Wildfire News

Flagstaff leaders and environmental activists say the Trump administration’s first 100 days have left Arizonans “dangerously vulnerable” to wildfires and other effects of climate change.

The Trump administration rescinded a $1 million grant that funded three community centers in Flagstaff where residents could get help during wildfires, floods and other emergencies.

The seasonal outlook from the National Weather Service shows a wetter-than-average summer across northern Arizona and the state.

Snowpack was nearly nonexistent in parts of Arizona and across the U.S. this winter, and vegetation remains tinder dry — all ingredients for elevated wildfire risks.

Arizona fire officials on Monday briefed Gov. Katie Hobbs on what could shape up to be a very active wildfire season ahead throughout the state.

Legislation giving Arizona's electric utilities protections from lawsuits for wildfires sparked by their equipment has been pared down as lawmakers debate the measure.

The historically dry northern Arizona winter has made forest officials nervous for the fire season. Conditions improved after March storms brought significant snow and rain to the region.

A Senate committee will hold a hearing Thursday on the proposed Fix Our Forests Act, which is aimed at reducing catastrophic wildfires. However, support is mixed.