due to high winds.

6/16/2016 12:10 – We are trying to respond to several questions that we have received including the following.

• Green tag/Orange tag evacuation tags – This will be provided by law enforcement along with a release for your signature if you choose to stay.
  • If you choose to stay, you will NOT be allowed to leave your property. If you are caught off of your property you will be taken to out of the evacuation area and not allowed to return.
• Utilities – Unisource Energy has advised they do NOT want customers to turn off their gas meters. If this is something that becomes necessary they will deploy personnel. Please contact Unisource at 877-837-4968.

6/16/16 11:20 – Fire officials would like you to know what YOU can do to help them in taking care of your home  in advance of a fire. Please check your gutters and make sure they are clear of debris, pine needles and leaves. Clear wooden patio furniture away from decks and homes. Make sure that you have moved any wood piles, portable propane tanks and anything flammable away from homes. Check under decks and clear any dry leaves or debris.