FLAGSTAFF, AZ — APS is warning customers in high fire-risk areas of east Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon that they will face temporary power shutoffs starting as early as 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 27. The power outages may last from 12 to 24 hours.
WATCH as APS officials provide information on the planned shut-offs:
APS says the outages are a proactive measure due to severe fire weather conditions.
APS meteorologists and fire mitigation specialists are closely tracking the situation, which is expected to worsen by the weekend because of dry terrain, low humidity, and high winds.
Impacted customers have already been notified by APS.
Ten thousand customers may be impacted in the following areas:
- Doney Park
- Timberline
- Fernwood
- Mormon Lake
- Cosnino
- Sunset Crater
- Walnut Canyon
- Valle
- Some east Flagstaff neighborhoods
- Tusayan
- Grand Canyon National Park – south and east rims
Preparations for a power outage
- If you rely on life-sustaining medical equipment requiring electricity, register for the APS Medical Care program at 602-371-7171 or 800-253-9405. This notifies APS of your needs in the event of an outage.
- Build your emergency kit containing flashlights, batteries, non-perishable food, and bottles of water.
- Check your smoke detectors’ batteries and ensure they will function without power.
- Learn how to manually open your electric garage door or security gates.
- Check on your neighbors to see if they need help preparing.
During the power outage, residents should:
- Use generators safely (outside and away from windows).
- Disconnect appliances and electronics to avoid damage from electrical surges.
- Keep refrigerators and freezers closed to retain temperatures.
- Visit the Murdoch Center (203 E Brannen Ave) during the outage to get information, charge medical devices, phones or small electronics, refrigerate medicine, or grab a bottle of water.
- Monitor the APS Outage Map for outage times.
The City of Flagstaff prepares annually for the possibility of these types of power outages.
Potable water will continue to flow to City residents as normal, and there will be no impact on the Fire Department’s ability to respond to and fight fires.
Residents may notice temporary impacts to some streetlights or recreation facilities and services. More information on these temporary impacts will be shared at Flagstaff.az.gov/PSPS as it becomes available.
FLAGSTAFF WATER AND ICE DISTRIBUTION
APS is distributing free frozen ice.
Location:
Flagstaff Mall Parking Lot - 4650 N US Hwy 89 - at the northeast corner of the mall
Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Residents can visit the Murdoch Center (203 E Brannen Ave) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 27 to charge medical devices, phones or small electronics and refrigerate medicine.
GRAND CANYON AREA/VILLAGE WATER AND ICE DISTRIBUTION
Location:
NPS Facilities Complex
1574 Shuttle Bus Road
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
Distribution Schedule:
Friday 3 – 7 pm
Saturday 9 am – 1 pm
Each household may receive up to four (4) bags of ice and one (1) flat of bottled water each day of distribution, while supplies last. Households must pick up supplies during each day's scheduled distribution to receive that day's allocation. Supplies cannot be picked up in advance or carried over to another day.
DESERT VIEW WATER AND ICE DISTRIBUTION:
Water and ice distribution will also be available for Desert View residents.
Location:
Fire Station 4
1403 Colter Rd
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
Distribution hours are still being finalized and will be announced through official park communication channels as soon as they are confirmed.
IF YOU CAN'T PICK UP SUPPLIES DURING DISTRIBUTION HOUR
If you are unable to pick up supplies for any reason, two options are available:
Option 1 – Have Someone Pick Up Supplies for You
A family member, friend, coworker, or neighbor may pick up supplies on your behalf.
They should know your:
- Name
- Physical address
- Phone number
If you are picking up supplies for another household, please let distribution staff know when you arrive.
Option 2 – Arrange an Alternate Pickup
If you are unable to attend the scheduled distribution times and cannot arrange for someone else to pick up supplies, please call: 928-405-2068
Park staff will work with you to identify an alternate pickup solution whenever possible.
Please use this number only if you are unable to attend the scheduled distribution times and cannot have someone pick up supplies on your behalf.
COOLING AND CHARGING STATIONS (SATURDAY)
If a Public Safety Power Shutoff occurs, the following locations will be available for cooling, charging electronic devices, and receiving community information:
Locations and times:
Albright Training Center 8 am – 6 pm
1 Albright Ave
Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023
Need Assistance Getting to a Cooling and Charging Station?
If you need assistance getting to the Albright Training Center cooling and charging station, please call 928-405-2068. Park staff will work with you to identify available transportation or other assistance whenever possible.
Grand Canyon Airport (American Red Cross) 8 am – 5 pm
1542 Liberator Dr
Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023
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