Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
Arizona is taking on cartel-driven trafficking, and it’s working.
Operation Desert Guardian is Arizona’s first statewide unified command, bringing together 12 local and state law enforcement agencies to go after Drug, human, and weapons trafficking. From December 2025 through September 2026, Operation Desert Guardian has led to 8,900+ pounds of drugs seized, 127 weapons confiscated, $19+ million in illicit drug street value intercepted, and over 2,900 ODG-related arrests made.
It doesn’t replace local law enforcement. It connects them. Thank you to every partner agency, Trooper, deputy, officer, and analyst keeping Arizona’s highways, communities, and neighborhoods safe.
@AZDPSHwyPatrol @AZDOHS @AZGOYFF @DEMAArizona @AZDHS @cc_sheriff @YavapaiSheriff @navajo_s @PinalCSO Coconino County Sheriff's Office, Greenlee County Sheriff's Office, La Paz County Sheriff's Office
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
On #NationalFirstRespondersDay, we honor the brave firefighters, LE officers, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, & emergency personnel who run toward danger to protect our communities.
Thank you for your sacrifice, resilience, & service 24/7/365. 🚑🚒👮♂️🏼🌵🛡️
#AZEIN #Publicsafety
Funding readiness, building resilience. 💼🏛️
Behind every emergency drill, mitigation project, and disaster recovery effort is essential funding. DEMA’s Grant Administration Branch manages vital state and federal grants that empower communities across Arizona 🌵🛡️
#DEMA
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
Select Inner Canyon Trails Reopen in Grand Canyon National Park
GRAND CANYON, Ariz. – Hikers can once again explore several inner-canyon trails. These trails have reopened following repairs after trail damage caused by recent flooding.
The South Kaibab Trail below The Tipoff and the entire River Trail, connecting the South Kaibab to the Bright Angel Trail, has reopened to hikers. The Bright Angel Trail between Mile-and-a-Half Resthouse and Havasupai Gardens has reopened to hikers only. This section will remain closed to stock use as crews continue to repair additional trail damage.
Trail crews will continue technical repairs along the Bright Angel Trail. Hikers should expect intermittent closures and delays and should follow crew instructions and posted signs. Be aware that closure times may change with little notice. Hikers should allow extra time and be prepared for slower travel.
Water will remain off at Mile-and-a-Half and Three-Mile Resthouses, as well as at Havasupai Gardens for the remainder of the winter season. Hikers must bring all their own water, along with appropriate filtration or water treatment equipment. Hikers are reminded to plan carefully for their trips, carry adequate supplies and be prepared for changes in conditions.
Emergency response times may be delayed in the inner canyon, and rescue is not guaranteed. Hikers should assess their abilities, prepare for changing conditions and understand the risks before beginning their trip.
The Black Bridge, Silver Bridge, Phantom Ranch and the entire North Kaibab Trail remain closed. These closures are in place to protect public safety while recovery and assessment efforts continue. Visitors who enter closed areas in violation of the park closure order may be cited.
Before visiting, hikers should check the park’s Key Hiking Messages webpage for current trail conditions, water availability, closures and other important safety information.
go.nps.gov/gc-hkm (16134)
NPS Photo - South Kaibab Trail below Cedar Ridge.
ALT With a cliff wall in the background, several hikers are descending a steep trail that looks like a series of stair steps.
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
🌳 Wildfire risk doesn’t end with summer! 🔥
Dry conditions continue into fall—clear debris around your home and create defensible space to protect your property.
#WildfireSafety #FallPrep #StaySafe ein.az.gov/hazards/wildfire
Mission-critical and always connected. 📡⚡
Behind every coordinated emergency response is reliable communication. DEMA’s Communications Section manages the vital voice and data networks that power the State Emergency Operations Center and its mobile command units.
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
Way to go, Republic Services 👏👏👏
ADEQ's Community Liaison Roxanne L. delivered a bronze-level #VESP award to Republic Services' Cactus Landfill in Florence! They have met compliance requirements for the past three years.
➡️ azdeq.gov/VESP
DEMA Stronger together! 🤝⚡
Along w/ local, state, tribal, and federal stakeholders at Great Wolf Lodge for multi-agency Active Shooter Incident Management (ASIM) training.
Drills like this build seamless coordination to protect Arizona communities. 🛡️🌵 #Training
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
⚠️ Flash Flood Warning ⚠️ extended until 12:00 AM MST Friday for portions of Yavapai County.
This includes Montezuma Castle N.M. and Montezuma Well. More info: weather.gov/fgz/wwa?wfo=KFGZ…. #azwx
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
The Nevada Office of Emergency Management represented the state of Nevada at the National Emergency Management Association (NEMA) Annual Forum in Little Rock, Arkansas this week, joining more than 640 emergency management leaders from across the nation.
Every year, federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial emergency management professionals gather to collaborate on national policy initiatives, share best practices, and discuss innovative strategies to strengthen national resilience. NV OEM continued fostering relationships with other states, creating partnerships that help Nevadans before, during and after disasters.
Thank you NEMA for another great year!
Last year, DEMA was proud to join community partners and advocates at the Copa Health 12th Annual Emergency Preparedness Conference.
Ensuring individuals with access and functional needs are ready for any emergency. 🛡️✨
#CopaHealth #DEMA #AZPrepared #WholeCommunity
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
The Office of Emergency Management got a spooky makeover yesterday for Trunk or Treat Nevada in Reno, hosted by Nevada DMV. 🎃
We're proud to partner with the DMV, Nevada State Police, NDOT, Washoe County and first responders to hand out candy and teach the community about disaster preparedness.
Last week, tribal, county, and federal emergency management partners conducted a multi-agency coordination exercise. Exercises like this test our inter-agency communications, Joint Information System, and mutual aid workflows #EmergencyManagement #AZPrepared #WholeCommunity
🌍 International ShakeOut Day is October 15! 🏠
Know how to protect yourself during an earthquake: Drop, Cover, and Hold On!
#ShakeOut #EarthquakePreparedness #SafetyFirst ein.az.gov/hazards/earthquak…
Last month, DEMA’s Planning Branch Manager joined experts at @ASU's Center for Heat Preparedness for the Extreme Heat & Health Governance Symposium! ☀️🌡️
Daisy Maese spoke on managing persistent hazards & how response systems adapt to extreme heat.
#HeatPreparedness #ASU
ALT Panel discussion taking place on stage at the Extreme Heat and Health Governance Symposium inside the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism. Above the panel, a large screen titled "Managing Persistent Hazards: Extreme Heat and the Systems That Respond" displays headshots and titles for speakers, including Daisy Maese, Planning Branch Manager for the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (DEMA). An audience sits in the foreground watching the presentation.
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
When the ground shakes, every second counts. Take cover under sturdy furniture or interior walls, away from windows. Practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" with your family to stay safe. #YavapaiCounty #EarthquakeSafety #DropCoverHoldOn #PreparednessTips
ALT Image of a family practicing earthquake safety by crouching under a wooden table and covering their heads. Text overlay reads: “Identify sturdy spots in your home, such as under tables or against interior walls, where you can take cover.” YavapaiReady.gov and Yavapai County Office of Emergency Management branding are at the bottom.
Effective emergency response takes teamwork across borders! 🤝
We joined Sonora Protección Civil, Santa Cruz County EM & Somerton Fire for the 2026 HAZMAT Functional Exercise along the border.
Together, we're building a safer, more prepared region! 🌵 #Hazmat #binational
Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs retweeted
The 2026 Community Challenge Grant is now open!
The Community Challenge Grant focuses on encouraging and promoting citizen involvement in long-term local community forestry programs. Local and tribal governments, non-profit organizations and public educational institutions are encouraged to apply.
For more information: dffm.az.gov/grants/community…
#AZForestry #UrbanForestry
