MANAGEMENT TEAM SUPPORTING GLOBE FLOODING SEARCH AND RESCUE Globe, AZ
(9/28/2025) - The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management's (DFFM) Incident Management Team (IMT) assumes operational duties of search and rescue efforts and debris removal to assist both Globe and Gila County. On Saturday, the City of Globe and Gila County signed a Delegation of Authority which allows DFFM's IMT to manage operations between all partners, including city, county, state, and local cooperator resources.
DFFM's internal IMT took command of the operations Saturday evening with more than 150 people supporting the team and field work. Yesterday, search and rescue crews with the assistance of cadaver dogs, worked throughout Pinal Creek drainage conducting a primary search for any unaccounted and unreported missing people. Today, a secondary search will be conducted in the same area to be sure no vehicles or areas were overlooked. In addition, today, resources will resume work to remove hundreds of propane tanks that washed across the highway into Globe and Wheatfields due to the storm and heavy flooding.
To provide for efficient and effective operations, the IMT divided management of the operations into three sections, including the Law Enforcement, Fire, and Heavy Equipment branches. The Law Enforcement Branch consists of six Search and Rescue (SAR) teams from across the state, including Maricopa, Graham, and Pima Counties, along with Tonto Rim Search and Rescue. Over the last 24 hours, those SAR teams have been working within creeks checking vehicles, sifting through debris piles, and clearing areas with cadaver dogs. The Fire Branch includes two DFFM wildland fire hand crews and a US Forest Service hotshot crew. Crews are using chainsaws to cut debris within the creek crossings to alleviate the buildup and give SAR resources better access to conduct their searches. The Heavy Equipment Branch, including backhoes, skid steers, and excavators are clearing mud and debris off the roads and removing the debris being cut by saw teams.
"These large-scale operations can be logistically challenging and they can strain resources very fast. The local first responders have been working around the clock since this catastrophic storm moved through the area on Friday. By allowing an Incident Management Team to take over operations, we can take the workload off of the locals, give them some relief, and an opportunity to get some rest," said Department of Forestry and Fire Management Incident Commander, John Truett.
In addition to the SARs, the local first responders and law enforcement, other agencies assisting DFFM's efforts, include Arizona Game and Fish Department, the Department of Public Safety, and Arizona Department of Transportation.
For more information contact Tiffany Davila at 602-540-1036 or by email at tdavila@dffm.az.gov
Attention Property Owners within the City of Globe
If you would like to request an Emergency Site Evaluation on a commercial property/building please call and schedule a site evaluation.
Your cooperation helps us ensure properties are assessed quickly and hazards are addressed as safely as possible.
The City is conducting emergency site evaluations of the commercial corridor. These site visits are utilized to document the extent of damage a structure sustained, to help determine the structural damage to a structure.
For further interior inspections, and evaluations please reach out to your insurance carrier or an environmental clean-up agency to assist.
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Roll-off containers are available at the following locations:
• Near El Ranchito
• Globe Public Library
• Near Highway 60 Motors
A designated debris drop-off location has also been established at the dirt lot below the Fields/Skate Park.
⚠️ Please note: Mud should not be placed in roll-off containers. These containers are intended for flood debris, damaged materials, and general cleanup items.
The City of Globe asks residents to use these locations responsibly and to help keep areas safe and accessible for everyone working through the cleanup process.
Broad Street Reopening for Business Owners at Noon
Broad Street will reopen today at 12:00 PM (noon) for business owners only.
This limited reopening is intended to allow business owners access to their properties for assessment and essential needs following the recent flooding event. Public access to Broad Street remains restricted at this time to ensure safety while cleanup and emergency operations continue.
⚠️ Clean up and removal efforts on Broad Street will still be taking place. We are requesting that business owners park above Mesquite Street. Please plan accordingly and use caution when entering the area. For business clean-up you may bring in equipment and vehicles necessary.
We urge business owners to use extreme caution as conditions may remain hazardous. Crews are still working throughout the area, and debris, unstable structures, and additional rainfall may present risks.
The City of Globe appreciates the patience and cooperation of our community as we work to restore services and support recovery. Further updates on public access to Broad Street will be shared as soon as they become available.
For official updates, please monitor the City of Globe App, the City’s Facebook page, and the City of Globe website.
⚠️ Please use extreme caution ⚠️
Stay in place and shelter safely. Avoid all low-lying areas, creeks, and washes. Do not attempt to cross flooded roadways.
A Message From Mayor Gameros:
Globe City Council had a special meeting this afternoon at noon to approve and sign the City of Globe Emergency Proclamation. Simultaneously the county signed their emergency proclamation. The Governor Hobbs has now also signed an Emergency declaration for the Globe Miami area to authorize funding.
We have been a direct contact with Governor Hobbs, Senator Mark Kelly, Senator Ruben Gallego, Congressman Andy Biggs and Congressman Eli Crane, who will also be involved with working with their teams to expedite funding to our city.
We want to assure the business community and all our residents that our Council is doing everything possible to expedite funding and identify funding opportunities for the business community to begin the assessment process of their buildings so we can move forward with rebuilding.
We continue to receive resources from all over the state to assist us during this emergency event. A Type 3 Incident Command Team is in transition to take over the incident.
All search and rescue operations were temporarily halted this afternoon due to the rain and the safety of our first responders.
Work continues downtown to stabilize the area so that we are able to allow the owners of the businesses to enter the downtown area.
As soon as the Type Three Incident Management takes over complete control of the incident, information will be shared about a location to accept donations of supplies. We will continue to update you as things evolve.
As thunder rumbles above, and rain is beginning to fall again, we are reminding the public to shelter in place and stay out of affected areas. The ground is fully saturated, making flash flooding more likely.
⚠️ Please take these precautions:
• Move to higher ground.
• Never cross running water on foot or by vehicle. It only takes a small amount of moving water to sweep you away.
• Avoid low-lying areas, washes, and roadways that may flood quickly.
🚨 Emergency Update – Search & Rescue Operations 🚨
All search and rescue operations have been paused, and all first response crews have been pulled from low-lying areas due to the heightened risk of flooding.
⚠️ Conditions remain extremely dangerous. Please shelter in place, stay away from affected areas, and do NOT enter washes, creeks, or flooded roadways.
More updates will be provided as they become available.
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The City of Globe will convene an Emergency Meeting of the City Council today, 9/27/25, at 12:00 PM (noon). The purpose of this meeting is to address the ongoing flooding emergency and the City’s response efforts.
The meeting will be available to the public via live online broadcast at https://www.youtube.com/@CityofGlobeArizona/streams and on the City of Globe Facebook page.
Historic Downtown Globe is currently unsafe, with compromised buildings as well as hazardous chemicals and debris, including propane tanks. For your safety, please stay out of the area until further notice.
We also ask everyone to stay out of the creek. Search and rescue operations are underway, and any traffic in the area can interfere with rescue teams and throw off the scent work of trained dogs.
⚠️ More rain is expected today. We do not need additional people in the flood zone. Extra traffic puts lives at risk and makes it harder for first responders to do their jobs.
We understand the deep desire to help right now, our community always steps up.
But the best way to help at this time is to have patience and allow trained professionals the space to do what is needed.
We will continue to share updates as soon as they are available.
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Morning Update (9/27/2025 9:05 AM)
A 7am briefing was held this morning led by, Chief Robinson, Globe FD at Judy's Cookhouse which is the staging area at this time.
Our main objective remains search and rescue in the waterways. Highway 60 has been re-opened, but Broad Street remains closed to the public until all hazards have been mitigated.
There are two Red Cross shelters opened at High Desert and Lee Kornegay.
Crews continued work throughout the night. We want to thank them for their diligent work. This includes Globe FD, Globe PD, Globe Public Works, Gila County, Gila County Emergency Services and DPS.
This morning we have added over 100 additional resources that include Maricopa Search and Rescue, Tonto Rim Search and Rescue, Pima County Search and Rescue, and 2-20 person work crews from the State Land Department. We are waiting on many other crews from throughout the state.
We will be transitioning to a Type 3 State Incident Command Team at noon.
Our City Council will be declaring a State of Emergency this morning. We have been in contact with Governor Hobb's Office, Senator Kelly and Congressman Crane. We have also been contacted by numerous residents that want to help with clean up and we encourage that but give us time to stabilize downtown and make it safe for you.
I urge everyone to be patient with the process as we continue operations.
Mayor Al Gameros
If your regular pick up day is Friday and you did not receive service today, please make sure to have your cans out for pick up tomorrow, Saturday September 27th and away from walls, fences, vehicles, etc. as usual.
If you experience any issues with your garbage service at any time, please call the number below for assistance.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
If you have any questions, please call Globe City Hall at (928) 425-7146 ext. 0.
📅 Friday, October 3, 2025
⏰ 3:00–7:00 PM
📍 Historic Downtown Globe
Join us for a firefighter-themed First Friday packed with fun, education, and community spirit!
🚒 Fire Department Open House (at Pine & Broad)
• Apparatus & fire truck displays
• Fire Department Tours
• Games and water hose spray for kids (wear something that can get wet!)
• FREE smoke detectors
• Snacks
• Firefighter hats & stickers for kids
🇺🇸 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb & Walk (at Oak Street)
• Registration opens at 3:00 PM ($35 w/ shirt!)
• 5:00 PM opening ceremony
• Proceeds support families of fallen firefighters
🙏 A BIG thank you to CVRMC, Stairizona Trail, Gila County 4H, and our amazing volunteers!
Roadway cleanup scheduled on US 60 from Miami to Claypool beginning Sept. 29
Expect delays and lane restrictions for flooding cleanup efforts
The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for the following lane restrictions on US 60 from Miami (milepost 243) to Claypool (milepost 247) for roadway cleanup following recent monsoon flooding:
East- and westbound US 60 will be reduced to one lane between mileposts 243 and 247 daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29, through Thursday, Oct. 2.
Drivers can expect delays as heavy equipment removes debris and material from the roadway.
Motorists should allow extra travel time, use caution, be prepared to slow down and merge safely when approaching and traveling through all work zones.
City staff have moved under cover to continue filling sandbags due to the rain.
✅ Pre-filled sandbags ARE still available at 1250 S. Hagen Rd. (at the Public Works Yard fence).
✅ The public is also welcome to fill their own bags using the dirt pile at the yard entrance.
⚠️ Pre-filled bags are going very quickly, so please plan ahead and only take what you need.
Stay safe and prepared, Globe! 💧
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