Central Arizona Fire and Medical

11/21/2025

CAFMA holds Mr. Otero’s family and friends close in our hearts, and we’re truly grateful for the partnership and care from the Arizona Department of Public Safety, Mayer Fire District, Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, and the many in our community who came together during this difficult time.

11/20/2025

🔥 Welcome to the CAFMA-Prescott Joint Academy flashover chamber, where recruits safely observe fire development and learn how air and heat interact to shape fire behavior, giving them the skills to recognize warning signs before dangerous events like a flashover occur.

Prescott Fire Department

11/20/2025

🦃 The 23rd Annual Flying High Turkey Drive is almost here!

CAFMA's proud to support this annual community effort to help local families enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving meal. This year’s goal is to collect 1,500 turkeys along with all the traditional fixings for families in need.

📅 Date: Monday, November 24th
⏰ Time: 12 PM – 6 PM
📍 Location: Fry’s on Glassford Hill

Whether you’re dropping off a turkey, donating sides, or contributing financially, your support directly helps families in our community celebrate the holiday with comfort and hope.

Donate online here: https://www.pvchamber.org/

Thank you to Fry's Prescott Valley, NWTF Yavapai Yelpers Chapter, Pepsi, Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce, Prescott Valley Police Department, Yavapai Broadcasting, Yavapai Food Bank, and the Young Marines.

11/20/2025

FROM Yavapai County Sheriff's Office: 11/20 8 AM - SEARCH TEAMS HEADED BACK OUT THIS MORNING. Wet weather is expected to continue during morning hours. As soon as weather breaks, YCSO Rescue 1 helicopter will provide air support. Thank you to the community for your support. Please continue to avoid the area.
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CAFMA is grateful we were able to assist Mayer Fire District and YCSO, and our hearts are with the family of the missing individual. We're also holding close the first responders and community partners who have been working through dangerous conditions to support this effort. We'll continue to stand with our partner agencies as the search moves forward.

11/17/2025

Arizona’s “Move Over” law requires motorists to move over one lane – or slow down if it is not safe to change lanes – when driving by any vehicle with flashing lights pulled to the side of a road or highway.

In 2024, Arizona saw 38,493 injury and fatal traffic-related crashes, putting thousands of highway incident responders, including EMS, fire, law enforcement, towing/recovery, and transportation/public works providers, at serious risk of being struck-by passing motorists.

Your caution can save lives. Safety starts with you!

11/17/2025

Pile burning planned in November on the Bradshaw Ranger District--

11/15/2025

We’re proud to see CAFMA Engineer/Paramedic Lund featured in the very first issue of Cougar Country from the Chino Valley Unified School District.

Born and raised in Chino Valley and now serving the community he grew up in, Lund’s dedication to public service runs deep: he’s following in the footsteps of his step-dad, a CAFMA Battalion Chief, continuing a proud multigenerational tradition of firefighting in our community.

Thank you, CVUSD, for highlighting one of our own and celebrating the spirit of Chino Valley!

Kyle Lund grew up in the CVUSD and in CAFMA- Learning life lessons from his teachers, local firefighters, and his parents- often the same people!Look for an ...

11/14/2025

CAFMA and Prescott Fire Department crews are working a large scrap metal pile fire at Yavapai Metal Recycling in Dewey, Arizona. The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office evacuated nearby businesses as a precaution.

Firefighters are actively protecting surrounding structures, and a wildland team is monitoring the area. The fire has not spread to the nearby wildland exposure or adjacent businesses. There have been no reported injuries.

The road is closed at Sarah Jane and Concord. Please avoid the area and expect visible smoke for the next one to two days.

11/14/2025

3PM Update:

CAFMA and Prescott Fire Department crews are working a large scrap metal pile fire at Yavapai Metal Recycling in Dewey, Arizona. The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office evacuated nearby businesses as a precaution.

Firefighters are actively protecting surrounding structures, and a wildland team is monitoring the area. The fire has not spread to the nearby wildland exposure or adjacent businesses. There have been no reported injuries.

The road is closed at Sarah Jane and Concord. Please avoid the area and expect visible smoke for the next one to two days.

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Emergency crews are working a fire at Yavapai Metal Recycling, 2220 N. Concord Drive in Dewey. Please avoid the area.

Smoke will be visible.

11/13/2025

FUNDAMENTALS: Our academy recruits put in the hours mastering the fundamentals, from ladder work to ropes and knots, each skill forming the foundation of safe, effective firefighting.

Before they ever hit the fireground, they’re training to carry, raise, extend, and secure ladders with precision. It's teamwork, skill, and safety, so that when the call comes, they’re ready to answer.

11/11/2025

CAFMA honors the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. Thank you for protecting our freedoms and inspiring our mission every day 🇺🇸 We wish you and your families safety and prosperity.