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We're only a little over a month away from the Great Arizona ShakeOut! Yes, earthquakes can and do occur in Arizona. Learn more about earthquakes and how this event can help you be more prepared here: shakeout.org/arizona/index.…

Free training opportunity for 911 telecommunicators. Please forward to colleagues who may be interested.

Go to runsignup.com/tackletrauma to run with us April 24 to April 25!

A windy day ahead. With the wind will come elevated fire danger and tricky driving conditions for those of you traveling in high profile vehicles. Use extra caution on both counts. Shown are the highest wind gusts forecast for this afternoon. #azwx

Before heading out for a hike, start drinking water an hour before so you're hydrated when you start, and bring more water than you think you'll need. When you get to half of your water, it's time to turn back! More safety tips: bit.ly/2LxyvyV 📸 @|emelynmaalamarcil

Members! AESA is accepting nominations for the following leadership positions: Vice President, Membership Liaison Officer, Member at Large and Secretary. This is a great chance to serve your colleagues in emergency services! DM for instructions on how to nominate someone!

The Central & Northern Red Cross Chapter will open an Evacuation Center for the #Pumpkinfire in the Tonto Basin area, around 4 p.m. at the Payson Senior Center, 512 W. Main St., Payson, Az. 85541. The fire is at least 60 acres with approximately 50 homes immediately threatened.

Punkin Center Fire Updates: The Red Cross has also opened an evacuation center at the Payson Senior Center 514 W Main St, Payson, AZ 85541.

#PumpkinFire, moving to NW pushed by 10-15 mile per hours winds. ⁦Fire burning near #TontoBasin. @GilaCountySO⁩ conducting evacs. Road closures in area per ⁦@ArizonaDOT⁩ . #AZFire #AZForestry #GilaCounty ⁦@TontoForest⁩

(5/5) And finally, Marc Eisen was nominated for his consulting work. Congrats again to our winners and "thank you" to those of you who nominated someone!

(4/5) Liz Hagan (a student member) was nominated for currently working to earn her degree in Emergency Management at NAU. Good luck with your studies, Liz!

(1/5) AESA would like to congratulate the winners of our last raffle: Darryl Bing, Bruce Monson, Liz Hagan and Marc Eisen!!! Our winners will get a $50 gift card to a business of their choosing.

PREPARE AT HOME 🏠 The top three days of the year for home candle fires are Christmas, New Year’s Day, and New Year's Eve! ✔️ Never leave a burning candle unattended. ✔️ Consider using battery-operated flameless candles.

Today starts the Winter Safety Campaign! Snow squalls are extremely dangerous while on the road. NWS helps you be #WeatherReady by issuing Snow Squall Warnings that can trigger a Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone. When issued, slow down or delay travel. #azwx

TOMORROW: Palo Verde Generating Station (PVGS), w/ local & State agencies, will test the sirens located within a 10-mile radius of the plant. Along w/ the siren test, Maricopa County will test Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA). ready.maricopa.gov

Hosting a smaller group and moving dinner outside are two ways to help reduce the risk of #COVID19 this holiday season. More recommendations for safer holiday gatherings can be found on our website. 1.azdhs.gov/3lSMux4

Many are looking to get tested for #COVID19 right now. Here are some more options available: Embry Health > testnow.com ASU Saliva Testing > bit.ly/3m3j92U CVS Testing > bit.ly/33e5EWS Walgreens Drive-Thru Sites > bit.ly/3q5hY5A

Atlantic #HurricaneSeason 2020: #Climate factors that influenced the record-breaking season include ongoing La Nina + warmer-than-avg sea surface temps & weaker wind shear in Atlantic More at: bit.ly/3fvO6u4