A U.S. Forest Service Type 3 Incident Management Team is expected to arrive tomorrow evening and a Type 1 team has been requested.
The number of structures lost has not been confirmed. The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office estimates about 25 structures lost to the fire. More than 250 structures are threatened.
The Coconino County Board of Supervisors declared a State of Emergency due to the impacts of the Tunnel Fire.
Declaring a State of Emergency allows the county to expend emergency funds from all available sources and request assistance from the State of Arizona. If the Governor signs the Declaration, then the State of Arizona will offer further disaster assistance through operational efforts and financial support to the County.
U.S Highway 89 is closed between mileposts 425-435, so motorists traveling toward Page will need to find an alternate route.
The Red Cross has opened a shelter for residents evacuated located at Sinagua Middle School, 3950 E Butler Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004.
Shelters for pets and livestock for those under evacuation order (in GO status):
* Household animals can be taken to Coconino Humane Association: 3501 E Butler Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
* Horses, goats, sheep, pigs, and chickens can be taken to the Fort Tuthill County Stables. The stables are self-service. You are responsible for all services related to your animals including feeding and watering. Bring cages for smaller livestock staying at Fort Tuthill. MAP: https://www.google.com/maps?q=35.1490865,-111.6879575&hl=en-US&gl=us&entry=gps&shorturl=1
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The Coconino County Call Center is open and accepting calls. The phone number is (928) 679-8525.
