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June 13, 2018

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June 13, 2018 www.DesertMessenger.com 3 Corner of Moon Mt. & Cowell • Quartzsite • 928-927-5400 QUARTZSITE'S ONLY YEAR ROUND SALON - MON-FRI Cheyanne and Debbi ARE HERE FOR YOUR OPEN YEAR ROUND! Hair, Nails, and Pedicure Services DATES DEADLINE SPECIAL SUMMER EDITIONS: Wed. July 11 July 5 Wed. Aug. 8 Aug. 1 Desert Messenger Summer Publishing Schedule Call 928-916-4235 E-mail: Editor@DesertMessenger.com Senior Center update Governor proclaims Monsoon Awareness Week June 10-15 Arizonans encouraged to prepare for severe weather hazards PHOENIX – Governor Doug Ducey proclaimed June 10 -15 Monsoon Awareness Week. The proclamation recognizes the importance of being informed about Arizona's severe weather and fl ooding. "Monsoon Awareness Week provides valuable education and information for Arizona residents to use to get prepared," said Governor Doug Ducey. "I encourage all Arizonans to prepare for the upcoming monsoon season and stay safe on the roads." The monsoon, which is active mid-June through late September, can present afternoon thunderstorms that produce lightning, high winds and heavy rains. A monsoon thunderstorm can cause hazardous localized fl ash fl ooding, and dust storms that reduce visibility. "Monsoon season can become dangerous with little or no warning," said Wendy Smith-Reeve, Deputy Director of the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (DEMA). "It's important for Arizonans to take caution and understand the risks this season presents." Because monsoon season spans the hottest months of the Arizona sum- mer, it is important to recognize the health risks of extreme heat and the symptoms of heat-related illnesses such as dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and reduce exposure to the sun and heat during peak hours. DEMA partnered with the National Weather Service; the Arizona depart- ments of Agriculture, Health Services, Homeland Security, Insurance, Public Safety, Transportation and Water Resources; and The Salvation Army to promote severe weather preparedness. Arizonans are encouraged to: ● Plan: Write and rehearse a family communication plan that identifi es a meeting place and includes out- of-town contacts. ● Prepare: Build an emergency sup- plies kit with enough nonperishable food and water to last your family, including pets, for at least 72 hours. Include family prescriptions, cop- ies of important documents and a weather radio. ● Inquire: Know the hazards in your community and where you travel. Get current weather forecasts on TV, on the radio or online. Go to EIN.az.gov and enter your address in the hazard viewer to learn about hazards in your area. ● Inspire: Be a preparedness ex- ample for others in your commu- nity. Check your home for potential hazards like overhanging trees and loose debris, donate blood, or do a fi re drill at home. To learn more about monsoon hazards and safety tips, visit EIN. az.gov/monsoon-awareness. For information on social media, follow #AzWX and #Monsoon2018. DEADLINE : WED. JU LY 5 TH for the july 11 th edition Desert Messenger News Email: editor@DesertMessenger.com 928-916-4235 www.DesertMessenger.com Did you know you don't have to be a senior to enjoy their lunches? The Quartzsite Senior Citizens Center serves delicious lunches, which includes a drink and des- sert three times a week. The Senior Center is open Monday, Wednes- day, and Friday and is open to all. Asking a donation of $3.50 per person for lunch. Remember you don't have to be a senior. Lunch starts at noon sharp! Get out of the heat, eat and meet your neighbors. The Senior Center is open all year-round, located at 40 Moon Mountain Ave., Quartzsite. For more information call (928) 927-6496.

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