Globe Arizona Community Leads Multi-Agency Recovery After Devastating Flash Floods

The Globe and Miami communities in Arizona are actively recovering from devastating flash floods that struck in late September, with widespread damage prompting both official and grassroots relief efforts. The American Red Cross has been providing cleanup supplies, shelter, and emotional support to affected residents, while encouraging volunteers and monetary donations to aid recovery. Local business owners, such as Anisa Spurgeon and Mikael Widner of BNM Trailer Services, have played a crucial role by delivering sandbags and offering discounted debris removal services to those in need. The floods resulted in tragic loss of life, with ongoing search and rescue efforts involving over 150 resources and multiple agencies. Despite the extensive destruction, including businesses and historic structures being severely damaged or destroyed, community members remain resilient, emphasizing mutual support and hope for rebuilding. Officials and residents alike underscore the importance of prioritizing human recovery alongside physical reconstruction as the community comes together to heal and rebuild.