UPDATE to Brady Fire and Evacuation Information – Yavapai County Office of Emergency Management

The Yavapai County Office of Emergency Management (YCOEM) is working  closely with the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) and other fire agencies involved with the Brady  Fire near Mayer, Arizona.  

At this time, YCSO has put zones YCU-2174-B and YCU-2216 on GO status. This is the Pine Flats area. YCSO has forest road 67 out of Mayer blocked and deputies monitoring it.

Please be advised that fire apparatus and emergency vehicles are actively operating in the area. We urge  all residents and travelers to keep roads clear to allow these vehicles to maneuver. Exercise caution when  driving, and do not obstruct the path of emergency responders. Your cooperation is crucial in allowing  them to reach affected locations quickly and safely. 

The American Red Cross has set up an evacuation shelter at Mayer High School, located at 17300 E Mule  Deer Dr, Spring Valley, AZ 86333, for residents that have evacuated. 

Sheltering for barn animals is available at Arizona Downs, located at 10445 County Fair Trail, Prescott  Valley, AZ, 86315, provided by Large Animal Sheltering and Emergency Readiness (LASER). 

We remind all Yavapai County residents of the importance of maintaining READY status, preparing for,  and staying aware of any possible hazards threatening your community. Register for the emergency  notification system at www.ycsoaz.gov, make an emergency evacuation and communication plan, and  follow reputable and reliable sources for information. Residents in the unincorporated areas of Yavapai  County should visit Protect.Genasys.com to identify their evacuation zone. Record this information and  keep it in an easily accessible place within your home. For more information on how to be prepared for  wildfires and other emergencies, please visit www.yavapaiready.gov