Valley Watch

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month and on average, three Phoenix Firefighters are diagnosed with cancer a month. Division Chief Jason Miller joined this episode of Valley Watch to discuss how the department is dedicated to combatting cancer in the fire service.  

Happy New Year from the Phoenix Fire Department! Captain Kenny Overton joined this episode of Valley Watch on behalf of the United Phoenix Firefighters Local 493 to discuss major achievements in 2024 and what is on the horizon for the new year.

Host Ali Pardi

Mark your calendars and join the Phoenix Fire Department on December 13th for a special Open House at Station 35 in North Phoenix or Station 43 in South Phoenix! Bring the family, meet your local firefighters, and help spread holiday cheer by donating a toy to our holiday toy drive! Doug Mummert with the Phoenix Fire Foundation joined this weekend’s episode of Valley Watch to discuss the hol...

Mentorship starts before the career with the Phoenix Fire Department. Captain Ryan Ohlin joined this episode of Valley Watch to discuss his role with the affinity group, FireVet that works to connect Veterans with future careers in the Fire Service.

Flu season is upon us! Kandy Evans is the program director for the Phoenix Fire Department’s Vaccination Program, commonly known as ‘Baby Shots’. Mark your calendar for upcoming events and join us to spread health and wellness this holiday season.  

Deputy Chief Chris Healy joins this episode of Valley Watch to recap the recent deployment of FEMA’s Arizona Task Force 1. This specially trained group of firefighters went to support search and rescues efforts as part of the relief efforts for Hurricanes Helene and Milton.  

Ready to help your community? The Phoenix Fire Department’s Community Assistance Program is hiring! CAP Program Coordinator, D.C. Ernst joins this episode of Valley Watch to discuss the upcoming hiring event at Burton Barr Library on November 13th.  

Phoenix Fire is building its future! Fire Station 74 is officially underway after its groundbreaking on October 18 th  and Fire Station 62 is now expected to open in early December. Deputy Chief of Resource Management, Danny Gile describes what it looks like to build fire stations and plan for the department’s future.  

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Retired Phoenix Fire Chief, Kara Kalkbrenner shares her story.

This year’s Fire Prevention campaign, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. Deputy Fire Marshal, Cindy Staub joined this episode of Valley Watch to talk about the important and live saving work from the Phoenix Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Section.

Host Ali Pardi

The time to join the Phoenix Fire family is now! Recruitment information sessions are every first Wednesday of the month at the Phoenix Fire Department Regional Training academy. Captain Richie Robnett shares info on important dates for recruitment including when you can apply, the written test date, and when the next academy starts.  

Captain Rob McDade is in for Ali this week and sits down with members from the Crisis Response Unit to talk about the exciting changes coming to the program.

Captain Rob McDade is in for Ali this week and sits down with members from the Crisis Response Unit to talk about the exciting changes coming to the program.

September is Falls Prevention Month. On this episode of Valley Watch, members of the Arizona Falls Prevention Coalition discuss statistics, the risks, and the ways to prevent falls.

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a PFD UAS! The unmanned aircraft program has ~taken off~ for the Phoenix Fire Department. Captain Kenny Overton is the program coordinator and talks about the exciting new technology that is helping firefighters better serve the community!   

The Phoenix Fire Department wants to ensure not only humans are safe and healthy, but animals too! The Arizona Humane Society joins this episode of Valley Watch to talk about their first responders who help treat animals in the community and safety information on how to keep your pets safe this summer!   

Monsoon season is here! Are you storm ready? The City of Phoenix’s Office of Emergency Management wants to ensure you and your loved ones are prepared. Deputy Director, Kim Gather’s joins this episode to discuss safety information and what folks need to know before and after the storms hit. 

The Phoenix Fire Department prides itself in saving lives and protecting property. Deputy Chief Maki Llyod and Division Chief Jason Miller joined this episode of Valley Watch to recap the recent departmentwide Search and Rescue training that was conducted over several weeks for Command Officers, Captains, and all Engine Companies.

Executive Assistant Phoenix Fire Chief Scott Walker will return this week from the City of Phoenix after 31 years of service. On this episode of Valley Watch, he describes his impressive career and what’s next for him! 

Phoenix continues to see Excessive Heat Warnings. Captain Todd Keller describes recent incidents in Phoenix that garnered media attention including greater alarm fires, mountain rescues, and drownings.  

Not following the Phoenix Fire Department on social media? You’re missing out! Captains Adam Skiver and Megan Tranter joined this episode of Valley Watch to discuss recent viral social media posts and the power of this content that helps reach the community to share safety information.

The 4 th  of July is one of the busiest days for fires in the City of Phoenix. Jennifer Hill is Data Intelligence Analyst with the Phoenix Fire Department. She’s been tracking fire-related data connected to firework usage. She breaks down some of the trends that were seen in 2023 and what helped shape public safety messaging this year.  

The newest firefighter recruits hired by the Phoenix Fire Department are now being welcomed with a new pilot program! The program aims to educate the newest members of the Phoenix Fire family about all the different areas, sections, and benefits of what the City of Phoenix offers and the careers available within the Phoenix Fire Department. Chief Reda Bigler joined this episode to describe what th...