Valley Watch

Phoenix Firefighter and president of the FireVets affinity group Nick Tenaglia joins Valley Watch to discuss his path from military veteran to firefighter, the impact veterans have in the PFD and the FireVets participation in the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade on November 11 th .

Deputy Director of the Office of Emergency Management Kim Gathers joins Valley Watch to discuss resources available to residents during heavy rain, helpful reminders in preparing for emergencies and also invite listeners to a free Trauma Bleeding Control program on November 4 th @ 6 PM at American Family Fields.

Captain Rob McDade joins Valley Watch to share some helpful Halloween tips for families and safety tips for stormy weather around Phoenix.

Firefighter Victor Aranda joins Valley Watch to talk about Hispanic Heritage Month and its significance within the PFD. Victor is the treasurer of the PFD’s Valley Hispanic Bomberos affinity group.

Chief Ben Lindquist from the Phoenix Fire Department’s Member Services department joins Valley Watch to discuss all the resources that are made available to firefighters to keep them healthy on the job, including sleep resources and mental health resources. Ben also discusses the recent IAFF National Fallen Firefigther Memorial for Captain Anthony Mock.

Senior Public Information Officer from the City of Phoenix’s Public Works Department Spencer Blake joins Valley Watch to help preview a free battery collection event on Thursday, October 1 st at Desert Sky Park from 2-6 PM.

This week on Valley Watch, find out the latest information on car seat safety checks for National Child Passenger Safety Week, Public Health and Vaccination clinics offered by the Phoenix Fire Department and the details on a free battery drop off event happening soon.

Captain Mike Johnson joins Valley Watch to talk about the recent department-wide focus on the mental health and well being of all Phoenix Fire Department employees and the resources that are available to all firefighters.

Captain Rob McDade joins Valley Watch to reflect on the Voices Across Generations 25 th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemoration event and share his personal stories and perspective on the Phoenix Fire Department’s response to 9/11.

PIO and Captain DJ Lee joins Valley Watch to discuss safety tips for flash floods and how diligently the Phoenix Fire Department prepares for flash flooding and water rescues. Also, Captain Lee explains the significance of the 25 th  Anniversary of 9/11 for himself as a veteran and for the Phoenix Fire Department. The PFD invites listeners to the special 9/11 Commemoration Event “Voices...

Training Supervisor for the Phoenix Regional Dispatch Center Taylor Beilmann joins Valley Watch to talk about the hiring process to become an emergency call dispatcher, what career opportunities currently exist, the differences between a police and fire dispatcher and the best way to start your career.

Phoenix Fire Department historian and 27 year firefighter Tim Kovacs joins Valley Watch to discuss the history of the Phoenix Fire Department and which notable figures from history can be traced to the early days of the PFD.

On this week’s Valley Watch, learn more about the founding of the Phoenix Fire Department as we celebrate the 140 th anniversary of the PFD on August 17 th . Plus, with monsoon storms continuing in Phoenix, learn some basic safety tips to help keep you prepared from the Office of Emergency Management.

Captain Mike Johnson joins Valley Watch to discuss how the PFD continues to be prepared for all hiking/mountain emergencies despite the Phoenix Firebird 10 being out of service and how kids heat risks are different than adults.

Captain Todd Keller joins Valley Watch this week to offer important safety tips and reminders for the extreme heat. Captain Keller also provides helpful advice for kids returning back to school and how they can best prepare for the heat waiting for the bus and returning home.

Battalion Chief Ryan Balzarini and Captain Richie Robnett join this week’s Valley Watch to discuss the different paths to becoming a Phoenix firefighter. They also discuss the details of the current open hiring period for the Phoenix Fire Department.  

PIO Captain Mike Johnson joins Valley Watch to discuss how to stay safe during a thunderstorm plus shares his experience getting hired as a Phoenix firefighter as the Phoenix Fire Department is hiring new firefighters starting July 20 th .

This week on Valley Watch, find out how the Phoenix Fire Department hosted local, national and international media for education on treating heat related emergencies. Also, safety reminders for the extreme heat living in Phoenix.

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.