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Dam operations altered due to rain

Due to recent rain storms and in anticipation of additional storms in southern California and Arizona, the Bureau of Reclamation is reducing water releases from Davis and Parker dams on the lower Colorado River. The reduced releases at both dams is expected to continue possibly through Wednesday, Aug. 23. At Parker Dam, north of Parker, Arizona, hourly releases have been reduced to approximately 1,800 cubic feet per second (cfs). Hourly releases at Davis Dam, north of Laughlin, Nevada, will be reduced to approximately 2,300 cfs beginning tonight at 11 p.m. MST and may fluctuate between 2,300 cfs and 3,900 cfs…

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Bullhead City is Preparing for Hilary 

The City of Bullhead City is preparing for and standing by to respond to the remnants of Hurricane Hilary. The National Weather Service is closely monitoring Hurricane Hilary, which is expected to bring multiple rounds of moderate and heavy rain beginning this afternoon and possibly lasting through Wednesday across Northwest Arizona, Southern California, and Southern Nevada.              “The City’s Emergency team is standing by to respond to the effects of the heavy storm activity being predicted by the National Weather Service,” said City Manager Toby Cotter. “The City staff, Mayor D’Amico, and public safety staff have attended multiple briefings from the…

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Bullhead City is Preparing for Hilary 

The City of Bullhead City is preparing for and standing by to respond to the remnants of Hurricane Hilary. The National Weather Service is closely monitoring Hurricane Hilary, which is expected to bring multiple rounds of moderate and heavy rain beginning this afternoon and possibly lasting through Wednesday across Northwest Arizona, Southern California, and Southern Nevada.              “The City’s Emergency team is standing by to respond to the effects of the heavy storm activity being predicted by the National Weather Service,” said City Manager Toby Cotter. “The City staff, Mayor D’Amico, and public safety staff have attended multiple briefings from the…

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Red Cross preparing for inclement weather

In response to Tropical Storm Hilary, the Southern Arizona Chapter of the American Red Cross is collaborating with Emergency Management in LA Paz, Pima, and Yuma Counties. Volunteers are on standby in case emergency shelters are needed. Courtney Slanaker, Executive Director of Southern AZ, said, “Thanks to our incredible cadre of volunteers and staff, we are prepared to shelter people potentially displaced by the storm.” Slanaker emphasized the extreme dangers and unpredictability of flash flooding, especially on the roadways and dry riverbeds that cross over a street. Even a small amount of water can knock you off your feet. Only…

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Red Cross preparing for inclement weather

In response to Tropical Storm Hilary, the Southern Arizona Chapter of the American Red Cross is collaborating with Emergency Management in LA Paz, Pima, and Yuma Counties. Volunteers are on standby in case emergency shelters are needed. Courtney Slanaker, Executive Director of Southern AZ, said, “Thanks to our incredible cadre of volunteers and staff, we are prepared to shelter people potentially displaced by the storm.” Slanaker emphasized the extreme dangers and unpredictability of flash flooding, especially on the roadways and dry riverbeds that cross over a street. Even a small amount of water can knock you off your feet. Only…

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Updated Public Safety Announcement Anticipates Impact From Hurricane Hilary

As Hurricane Hilary moves towards the West Coast, Lake Havasu City is preparing for potentially severe weather conditions over the upcoming days. The city continues to closely monitor the situation and taking proactive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents and visitors. Given the latest forecast from the National Weather Services, Lake Havasu City is currently under a High Wind Warning and is likely to experience adverse weather conditions such as heavy rainfall, strong winds, and potential flooding. These weather conditions are predicted to impact our region today at 2:00 p.m. through 5:00 a.m. Monday, August 21,…

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