Town Of Eagar -

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Due to ongoing dry conditions the operating hours of the splash pad have been reduced. Please see hours of operation below.

In observance of Memorial Day, all municipal offices will be closed on May 26, 2025. Regular operations will resume on May 27, 2025. We honor and remember those who have served.

Please be advised that our community remains under Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. We urge all residents and visitors to review and comply with the current regulations to help ensure public safety and prevent wildfires.

Greer Fire Daily Update May 21, 2025: Suppression repair well underway as containment increases Acres: 20,308 Start Date: May 13, 2025 Location: Greer, AZ Cause: Under Investigation Personnel: Approximately 513 Fuels: Grass, Shrubs, Timber Containment: 88 percent Highlights: Mandatory evacuation orders were lifted Monday night as containment increases along the fire. Operations: Yesterday, milder winds helped firefighters secure more of the fire’s eastern edge. As a result, additional containment has been reflected on the map, and fire managers remain confident that the fire will stay within its current footprint. Today, firefighters continue to patrol and mop up remaining hotspots, with a focus on Division Romeo in the southern section. Suppression repair is also ongoing along all edges of the fire, including chipping remaining debris left from line preparation during last week’s firing operations. Weather: Gradual warming and drying is expected to continue over the fire for the next few days, with the warmest day of the period coming on Thursday. Winds will be weaker, with gusts to around 25 mph on Wednesday and Thursday. Smoke: Smoke forecast at https://www.azdeq.gov/wildfire/forecast/greerfire Closures: The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest has issued a closure order for parts of the National Forest lands. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are also in effect prohibiting fire, campfire, or stove fire, including charcoal briquettes and smoking. Highway 260 is open in both directions. For updated travel information: az511.com Evacuations: All GO evacuation status’ have been decreased to SET. To check current evacuation statuses, an interactive evacuation map is available from the QR code below. https://linktr.ee/GreerFire Safety: We encourage the public to remember that a temporary flight restriction has been issued over the fire area. It is illegal to fly drones within the area.

Daily Update May 20th, 2025: Evacuation levels downgraded, residents begin returning home Acres: 20,308 Start Date: May 13th, 2025 Location: Greer, AZ Cause: Under Investigation Personnel: Approximately 676 Fuels: Grass, Shrubs, Timber Containment: 55 percent Highlights: All “GO” evacuation orders have been downgraded to “SET” status, lifting current restrictions and allowing residents to safely return to their homes. Operations: Yesterday, another round of strong winds tested the fire's containment, but all control lines remained secure thanks to the extensive efforts of firefighters working along the perimeter. Overnight, crews continued patrolling the fire lines and extinguishing visible heat sources to prevent any flare-ups. Today, firefighters are initiating a suppression repair plan focused on rehabilitating dozer and hand lines that are no longer needed for containment. Crews and engines are also continuing interior mop-up operations extinguishing hot spots deeper within the fire area to reduce the risk of embers breaching containment lines and to strengthen control along the fire’s edge. A community meeting was broadcasted on the incidents YouTube page that includes many questions and answers regarding repopulation, forest closures, and current road closures. www.youtube.com/@greerfire2025 Weather: High pressure begins to build in over the region today, which will lead to several days in row of lighter winds but continued dry and warmer conditions. Smoke: Updated smoke forecast at https://www.azdeq.gov/wildfire/forecast/greerfire Closures: The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest has issued a closure order for parts of the National Forest lands. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are also in effect prohibiting fire, campfire, or stove fire, including charcoal briquettes and smoking. Evacuations: All GO evacuation status’ have been decreased to SET. To check current evacuation statuses, an interactive evacuation map is available from the QR code below. Shelter for evacuees are open at the County Fairgrounds in St. Johns and the Alpine Community Center. Highway 260 is closed in both directions near Greer. For updated travel information: az511.com Safety: A temporary flight restriction has been issued over the fire area. It is illegal to fly drones within the area.

Please see the attached press release regarding the re-entry of residents evacuated for the Greer Fire.

Greer Fire Daily Update May 19th, 2025: Containment reported Acres: 20,425 Start Date: May 13, 2025 Location: Greer, AZ Cause: Under Investigation Personnel: Approximately 736 Fuels: Grass, Shrubs, Timber Containment: 38 percent Highlights: All lines hold after high winds continue to test fire perimeter. Operations: An extensive amount of work has been completed on all divisions of the fire since Tuesday. With multiple days of Red Flag Warnings and wind advisories, control lines have been tested and are holding. Crews were able to complete the remaining portions of the firing operation yesterday morning that connected Forest Rd 409 to the main fire on the south/southwestern edge. As a result of substantial work securing heat near the edge of the line, fire managers were able to add some containment to the fire this morning. Today, all available resources are actively working to secure the fire perimeter and cool hot spots to prevent the spread of the fire by wind-driven embers. A public meeting will be held today at the Round Valley High School auditorium at 6:00pm. The meeting will also be streamed live on the incident YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@GreerFire2025. Weather: Fire personnel are preparing for another Red Flag Warning issued over the fire today with critical fire weather conditions and strong winds expected – including gusts up to 40 mph. Smoke: Updated smoke forecast at https://www.azdeq.gov/wildfire/forecast/greerfire Closures: The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest has issued a closure order for parts of the National Forest lands. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are also in effect prohibiting fire, campfire, or stove fire, including charcoal briquettes and smoking. Evacuations: To check current evacuation statuses, an interactive evacuation map is available from the QR code below. Shelter for evacuees are open at the County Fairgrounds in St. Johns and the Alpine Community Center. Highway 260 is closed in both directions near Greer. For updated travel information: az511.com Safety: A temporary flight restriction has been issued over the fire area. It is illegal to fly drones within the area.

Effective May 19, 2025 Eagar Town Hall & facilities will resume standard operations and regular business hours. Thank you!

Fire information public meeting tomorrow evening at 6:00 pm at the high school auditorium

Greer Fire Daily Update May 18th, 2025: Fire edge tested under critical weather conditions Acres: 19, 121 Start Date: May 13, 2025 Location: Greer, AZ Cause: Under Investigation Personnel: Approximately 680 Fuels: Grass, Shrubs, Timber Containment: 0 percent Highlights: Today high winds will be another test for firefighters holding the firelines. Operations: Firing operations completed on Friday along HWY 260, State Route 261, and Forest Rd 409 proved to be successful yesterday as winds tested the fire’s edge. Crews were able to continue the largest remaining firing operation last night that connected Forest Rd 409 to the main fire on the south/southwestern edge. Today, all resources continue to secure the fire’s edge to prevent wind-blown embers from spreading the fire. Fire managers continually coordinate with Navopache Electric Cooperative to assess when it is safe to re-energize evacuated areas without power. The integrity of power lines and poles are still being tested from critical winds and potential damage from the fire. The incident management team’s goal, in coordination with the county emergency management and sheriff’s office is to re-populate and re-energize evacuated areas immediately once it is safe. Yesterday, a small area of heat crossed the line off Forest Road 373 north of Greer, illustrating how high winds continue to challenge control efforts. Numerous areas of residual heat remain close to the fireline and structures, where pockets of unburned fuel may ignite. To re-populate and increase containment, fire managers must ensure control lines are holding and hotspots near the perimeter are fully extinguished. Weather: Fire personnel are preparing for another Red Flag Warning in effect today with critical fire weather conditions and strong winds expected – including gusts up to 41 mph. Smoke: Updated smoke forecast at https://www.azdeq.gov/wildfire/forecast/greerfire Closures: The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest has issued a closure order for parts of the National Forest lands. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are also in effect prohibiting fire, campfire, or stove fire, including charcoal briquettes and smoking. Evacuations: To check current evacuation statuses, an interactive evacuation map is available from the QR code below. Shelter for evacuees are open at the County Fairgrounds in St. Johns and the Alpine Community Center. Highway 260 is closed in both directions near Greer. For updated travel information: az511.com Safety: A temporary flight restriction has been issued over the fire area. It is illegal to fly drones within the area.

We have a windy day ahead of us- Red Flag Warnings are in effect- NO BURNING

Greer Fire Daily Update May 17th, 2025: Successful firing operations aid in securing the fire edge Acres: 15,985 Start Date: May 13, 2025 Location: Greer, AZ Cause: Under Investigation Personnel: Approximately 490 Fuels: Grass, Shrubs, Timber Containment: 0 percent Highlights: Firefighters’ hard work over the past several days will be tested by higher winds today and tomorrow. Operations: Control lines continued to hold near Greer as firefighters reinforced the fire’s western edge. Firing operations south of HWY 260 on the north end of the fire, as well as at the intersection of 260 and 261 along completed dozer lines, were successful in limiting the fire’s spread to the north and northeast yesterday. Aerial resources were active on the eastern edge of the fire, supporting ground crews by slowing growth. Yesterday evening, firefighters finished prepping along 261 working south and began firing operations, continuing their efforts throughout the night. Today, firefighters are working to secure all completed holding lines, while aircraft continue to assist with water drops as weather conditions allow. Due to inaccessible terrain and limited holding features on the southern edge of the fire, firefighters are using aircraft to limit spread and scout for potential areas to hold the fire and tie in existing lines. Operational updates will be posted to the incidents Facebook page mid-morning daily for more detailed tactics and operational plans. Weather: Fire personnel are preparing for a red flag warning issued for this morning with critical fire weather today and tomorrow, as stronger winds with gusts to 35 and lower humidities are forecast. Smoke: Updated smoke forecast at https://www.azdeq.gov/wildfire/forecast/greerfire Closures: The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest has issued a closure order for parts of the National Forest lands. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are also in effect, prohibiting fire, campfire, or stove fire, including charcoal and briquettes and smoking. Evacuations: The Apache County Sheriff’s Office has issued multiple evacuation orders. GO: Greer, South Fork, and residents west of Highway 261. Eagar, south of HWY 260 and West of River Road SET: All Eagar residents south of State Route 260 and between River Road and the SR260/180 junction. All residents south of SR 260, north of Forest Service Rd 85, and between Water Canyon Rd and US-191/180 and all residents north of SR 260 and west of Burk Rd, this includes residents in Springerville, AZ that are west of US-191. There is an interactive evacuation map linked below in the QR code link tree. Shelter for evacuees are open at the County Fairgrounds in St. Johns and the Alpine Community Center. Highway 260 is closed in both directions near Greer. For updated travel information: az511.com Safety: A temporary flight restriction has been issued over the fire area. It is illegal to fly drones within the area.

May 16, 2025 afternoon update for Greer Fire: Firing operations on the north end of the fire have been successful throughout the day and will continue overnight. Fire spread east of Highway 261 has remained minimal, as firefighters hold the line with support from aerial water drops. Fire has not spread north of 260 and has held because of the firing operations. On the west side near Greer, containment lines are holding well, and crews are working to cool remaining hot spots. Some fire activity continues on the southern edge, where aerial resources are being used to cool the area while firefighters prepare additional containment lines further south, away from the fire’s edge. Photo: Type 1 helicopter filling water from Greer Lakes today to support ground crews' efforts.

Smoke has been a big concern for the residents affected by the Greer Fire- Thankfully, we have worked with our ADEQ partners to get a smoke monitor for the area. You can check the status of the air quality at https://phoenixvis.net/PPMmain.aspx?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwKUldtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHsU5NIJoUBMa1SA-6eoP1Bh1dCqZVkqspb-3j2m6W9p0wGWH8tkECimE8WvI_aem_R4-YP-2WnXDWy9ZwG3cZew

Greer Fire Daily Update: May 16th, 2025 Lighter winds aid aerial response to Greer Fire Acres: 12,615 Start Date: May 13, 2025 Location: Greer, AZ Cause: Under Investigation Personnel: Approximately 519 Fuels: Grass, Shrubs, Timber Containment: 0 percent Highlights: Firefighters work day and night ahead of expected stronger winds this weekend. Operations: Containment lines held near Greer as firefighters focused on mopping up hot spots and reinforcing the fire’s western edge. Yesterday a small, strategic firing operation near Fish Canyon helped stop further spread where the fire had crossed the Little Colorado River. On the northeast side, crews conducted firing operations along Udall Road and Highway 261 while building contingency dozer lines to slow potential northern movement. Some fire did cross east of Highway 261 but was met with aggressive aerial and ground suppression. More than 100 homes south of Eagar were assessed for fire risk, and structure protection planning is underway. Today, fire crews are reinforcing containment lines. Mop-up operations are underway on the western flank, while on the northern edge, crews are constructing contingency dozer lines and preparing for potential firing operations if needed to strengthen control. Structure protection teams are actively assessing homes south of Eagar and implementing protection strategies in the event the fire moves into those areas. Aerial operations were critical throughout the day yesterday, including bucket work from helicopters, scooper drops, and new retardant lines on the southeastern flank. Two additional Type 1 helicopters are expected to arrive today to strengthen air support and firefighters will continue utilizing multiple aircraft along all divisions of the fire. Weather: Similar weather is expected today, with even drier air and gusts around 25 mph. Fire managers are preparing for near-critical fire weather this weekend, as stronger winds and lower humidity are forecast for Saturday and Sunday. Smoke: Today smoke will be similar to yesterday and disperse to the northeast with light to moderate impacts to Eagar and Springerville. Closures: The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest has issued a closure order for parts of the National Forest lands. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are also in effect, prohibiting fire, campfire, or stove fire, including charcoal and briquettes and smoking. Evacuations: The Apache County Sheriff’s Office has issued multiple evacuation orders. GO: Greer, South Fork, and residents west of Highway 261. Eagar, south of HWY 260 and West of River Road SET: All Eagar residents south of State Route 260 and between River Road and the SR260/180 junction. All residents south of SR 260, north of Forest Service Rd 85, and between Water Canyon Rd and US-191/180 and all residents north of SR 260 and west of Burk Rd, this includes residents in Springerville, AZ that are west of US-191. Shelter for evacuees are open at the County Fairgrounds in St. Johns and the Alpine Community Center. Highway 260 is closed in both directions near Greer. For updated travel information: az511.com Safety: A temporary flight restriction has been issued over the fire area. It is illegal to fly drones within the area.

Please for your safety stay out of the evacuated areas.

Updated map from Apache County Emergency Management.

Please see link to watch a live stream of tonight’s meeting: https://www.youtube.com/live/8PeWOidfh64 Courtesy of Wes McBride: Let’s go Elks YouTube channel.

Attention residents: Town Hall is currently closed due to the wildfire, we will have a member of staff available to assist you by phone if needed today 5/15/25 928-333-4128.