Wildfire Concerns, Road Closures, and Summer Fun in Flagstaff

22/05/2025 2 min
Wildfire Concerns, Road Closures, and Summer Fun in Flagstaff

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Good morning, this is your Flagstaff Local Frequency for Thursday, May 22nd, 2025.Flagstaff residents are waking up to continued concerns about wildland fires in our area today. The Sandy Fire on Mt. Elden, which was first reported on May 11th, remains a priority alert according to local emergency services. This follows the Club Fire that began on May 10th. As we enter the summer months, fire safety remains paramount for our community.In response to these ongoing fire concerns, Discover Flagstaff has launched a new fire awareness campaign. The initiative, which began yesterday, emphasizes that only you can be fire aware when visiting our beautiful mountain town. With summer tourism season approaching, this reminder comes at a critical time for both visitors and locals alike.In city news, Flagstaff is planning multiple road closures along Cedar Avenue for summer 2025, including work at the Cedar, Lockett, and Fourth Street intersection. If this is part of your daily commute, you might want to start planning alternative routes now.On a greener note, the city is gearing up for a free electric vehicle ride and drive event. This initiative aligns with Flagstaff's ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.For families looking for summer activities, BASIS Flagstaff will be hosting the Arizona Science Center's Camp Innovation, a six-week summer camp program announced last month. This could be a perfect opportunity for young minds to stay engaged during the break.Looking for weekend plans? Check out Flagstaff's comprehensive events calendar for performances, exhibitions, and festivals happening in and around our mountain town. The calendar is regularly updated with new activities and is available on the Flagstaff Arizona Events website.In community news, authorities have reported a vulnerable child who went missing in Flagstaff on May 18th has been found safely. No further details have been released at this time.As we move deeper into spring with summer on the horizon, remember to stay hydrated, be prepared for afternoon thunderstorms, and always practice fire safety when enjoying our outdoor spaces.This has been Flagstaff Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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