Globe grew out of an 1875 silver strike and became a copper town, and the Gila County seat still has a downtown historic district with landmark buildings from 1909 to 1918. Set in the valley of Pinal Creek at about 3,510 feet, the city gets more rain than the low desert, much of it in July and August.
Fire & Water Energy does not send crews; it is a referral service for homeowners in Globe-Miami and elsewhere. Dial (866) 937-3230 and we will try to link you with an independent restoration contractor who covers Gila County, if one is available when you call. Read how a call to us works and the referral disclosure to understand the arrangement.
Pinal Creek valley weather, wildfire and flood exposure
The city sits in the valley of Pinal Creek, which flows north to the Salt River. Average yearly precipitation is about 15.62 inches, and July (2.71 inches) and August (2.08 inches) are the wettest months, so heavy summer storms often follow a bone-dry June. January lows average about 33°F, and the coldest reading on record in the text is 12°F in December 1990.
Wildfire is a real neighbor here. The human-caused Telegraph Fire started near Superior on June 4, 2021, grew to 180,757 acres, and forced evacuation orders for residents west of the Miami town limits on June 6 before it was contained on July 3. Gila County was also named in FEMA declarations for wildfires (2002, DR-1422), severe storms and flooding (2005, DR-1581 and DR-1586; 2006, DR-1660) and severe winter storms and flooding (2010, DR-1888). Those declarations are countywide and do not pinpoint damage in particular parts of town.
Old buildings, summer downpours and indoor leaks
With 3,305 housing units counted in 2020 and a downtown dating to the early 1900s, Globe has a mix of historic and later construction. Older plumbing and aging roofs can let water in during intense July and August storms. Other common sources include failed water heaters, cooler and condensate overflows, and supply lines that crack during the occasional freeze.
When you need water damage restoration in Globe, AZ, expect a reputable company to stop the leak, extract water, check hidden moisture with meters and thermal cameras, and dry the structure before any rebuild. Background reading: water damage restoration and structural drying.
Federal disaster declarations that included Gila County
FEMA records show Gila County was included in 5 major disaster declarations for weather or fire events from 2000 through 2026 (4 severe storm, 1 fire, by FEMA incident type). Declarations are made at the county level, so they do not mean every neighborhood in Globe was affected. The most recent:
- 2010 – Severe Winter Storms and Flooding (DR-1888)
- 2006 – Severe Storms and Flooding (DR-1660)
- 2005 – Severe Storms and Flooding (DR-1586)
- 2005 – Severe Storms and Flooding (DR-1581)
- 2002 – Wildfires (DR-1422)
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, retrieved 2026-10-10. Counts include major disaster (DR) declarations with hurricane, flood, severe storm, tropical storm, fire, tornado, coastal storm, winter or ice storm, mudslide and dam/levee incident types.
Water, fire or storm damage in Globe?
Call (866) 937-3230 and tell us what happened at your Globe property.
Fire history downtown and regional wildfire smoke
Fire has already changed the city's skyline: the Old Dominion Hotel burned in 1981 and the Globe Theater burned in 2005 before being reconstructed. In older masonry and wood-frame buildings, soot and smoke travel through wall cavities, attics and shared walls. Smoke from regional wildfires adds another layer, leaving ash in coolers, ducts and soft furnishings.
Contractors commonly start with a walk-through to separate what can be cleaned from what must go, then clean soot, deodorize and seal before repairs. Our fire damage restoration and soot removal guides walk through that work step by step.
Storm runoff and flood cleanup in Gila County
Summer storms can drop a lot of rain in a short time on hard, dry ground, sending runoff and mud into yards, basements and ground-floor rooms. Burned slopes left behind by wildfire can shed water even faster. Treat any water that came from outdoors as unsanitary, and keep children and pets away from it.
A typical crew will pump out water, remove saturated drywall and flooring, sanitize, and dry the framing. Our overviews of flood damage restoration and storm damage cleanup explain what to expect after a Gila County downpour.
Mold in older walls and closed-up rooms
In older homes, plaster walls and closed-up spaces can hold moisture long after a summer storm, and vacant buildings may go unchecked for weeks. That is where mold usually gets a foothold.
According to EPA guidance, an area under about 10 square feet can often be cleaned by the occupant, but larger patches, growth inside walls, or mold after contaminated floodwater should be handled by a trained remediator using containment. Correct the moisture problem before cleaning. More at mold remediation.
Safety checklist for Globe residents
- Call 911 right away for fire, gas odors, downed lines or injuries.
- During wildfire season, follow Gila County evacuation orders immediately; roads such as State Route 77 have closed during past fires.
- Do not cross running water in a wash or flooded street.
- Shut off the main water valve if a pipe bursts, and stay away from electrical equipment unless you are dry and standing on a dry floor.
- Photograph the damage, save receipts, and keep damaged items for the adjuster. Your policy determines what is paid, so ask your insurer or agent before discarding anything.
Neighborhoods and nearby communities
Areas in and around Globe that callers often mention include:
- Downtown Historic District
Nearby communities with their own pages (straight-line distance from Globe):
- Gold Canyon · 31 mi
- Florence · 43 mi
- Apache Junction · 44 mi
- San Tan Valley · 45 mi
- Queen Creek · 50 mi
- Coolidge · 51 mi
Globe restoration FAQs
Which months bring the most rain to Globe?
July and August, at about 2.71 and 2.08 inches on average. Storms in those months can overwhelm older roofs and send runoff toward low entries, so clear gutters and drainage before summer.
Did the 2021 Telegraph Fire affect the Globe-Miami area?
The fire started near Superior and grew to more than 180,000 acres. On June 6, 2021, residents west of the Miami town limits were ordered to evacuate, and State Route 77 was closed for a time. Smoke and ash can affect homes well outside a burn area.
Are historic downtown buildings harder to restore after water or fire?
Often, yes. Plaster, old framing and masonry dry and clean differently from modern drywall, and historic features may need careful handling. Ask a contractor about experience with older buildings and whether any historic-preservation rules apply.
Can you find a contractor for Miami, Claypool or Central Heights too?
We can try. Calling (866) 937-3230 lets us look for an independent provider covering the Globe-Miami area, but availability depends on who is working locally.
Restoration guides
- Water Damage Restoration
- Structural Drying
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Soot Removal
- Flood Damage Restoration
- Mold Remediation