May 16, 2025
(Targeted News Service (Press Releases))
–
PHOENIX, Arizona
,
May 16
-- The Arizona House Republicans issued the following news release:
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Representative Walt Blackman Urges Governor to Declare State of Emergency for
Greer Fire
Arizona State Representative
Walt Blackman
is urging Governor
Katie Hobbs
to declare a State of Emergency in response to the rapidly expanding
Greer Fire
in eastern
Arizona
, which has grown to over 7,000 acres and is 0% contained.
The wildfire, which ignited Tuesday morning near the unincorporated community of Greer, continues to spread northward, driven by strong winds, dry vegetation, and rugged terrain.
The Arizona Department of Forestry
and
Fire Management
confirmed Wednesday that the fire is still uncontained and poses a growing threat to nearby communities.
"This is a dangerous, fast-moving wildfire that threatens homes, livelihoods, and natural resources in our district--especially in and around Greer," said
Representative Blackman
. "I have formally requested a State of Emergency through the
Governor's Office
to unlock the critical resources, personnel, and support needed to protect our residents and contain this fire before it causes further damage."
Representative Blackman
is urging residents to stay alert and follow all local emergency updates and evacuation orders.
"Lives and property are at stake,"
Representative Blackman
said. "We need an immediate, coordinated state response to ensure no community is left behind."
More updates will be provided as information becomes available.
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Representative
Walt Blackman
is a Republican member of the
Arizona House of Representatives
serving
Legislative District 7
and is Chairman of the
House Government Committee
. Follow him on X at @BlackmanForAZ.
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Original text here: https://www.azleg.gov/press/house/57LEG/1R/250515BLACKMANGREERFIRE.pdf
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