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A large solar field and battery storage facility could be coming to Sierra Vista -

San Rafael Energy Park LLC a subsidiary of Torch Clean Energy won the $6.9 million dollar auction bid to lease 1,051 acres of state land for 30 years including rights to develop an industrial scale solar field and 200 mega-watt battery storage facility (BESS) near highway 92 and Buffalo Soldier Trail in Sierra Vista. If approved, construction could begin in 2027 with operations targeted for 2028.

Informational meeting tomorrow Wednesday, August 19, 5pm at the SV Public Works training room, 401 Giulio Cesare Ave, Rm 401, Sierra Vista.

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🚨 PALOMINAS SCHOOL BUS REKINDLES, CATCHES FIRE AGAIN TUESDAY MORNING

PALOMINAS, Ariz. — New information confirms that the school bus fire reported Tuesday morning, August 18, at Palominas Elementary School involved the same bus that caught fire Monday afternoon near South Kings Ranch Road and East Lane Ranch Road.

According to an update from the Palominas School District, the bus was moved to the district’s bus yard Monday evening following the original fire. The bus rekindled Tuesday morning and caught fire again.

The fire department responded and extinguished the fire. Fire personnel are inspecting the bus and surrounding area to ensure there is no remaining heat or smoldering material.

Importantly, the fire department has advised the district that it is safe to have a normal school day at Palominas Elementary School.

Monday’s original incident occurred while the bus was carrying a driver and five students. All were able to safely exit the bus.

The circumstances surrounding the original fire and subsequent rekindling remain under investigation.

CoolFMLive is continuing to gather additional information and will provide updates as more details become available.

📸 Photo Credit: Ashley Heisner

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CRITICAL RESCUE AT CARR CANYON FALLS REQUIRES HELICOPTER HOIST‼️

THANKFUL FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS: COMPLEX CARR CANYON RESCUE BRINGS MULTIPLE AGENCIES TOGETHER

COCHISE COUNTY, Ariz. — An incredibly difficult rescue at Carr Canyon Falls is highlighting the skill, teamwork and dedication of the first responders and search-and-rescue personnel who work to protect our community.

On Friday, August 14, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Cochise County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue was activated after a youth fell at Carr Canyon Falls and sustained critical injuries.

Personnel from Fry Fire District, Sierra Vista Fire & Medical Services, the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office and Search and Rescue were among the first to arrive. When first responders reached the youth, he was laying face first in water. He was assessed for injuries and began receiving medical care while additional rescue resources made their way to the difficult location.

Because of the severity of the injuries and challenging terrain, Arizona Department of Public Safety Air Rescue Ranger 2 was dispatched for a hoist extraction. Severe weather in the area reportedly prevented other civilian medical aircraft from responding.

When Ranger 2 arrived, a medic was lowered from the helicopter to the patient. The youth was secured in a specialized hoist bag and lifted, along with the medic, into the helicopter before being flown to a Tucson trauma center for further treatment.

This was a complicated rescue carried out under extremely challenging circumstances, and we want to take a moment to recognize everyone who answered the call.

THANK YOU to Fry Fire District, Sierra Vista Fire & Medical Services, Cochise County Sheriff’s Office personnel, CCSO Search and Rescue, Arizona DPS Air Rescue and all assisting personnel who worked together to reach, treat and safely extract this young patient.

Different uniforms. Different agencies. One mission — getting someone in need to the help they needed.

Carr Canyon Falls is one of Southern Arizona’s beautiful natural destinations, especially during monsoon season when the water is flowing. But conditions around the falls can become extremely dangerous. Rocks can be slippery even when dry and significantly more hazardous when wet.

Please use extreme caution, watch your footing, keep children closely supervised and never underestimate the terrain or rapidly changing monsoon weather.

Our thoughts are with the youth and their family as they continue through treatment and recovery.

📸 PHOTO CREDIT: Cochise County Sheriff's Office Search & Rescue

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UPDATE: 3AM 08/18/2026 Six service members without power.

UPDATE 10:52PM- 248 service member without power.

7:10PM(08/17/2026)-⚠️ POWER OUTAGE AFFECTING SIERRA VISTA — MORE THAN 1,176 SERVICES WITHOUT POWER

SIERRA VISTA, Ariz. — Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative (SSVEC) is currently experiencing multiple power outages affecting the Sierra Vista area.

As of the latest information available from SSVEC’s outage map, there are an estimated 8 outage incidents affecting approximately 1,176 services.

SSVEC crews have discovered two power pole lines damaged due to the storm blowimg thru at the same Pueblo Substation on Avenida Del Sol. The damaged poles are between 92 and ADS and Avenida Cochise and 90, roughly. A time has not yet been provided for the complete restoration. (Picture of one of the damaged poles below)

Residents can check the latest outage information here:

ssvec.org/outage/

To report an outage:
If an outage has not yet been verified in your area, call SSVEC at 1-800-422-3275. Outages cannot be reported through social media.

SSVEC customers who would like to receive outage alerts by text should make sure their current cell phone number is on file with their local SSVEC office and that they are opted in to receive outage alert texts.

We’ll share additional information as it becomes available.

Photo Credit: SSVEC

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🌅 COCHISE COUNTY, LOOK TO THE SKY TONIGHT! ⛈️

Mother Nature is putting on quite the show across Cochise County this evening!

As the sun begins to set, storm clouds are rolling across Southern Arizona, creating an incredible mix of dramatic skies, glowing colors, distant rain shafts, and that unmistakable monsoon atmosphere we get to experience right here at home.

From Sierra Vista and Hereford to Bisbee, Tombstone, Benson, Douglas and beyond — we want to see what the sky looks like from YOUR part of Cochise County tonight!

📸 Drop your sunset and storm photos in the comments below! Be sure to include your name and where the photo was taken. We may feature some of our favorites!

There’s just something special about a Cochise County sunset — especially when the monsoon clouds decide to join the show.

📍 PHOTO LOCATION: Hereford, AZ
📸 PHOTO CREDIT: Jerry Morgan and Charles Hill

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🚨 PALOMINAS SCHOOL BUS CATCHES FIRE — DRIVER & SIX CHILDREN SAFE

PALOMINAS/HEREFORD, Ariz. — A Palominas School District bus caught fire late Monday afternoon, August 17, near the intersection of S. Kings Ranch Road and E. Lane Ranch Road.

According to information provided to CoolFMLive, the incident occurred at approximately 4:45 p.m. while the bus driver was turning the bus around. The bus reportedly experienced an engine failure before a fire broke out toward the rear of the vehicle.

The bus driver and all six children aboard were able to safely exit the bus. No injuries have been reported.

Witnesses in the area reported hearing what sounded like an explosion as the fire intensified, with at least one resident reporting that it could be felt from approximately half a mile away.

Firefighters responded to the scene as the bus became heavily involved in flames.

The Palominas School District reportedly had a replacement bus at the location within approximately 15 minutes to assist with getting the students where they needed to go.

At this time, the exact cause of the fire has not been officially confirmed beyond reports of an engine-related issue. This bus did have an inspection and passed as all busses with the District do.

LINK TO INTERVIEW WITH Palominas School District Superintendent Sherri Rosalik⬇️

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