Valley Watch

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 Across Generations” on Thursday, 9/10 at Memorial Hall at Steele Indian School Park called starting at 6 PM.

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^thof 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.