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July 10, 2019 www.DesertMessenger.com 15 Read Desert MESSENGER ONLINE @ www.MyQuartzsite.com Town Manager holds monthly meetings 3rd Tuesday Quartzsite Town Manager will hold meetings once a month for pub- lic input. They will be held on the THIRD TUESDAY of the month in the Library Meeting room, start- ing at 1:30 pm. New residents are welcome to share their suggestions and concerns. The public is encouraged to attend. Topics will vary, however anyone may speak on any Town issue. The Library is located at 465 N. Plymouth Ave., Quartzsite. For details, contact Town Hall at 928- 927-4333. Updates from County Sheriff The La Paz County Sheriff's Offi ce would like to remind everyone that you can have up to date emergency information sent to your cell phone via text message by texting your zip code to 888777. This is a website called "NIXLE". We send the following type of information to your cell phone: 'road closures, se- vere weather alerts, serious crime in- formation, Amber alerts, etc. By signing up with NIXLE, we are able to communicate important information to everyone quickly and effi ciently via text message. Please sign up today, the service is free. • Birth • Obituary • Anniversary Place it FREE in the: Desert Messenger! 928-916-4235 Got something to share? T��� ����� ������� �� D����� M�������� AZDPS urges drivers to be prepared for summer monsoon season Fast changing weather conditions requires alert and reactive driving Phoenix - A typical Arizona sum- mer monsoon usually starts off with sudden darkened skies fol- lowed by high winds and a heavy quick downpour. If you're on the road when that happens, especially in the rural areas, it's important to know how to react when a monsoon produces a blinding dust storm cre- ating near blackout conditions. Here are a few tips recommended by the Arizona Department of Pub- lic Safety (AZDPS) • Wear your seatbelt • Travel at reduced speeds to help avoid hydroplaning once it begins raining • Check traffi c around your vehicle and begin to slow down • When safe to do so, completely exit the highway if possible • If you are unable to exit the high- way, pull completely off the paved portion on applicable roadways • Do not wait until poor visability to pull off the roadway • Do not stop in a travel lane or an emergency lane • Turn off all vehicle lights - you don't want others to follow you by using your lights as a guide • Set your emergency brake and take your foot off the brake • Stay in your vehicle with your seatbelt buckled • Be patient and wait for the storm to pass Most importantly, if you fi nd your- self in an emergency situation, dial 9-1-1. "With the approach of the summer Monsoon season in Arizona, be- ing prepared is key," said Governor Doug Ducey. "There are simple steps every Arizona driver and passenger should follow, including always wearing your seatbelt. Our Depart- ment of Public Safety provides im- portant guidance for traveling dur- ing dangerous weather conditions." Before setting out check highway and weather conditions by going to Az511.com. For a quick reference to the DPS monsoon/dust storm driv- ing tips go to: www.azdps.gov/safe- ty/travel. Driving a vehicle on state and fed- eral highways demands your full attention. That is even more impor- tant during adverse weather condi- tions. Never drive distracted, never drive impaired, get plenty of rest and slow down! The Arizona Department of Public Safety is a state-level law enforce- ment agency whose mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity and providing vital support to the State of Arizona and its citizens. AA Meetings QUARTZSITE LOCAL SURVIVORS GROUP Mon. 5:30pm Big Book Study Thurs. 5:30pm Topic Sat. 5:30pm 12x12 Meeting Community Bible Church 375 E. Sunrise St. Gloria 316-617-1877 Randy 928-216-7297 ALANO CLUB Texas RV Park 205 W. Main St. "B" Quartzsite 5:30pm Open Meeting Fri. 5:30pm Open Meeting Don 928-287-1273 AL-ANON Texas RV Park 205 W. Main St. "B" Quartzsite Tues & Fri. 5:30pm Bertha 702-465-5137. BLYTHE, CA (CA Time) Blythe Primary Purpose Group has Topic Discussion Meetings at 7:00 pm . Also every Monday and Friday are Literature Meetings on Wed. at 7pm at 187 N. 7th Street - Blythe Daily Noon meetings Mon - Sat And Sunday 1pm 137 N. Broadway, Blythe, Ca

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