Full Notification

For those residents who live near Oak Creek, a flood advisory from the National Weather Service (NWS) has been issued. Be SET to leave before waters levels rise. Be cautious, leave early.

Examples of streets/areas near Oak Creek include Newcastle Lane, Blackhawk Lane, Trails End, Copper Cliffs, Sycamore Road, the villas at Poco Diablo, Center for the New Age, Oak Creek Mobilodge, Rancho Sedona RV park and everything north of the RV park on Bear Wallow Lane.

Pay attention for flood advisories and flood warnings issued by the NWS. With snowmelt at higher elevations, and now rain, expect higher than normal flow in Oak Creek, the Verde River, Wet Beaver Creek, and side drainages. Low water crossings and driveways may become impassable. Do NOT attempt to cross areas if water is present. Turn around, don't drown.

If needed, residents and businesses near Oak Creek may bring a shovel and fill sandbags at the following locations:

• City Maintenance Yard (by appointment only 928-203-5063), 2070 Contractors Rd.
• City lot adjacent to Sedona Red Rock High School, 935 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd.
• Uptown Public Parking Lot, 260 Schnebly Rd.
• Sedona United Methodist Church, 110 Indian Cliffs Road (SR179).

Ready, set, go educates residents about proactive measures to take before an emergency and actions to follow when communities are threatened. The following explains each stage of the program:

1. READY status indicates that you should be aware of the hazards that can threaten your community and take proactive steps to prepare for seasonal threats. The city encourages all residents to always be in ready status.
2. SET status indicates that you need to be alert because there is significant danger and residents should consider voluntarily relocating outside the affected area.
3. GO status indicates danger in your area is imminent and life threatening, and you should evacuate.

Instructions:

Be cautious, leave early.