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The Environmental Protection Office will be collecting old appliance and tire roadside pick up, Starting September 5, 2023 through the end of September 22, 2023.
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Rain chances further increase today with a greater threat for flash flooding. Flood Watches are in effect or much of the area today.
Some strong to severe storms will also be possible during the afternoon and evening. The primary threat will be damaging winds with some small hail possible.
Chances for thunderstorms linger Saturday before drier, warmer conditions set in for the start of next week.
Attention Tribal Vendors, the booth reservation application for the 2023 Quechan Indian Days Celebration is now available.
The EDA office will be accepting Booth Reservation Applications on September 5, 2023 beginning at 8:00 a.m. The Booth Reservation Application will be on a first-come, first-serve basis.
All vendors must be present to complete a Booth Reservation Application, which includes the opportunity to pick their booth.
All Tribal Vendors must possess a Business Permit valid through the last day of this event.
All food vendors must possess a valid Food Handler Certificate. Please visit the free online IHS Food Handler training at https://www.ihs.gov/foodhandler to obtain one.
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Welcome, Dove Hunters.
The hours for the opening of the 2023 dove season will be:
Friday, September 01, 2023 at 3:00 am
Saturday, September 02, 2023 at 3:00 am
Sunday, September 03, 2023 at 3:00 am
Monday, September 04, 2023 at 3:00 am (Fish and Game will be open)
Tuesday, September 05, 2023 will resume normal business hours of 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday.
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Extreme HeatRisk for most locations through Tuesday evening.
Isolated showers and storms possible across south-central AZ high terrain; mainly north and east of Phoenix through mid-week.
Better rain chances (20-50%) across the region on Thursday and Friday.
CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS BRIEFING
• Increased to Extreme HeatRisk for southeast California on Monday and Tuesday
• Introduced a minor risk for thunderstorms for most areas on Thursday and Friday
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Return of extreme heat with Major HeatRisk by Sunday.
Daily slight (10-30%) shower and storm chances across south-central AZ high terrain; mainly north and east of Phoenix.
CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS BRIEFING
Lowered thunderstorm risk to Little to None/Green.
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The phone lines at the Quechan Enrollment office are back up and functioning.
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The phone lines at the Enrollment Department are down.
They should be back up on Thursday, August 24, 2023, afternoon.
The best way to communicate with the Enrollment department is through email.
The email address is enrollmentclerk@quechantribe.com
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Temperatures warm-up through the week.
Daily thunderstorm chances expected through the week across the south-central AZ high terrain. Chances continue across the lower deserts through Thursday before drier conditions prevail.
Best chances for showers and thunderstorms are expected Wednesday as a weather system moves through the region.
Temperatures warm up near to above normal for the latter part of the week with Moderate HeatRisk.
Updated 08/21/2023 11:00 am:
The Temporary Shelter located at Paradise Event Center is now closed. The cooling Center at the Quechan Community Center has now reopened and is back to normal operation. Hours are daily 10am to 10pm.
Updated 08/20/2023 7:47 am:
Power to the reservation has been restored.
Update 08/19/2023 4:47 pm:
Due to the power outage and unknown repair timeline, the Paradise Event Center is now open for temporary shelter until power is restored.
Original Post:
There is a power outage affecting the Fort Yuma Indian Reservation and surrounding Imperial County areas. IID is aware of the outage and is working to restore power.
Currently there is no timeline when the repairs will be completed.
There will not be school for the San Pasqual students on Monday, August 21, 2023.sc
There will not be Head Start school on Monday, August 21, 2023.
Off and On power outages have been reported across the Reservation. Please follow reporting guidelines by contacting IID with your address so they can isolate outage locations.
Update 08/20/2013 12:50 pm:
Blowing Dust Advisory in effect until 7:00 pm this evening.
Original Post:
HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
11 PM MST THIS EVENING...
Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected in Parker Valley, Kofa, Yuma, Central La Paz County, Southeast Yuma County and Gila River Valley from 11 AM this morning to 11 PM MST this evening.
Very difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects will become airborne. Moderate tree and
minor structural damage possible.
Widespread rainfall totals of 1-4" probable in SE California with isolated accumulations in excess of 5 inches possible resulting in significant and possibly locally catastrophic impacts today.
· Much lower amounts generally closer to 0.10-1.00" across south-central Arizona with higher amounts across southern Gila County.
· High winds in excess of 60 mph expected across SE California and SW Arizona later today. Gusts in excess of 40 mph possible across south-central Arizona.
· Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds possible with a risk for a few spin-up tornadoes across SE California and SW Arizona.
CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS BRIEFING
• High Wind Warning issued for southeast California and southwest Arizona Sunday afternoon and evening.
• Wind Advisory issued for much of south-central Arizona for this afternoon.
• Increased severe weather risk today with damaging winds the primary threat and isolated spin-up tornadoes possible across southeast California and southwest Arizona.
Hurricane Hilary is rapidly intensifying in the Pacific Ocean southwest of Mexico on Thursday and is on track to deliver potentially significant rain and flooding to parts of the Southwest as a weaker system starting this weekend.
Sandbags are available for pickup in the parking area adjacent to the Quechan Housing Office located at 1860 Sapphire Ln, Winterhaven, CA 92283. Please take only what’s needed as supplies are limited. This is a self-serve service.
Delivery arrangements can be made for Elders and persons with disabilities by calling Dennis Boone, Director for The Quechan Office of Emergency Management at (928) 919-0582.
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Excessive Heat Warning ends this evening.
Thunderstorm coverage (30-60% chance) and intensity expected to increase Friday with areas of Moderate Risk.
Major Risk of thunderstorms with heavy flooding rainfall in SW Arizona & SE California Saturday through Monday; lower risk south-central AZ.
CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS BRIEFING
Flash Flood Watch issued for southeast California and southwest Arizona.
Although the Monsoon brings welcome rains and relief from the summer heat, the thunderstorms that come with the Monsoon bring their own hazards. In fact, this is the most dangerous time of year weather-wise in the Southwest. So before the season gets underway, it is a very good idea to review these safety tips.
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The desert monsoon season begins in June and continues through September. With it comes higher humidity, which can lead to thunderstorms, heavy rain, lightning, hail, high winds, flash flooding, dust storms and extreme heat.
The Office of Emergency Management urges drivers to be prepared for summer storms. Please follow these safety tips and make sure to check and replace your windshield wiper blades if needed.
Expect wet highways, possible flooding and debris.
With strong monsoon storms forecast in much of Arizona this week, be ready for wet roads, potential flooding and even additional dust storms across parts of the state.
