Rural Metro Fire - Town of Carefree

06/13/2026

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If your home backs up to the desert or open land in Arizona, bark mulch around the foundation is a risk most homeowners don't think about until it's too late. These fire-resistant native groundcovers look better, last longer, and won't be the reason a spark becomes a problem.

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

1. Create defensible space
2. Prevent ignitions with fire safe activities
3. Report wildfires and brush fires IMMEDIATELY
4. Prevent SPARKS, NO welding, grinding, cutting metal, draging tow chains, open burning, explosive targets, fireworks, or other fire starting behaviors!

06/10/2026

Saving the day with a little 🆒 down 💦 at Dynamite Montessori in Cave Creek!

06/10/2026

https://wildlandfire.az.gov/

Fires ignited under these conditions, even accidentally, would exhibit EXTREME fire behavior. Limit or restrict all activities that may generate a spark and start a fire. 

06/09/2026

Homeowners insurance companies are dumping homeowners or raising premiums because of Arizona's fire dangers. Rural Metro Fire is working with homeowners and the state to implement FIREWISE based wildfire preventions strategies.
Join Rural Metro Fire and request a FIREWISE assessment of your property. Save money, save time, and save your family.

Call today 480.627.6200 or RMFDCentral.org

06/08/2026

We may not be at 118 degrees, but high temperatures and over 100 degree days are coming!
1. Never leave children or pets in parked, locked, vehicles
2. Use caution when letting kids play in the water from a garden hose- check the temp
3. Protect children and pet from hot concrete and asphalt.

Stay safe!

06/08/2026

https://youtu.be/F_9IcgVavys

Hot, dry and windy conditions are creating dangerous fire danger ac...

06/08/2026

Exciting News for Rural Metro Fire in Arizona!

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