Arizona Courier News

severe flash flood warning today for Pinal in Maricopa counties. Remember never enter A flooded wash or roadway!!!

https://alerts.weather.gov/cap/wwacapget.php?x=AZ12640D3E5F48.FlashFloodWarning.12640D4AE45CAZ.PSRFFWPSR.c7f08f51ed7443580a73319c48913a9b

alerts.weather.gov The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Maricopa County in south central Arizona... Pinal County in southeastern Arizona... * Until 915 PM MST Wednesday. * At 310 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Up t...

It's almost the weekend! What are YOUR plans, Arizona? Let's hear 'em!

The Apache Junction Police Department has updated the patch worn by all its officers. Take a look. https://www.apachejunctionaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/25587/AJPD-Patch-NR?bidId=

Thank you Angels on Patrol!

Our officers came into contact with a individual needing assistance. The male stated he was asking for money to get a bus ticket back to California to be with his mother who is struggling with her battle with cancer. Officers were able to verify his situation and because of the Angels on Patrol program, we were able to purchase a bus ticket for him to get to California to be with his mother.

We are very appreciative of the professional partnerships we have made that continue to best help our community members. Thank you Angels on Patrol!

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Sign up now for our upcoming Community Engagement Academy and obtain a personal view of what a day in the life of a police officer in your neighborhood is like. Spots are limited, and registration fills up fast! Follow the link below to register.
https://www.mesaazpolice.gov/community/community-engagement-academy

She's here for all of us, let's be here for her.

Learn more about the devastation that has rocked Detective White, her family, and her Kentucky hometown.

https://mesapd.blogspot.com/2022/08/the-career-that-comes-with-extended.html

Check out the special interest classes we have coming up in September. Visit https://secure.rec1.com/AZ/apache-junction-parks-recreation-az/catalog for more information on these classes and registration.

Lane Restriction Advisory – Ironwood Drive

Road workers will be restricting a lane this week on northbound Ironwood Drive near Ray Road to connect a water line. The work is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., this week, Monday through Friday. Questions regarding the project are being fielded at (480) 982-1055.

Fentanyl is deadly! It’s reaching the hands of various ages and also is being found in counterfeit prescription drugs. Be aware, be informed, and help each other in saving life’s by stopping the use of this drug. One Pill Can Kill!

Today, in support of the Drug Enforcement Adminstration (DEA) National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, we want our followers and community to be more aware of the devastation this drug has done to families across America.

To learn more go to https://facingfentanylnow.org or www.dea.gov/onepill.

We are so appreciative of all our seniors in the AJ community! For more information about Senior Services offered by the city visit: https://www.apachejunctionaz.gov/480/Senior-Services

Severe weather is expected this weekend Pinal County, Maricopa Counties with high winds and flooding!

August 19, 2022

Rural Metro Fire Advises That You Turn Around, Don’t Drown
San Tan Valley, Florence, Queen Creek!!

TURN AROUND - DON't DROWN!!!

Each year more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other severe weather hazard. The Centers for Disease Control report that more than half of all flood- related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous floodwater. The next highest percentage of flood-related deaths is due to walking into or near floodwaters.

“People underestimate the force and power of water,” Rural Metro Fire Central Arizona says. “Too many people ignore barriers and walk or drive into flooded roadways and walkways.”
Rural Metro Fire encourages everyone to be safe and follow The National Weather Service’s warning message, “Turn Around, Don't Drown®.”

Follow these safety rules:

• If flooding occurs, get to higher ground – stay away from flood-prone areas, including dips, low
spots, valleys, ditches, washes, etc.
• Avoid flooded areas or those with rapid water flow – do not attempt to cross a flowing stream, it
takes only six inches of fast-flowing water to sweep you off your feet

• Don’t allow children to play near high water, storm drains or ditches – hidden dangers could lie
beneath the water

• Flooded roads could have significant damage hidden by floodwaters – NEVER drive through
floodwaters or on flooded roads. Most vehicles can float away in only two feet of water.

• Do not camp or park your vehicle along streams and washouts, particularly when threatening
conditions exist

• Be especially cautious when driving at night as it is harder to recognize flood dangers

• Monitor NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for vital weather-related information

More information on flood safety is available through the National Weather Service, noaa.gov/floods, or the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, flash.org.

Metro Fire Central Arizona

Lane Restriction Advisory – Ironwood Drive

Road workers will be restricting a lane next week on northbound Ironwood Drive near Ray Road to connect a water line. The work is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 22 to Friday, Aug. 26. Questions regarding the project are being fielded at (480) 982-1055.

Downed Powerlines from a a microburst hit small businesses on Ironwood in Apache Junction yesterday resulting in a power outage. Superstition Fire arrived at the location 124 S Ironwood and told business owners and customers to please leave the property as the power lines were reportedly on top of the building.

No one was hurt and it is not known if the lines have been repaired at this time. Photos by Bridgette Crosby

Firefighters arrive and ask business owners and customers to leave the property.

We are excited to introduce our new Firefighter Recruits. They will begin their academy on August 22nd and will be proudly serving our community in December. Please welcome, from left, Chase Andrews, Apolo Taase, Steven Hammer, and Alex Avakian.

Mesa Police Officers arrest a man for violently killing another man in east Mesa, read more here 👇
https://mesapd.blogspot.com/2022/08/man-arrested-after-violently-killing.html

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey Closing Gaps in Border Wall near Yuma citing inaction by the Federal Government.

From Oct 2021 to June 2022, the Yuma sector saw...... 235,230.... migrant aka illegal immigrant encounters....coming across the Border.

Illegal immigrants are crossing our International Border as easily as we cross state lines. When apprehended by local authorities and law enforcement, if Border Patrol does not arrive within an hour, often times, these illegal immigrants are simply let go on US Soil.

Due to the lack of Federal Action and repeated requests for the Government to fulfill it's duty on the International Border with Mexico, Governor Doug Ducey issued an Executive Order, authorizing the The Dept of Emergency Services to close the gaps in Arizona's southern border wall immediately.

The Order stated in part, "Based on information gathered by the Az Dept of Emergency Management Services and the Arizona National Guard, the Federal Government has failed to protect our Great State, which has resulted in imminent danger to Arizona and its citizens, and Whereas, as Governor of Arizona, it is necessary to and appropriate to protect the lives and safety of the citizens of Arizona."

The gaps are currently being filled with shipping containers in an effort to stop the continual flood of drugs, cartel members, illegal immigrants, and human smuggling which is currently at an all time high.

Arizona is now taking action and filling gaps on the border with 60 double-stacked shipping containers, reinforced with concertina wire at the top.

The shipping containers will reach about 22-feet high. The state-owned, 8,800-pound, 9-by-40-feet containers will be linked together and welded shut. The panels of the border wall constructed during the Trump administration are 30-feet high.

Arizona deploys shipping containers in border wall Arizona began moving in shipping containers to close a 1,000-foot gap in the border wall near the southern Arizona farming community of Yuma on Friday, with ...

Bring your beach blanket, lawn chair and your bathing suit and enjoy a nice evening outside at the Superstition shadows Aquatic Center. Disney's Luca is presented by SRP and gates open at 7:15pm. All children 7 years and younger must be within arms reach of a parent at all times.

We hope to see you there and if you have any questions please call us at 480-474-5240 or email us at [email protected].

GOOD MORNING, ARIZONA! Only 10 days into to August!

Remember, heat is still the Number One weather related killer in the Southwest! Even though we are in the midst of the Monsoon Season, heat is still an issue, especially with the increased humidity!

Drink lots of water, stay cool, listen to your body!

Learn more Heat Safety Tips here: https://www.weather.gov/psr/HeatSafety

Hit and run driver arrested after striking 4-year-old with vehicle. Read more here 👇

https://mesapd.blogspot.com/2022/08/hit-and-run-suspect-arrested-after.html

August Adoption Fees!

Dogs 7 years & under : $50
Cats 7 years & under: $25
All animals 8 years and over: Fee Waived

*Licensing fees may apply*
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UPDATE: 09/08/2022 AT 11:45 a.m., the suspect in this case was identified through a Silent Witness tip and arrested on 09/07/2022.

Do you know this man? Take a good look, if you have any information call us or contact Silent Witness.
https://silentwitness.org/cases/aggravated-assault-2-adult-victims-1559-s-gilbert-road/

Kohl's Department Store employees raised over $3,800 dollars towards the Back to School Shop with a Cop event yesterday! Officers were paired up with youth from A New Leaf non-profit to purchase clothing items for school. We appreciate our community!

Distracted Driving is a high percentage of reasons for collisions and at times road rage. It is also illegal. Be aware, focus on driving, and be safe.

Please Stop for School Buses and Let’s Keep Our Children Safe!

Free Dump Week is coming up in a couple weeks! To find out more information visit the link below:⤵️
https://www.apachejunctionaz.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2146

The 2022-2023 school year is upon us. Please pay extra attention for students walking to and from school when you are driving on our roadways. Have a safe school year Mesa!