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BOULDER CITY, Nev. – Lake Mead National Recreation Area officials are reopening the park Tuesday after closing on August 19 as a safety precaution in anticipation of the arrival of Tropical Storm Hilary.   “Thankfully, there were no injuries and facilities received minimal damage in the wake of this storm,” said Acting Superintendent Mike Gauthier. “We are pleased to announce we are open for business again.”  Most facilities and services are fully operational. The exceptions are the concessioner-operated Las Vegas Boat Harbor, which was severely damaged in an August 18 monsoon, and the Callville Bay Marina, which is currently without power. There is also currently…

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…

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…

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…