FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The City of Flagstaff continues to respond to widespread flooding following Sunday’s historic storm, mobilizing all available first responders and city personnel to assist with recovery efforts across the community.
City crews are conducting damage assessments, clearing debris, repairing damaged infrastructure and working to reopen roads in areas impacted by the flooding.
Officials are urging residents to avoid heavily affected neighborhoods, including Downtown Flagstaff, Southside, Country Club, Soliere, Foxglenn and Continental. Residents are also warned to stay out of floodwaters, which may contain harmful bacteria, viruses, chemicals and sharp debris.
Residents Asked to Report Flood Damage
The City is asking residents whose homes sustained flood damage to submit reports through its online Storm Damage Reporting Portal.
The reports will help officials document the extent of the flooding and support local and state damage assessments.
City officials emphasize that submitting a damage report does not constitute an application for financial assistance. The reporting system should only be used for damage to homes, not outbuildings, trees or fences.
Emergency Shelter and Assistance Available
An Emergency Operations Center has been activated to coordinate response and recovery operations.
The American Red Cross has established an emergency shelter at Sinagua Middle School, 3950 E. Butler Avenue, for residents displaced or otherwise impacted by the flooding. The shelter provides meals, snacks, drinking water, health support and information about additional assistance programs.
The Coconino County Call Center is also available Monday, November 2, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 928-679-8525. Residents can call for information about evacuation orders, sandbag locations and road conditions.
Anyone experiencing an emergency should call 911.
City Facilities Closed Monday, Essential Services Continue
Flagstaff’s administrative offices and non-essential facilities are closed Monday to allow city employees and emergency personnel to focus on flood response and recovery.
Closures include City Hall, public libraries, recreation centers and the Flagstaff Visitor Center.
Despite the closures, trash, recycling and bulk trash collection services are operating on their regular schedules.
City officials also confirmed that Flagstaff’s drinking water supply has not been impacted by the flooding and remains safe to drink.
Foxglenn Park, located at 4200 E. Butler Avenue, remains closed due to flooding.
Election Day Voting to Continue as Scheduled
Despite the ongoing recovery efforts, the City confirmed that voting operations at city facilities will proceed as scheduled on Tuesday, November 3.
Officials continue to encourage residents to avoid flooded areas and allow emergency personnel and public works crews the space needed to complete recovery operations.
The City also expressed its appreciation to first responders throughout the region who have worked tirelessly during Sunday’s flooding and other recent severe weather events.
Flagscanner will continue providing updates as additional information becomes available regarding road closures, recovery efforts and public safety concerns.
