Arizona Governor Declares State of Emergency for Storm-Ravaged Counties
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs declared a state of emergency for Navajo and Coconino counties, directing $200,000 in state relief funds to assist communities impacted by tornadoes and severe storms that occurred between October 20-22. The declaration comes after damage in…
Phoenix, AZ, October 30, 2026 —
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has declared a state of emergency for Navajo and Coconino counties following severe storms and tornadoes that impacted the regions between October 20 and October 22. The declaration allows for the allocation of $200,000 in state relief funds to aid communities affected by the severe weather.
The storms caused damage in several areas. Heber-Overgaard is specifically mentioned as a location that experienced damage. Additionally, reports indicate that tornadoes touched down near Prescott and Flagstaff.
The state of emergency is intended to provide resources and support to the affected populations as they begin the process of recovery. The $200,000 in state relief funds will be directed towards these efforts. Details regarding the specific allocation of these funds and the timeline for their distribution were not provided in the initial announcement.
The contractor’s name involved in any cleanup or repair efforts was not provided. The specific extent of the damage in Heber-Overgaard, or in the areas near Prescott and Flagstaff, was also not detailed. Information regarding any required permits for recovery operations or inspection outcomes was not available.
Governor Hobbs’ office stated that the declaration aims to mobilize necessary resources to address the immediate needs arising from the severe weather events. Further details on the recovery process and support mechanisms are expected to be released as they become available.
Story summarized from the original created by David Baker on www.azfamily.com, see more information here.
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