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Brady Fire Update: Evacuation Orders Remain in Place for Mayer, Arizona – Shelter & Safety Resources Available | Prescott Valley Times local news







The Yabapai County Emergency Management Office (YCOEM) is working closely with the Yabapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO), Prescott National Forest, and other fire agencies involved in the Brady Fire near Mayer, Arizona.

At this point, the Zones YCU-2174-B and YCU-2216 are still in GO status.

GO means leaving immediately. Don’t wait. Collect only important items and leave as soon as possible to ensure safety. Visibility in the area could be reduced, blocking roads and evacuation routes.

The American Red Cross moved the shelter to the Cordes Lakes Community Center, 16375 S. Cordes Lake Drive, Lake Cordes, for evacuated residents. If you require a shelter, please call 1-800-733-2767 (1-800-RED-CROS).

A shelter for barn animals is located near Arizona Downs and at the County Fair Trail, Arizona, Prescott Valley, Arizona, 86315, and is provided by extensive animal protection and emergency preparedness (laser).

Shelter for domestic household pets is available at Glassford Hill Middle School, 6901 E. Panther Path, 86315, Prescott Valley, Az, Prescott Valley, 6901 E. Panther Path, provided by Animal Disaster Services. If you need a pet shelter, call 928-642-0758.

We remind all Yabapai County residents of the importance of maintaining, preparing and continuing to recognize any risks that could threaten your community. Sign up for emergency warning www.ycsoaz.govmake an emergency evacuation and communication plan and follow a reputable and reliable source for information.

Residents of unincorporated areas of Yabapai County must visit protect.genasys.com Find their evacuation zone. Write down your zone ID and store it in an easy-to-access location. For more information on how to prepare for wildfires and other emergencies, please see www.yavapaiready.gov

For more information about the Yavapai County Emergency Management Office, please contact 928-771-3321 at Sarah.townsley@yavapaiaz.gov or contact sarah.townsley@yavapaiaz.gov.