Valley Watch

On this week’s Valley Watch, we celebrate America’s 250 th birthday with a brief history lesson of the US Fire Service, the Phoenix Fire Department and the Founding Father known as the “Father of the Fire Service”. We also offer important safety tips on water and hot car safety.

Phoenix Fire Captain Rob McDade joins Valley Watch to offer a deep dive into how the new fire code changes for fireworks usage this year can help keep you, your family and your fellow neighbors safe.

Phoenix Police Lt. Brian Rimsza joins Valley Watch to discuss the role of Phoenix PD in fireworks enforcement, the new changes to fireworks usage and how residents can celebrate safely and legally this  4 th of July .  

Deputy Director of the Office of Emergency Management Kim Gathers joins Valley Watch this week. She shares the latest forecasts for the upcoming monsoon season, what resources are available for residents during a weather emergency and the best tips to make sure you and/or your family are prepared this year.

Captain Mike Johnson joins Valley Watch to discuss the unique safety risks of hiking in South Mountain during the summer as well as important water safety reminders for parents and guardians.

Civilian PIO Jody Oehler discusses the Fire Department’s recent Promotion Ceremony, the public Open House for new Fire Station 74 and a reminder on important water safety tips as summer approaches.

Chief Josh Klemm joins Valley Watch during EMS Week to discuss the growth of the Phoenix Fire Department’s EMS division, the innovative protocols that are saving citizens lives and his personal path to PFD.

Captain Rob McDade joins Valley Watch to discuss the recent Hazen Fire, how the Phoenix Fire Department works with partners on wildfires and some practical tips for residents prepare their homes for wildfire season.

Captain Rob McDade joins Valley Watch to discuss the recent Hazen Fire, how the Phoenix Fire Department works with partners on wildfires and some practical tips for residents prepare their homes for wildfire season.

Community Assistance Program (CAP) Coordinator Bernie Peralta and CAP Intern Courtney Berman join this week’s Valley Watch to talk about the CAP Internship program in partnership with ASU. Both discuss the opportunities available for undergraduate students for the upcoming Fall and Spring semesters for a paid CAP internship and what kind of real world experience the internship provides.

Captain Rob McDade joins Valley Watch to discuss the importance of wildfire safety as Arizona enters wildfire season plus offers some advice on wildfire and hiking safety.

Beth Leal and Evani Hughes are emergency dispatchers for the Phoenix Fire Department and also mother and daughter. On this week’s Valley Watch, we celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week by sharing their story of  two careers and one family as a Public Safety telecommunicator.

Civilian Public Information Officer Jody Oehler uses a recent emergency incident with bees on a hiking trail to remind listeners of hiking and bee safety tips. He also recaps the Phoenix Fire Department’s annual Salute to Excellence Awards Ceremony and highlights a few notable winners.  

This week on Valley Watch, Jody Oehler discusses the powerful message at Paramedic Robbie Oliver’s Memorial Service, recaps an important Water Safety media event and offers helpful tips for anyone planning on attending the Women’s College Basketball Championship game in downtown Phoenix.

Community Relations Director of the Phoenix Public Libraries Lee Franklin joins Valley Watch to let people know all the ways the Phoenix Public Library system can be used to beat the heat during record breaking temperatures in March.  

Community Relations Director of the Phoenix Public Libraries Lee Franklin joins Valley Watch to let people know all the ways the Phoenix Public Library system can be used to beat the heat during record breaking temperatures in March.  

Engineer Krystin Barreda joins Valley Watch to continue our celebration of PFD and Women’s History Month. Krystin discusses her story of joining the PFD after her first child was born and how she has taken her experiences and applied them as a mentor in PFD.

Captain Megan Tranter  joins Valley Watch to celebrate Women’s History Month by telling her PFD journey and offering advice to aspiring firefighters.

With temperatures around Phoenix getting warmer, Civilian Public Information Officer Jody Oehler reminds listeners of important safety tips for themselves and any visitors in town for Spring Training. Also, Women’s History Month is previewed and Jody provides a recap of the City of Phoenix Memorial Service.

Captain Tim Gammage II joins Valley Watch to close out February and Black History Month by telling the story his family’s incredible legacy with the PFD, his experiences as a black firefighter with PFD and words of advice for anyone thinking of joining PFD.  

Captain Rob McDade joins Valley Watch to pay tribute to the legacies of fallen firefighters Frank Contreras and Anthony Mock, who will both be celebrated at the City of Phoenix Employee Memorial on Thursday, February 19 th .

On this week’s Valley Watch, Dr. Charles Finch joins the show to discuss all the latest developments and advancements being made within the Phoenix Fire Department’s Emergency Medical Services department.

Community Relations Manager from Phoenix Public Libraries Jessica Randon joins Valley Watch. Jessica previews the Car Seat Safety and Bike Rode Event coming up as well as the incredible amount of free activities that will be offered at Phoenix Public Libraries for Black History Month in February.

City of Phoenix Park Manager Donald Domann joins Valley Watch to talk about the upcoming public event, Hike with a Firefigher/Hear from a Park Ranger. The event takes place on January 31 st  at South Mountain Preserve.

Phoenix Fire Department EMS Medical Director Dr. Charles Finch joins Valley Watch to talk about the PFD EMS program, goals for the future and celebrate success stories of emergency interventions.