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Axios
02-07-2025
- Axios
Phoenix fireworks rules: What's allowed this 4th of July
Certain types of fireworks are legal to enjoy in Maricopa County through July 6 — but make sure you know the limits or you could face a hefty fine. Why it matters: Fireworks are fun! But improper use can result in house fires, wildfires and injuries, and it can anger your neighbors and upset their pets. The big picture: Arizona law attempts to thread the needle to allow the fun side of fireworks without the grief. Certain ground-based fireworks are permitted a few days per year around Cinco de Mayo, Fourth of July, Diwali, Christmas and New Year's Eve. They cannot be used between 11pm and 8am, except on Fourth of July and New Year's Eve, when they're allowed until 1am the following morning. Violation fines vary by city but can run up to $1,500. State of play: The sale and use of fountains, spinners and sparkling wheel devices is permitted now through July 6. You must be 16 years or older to purchase fireworks. Cities can ban fireworks within a mile of certain parks and preservations, so check local guidelines if you live near open spaces with increased fire risks. Friction point: Aerial fireworks (typically the loudest and most dangerous variety) are never legal without a professional license, but that doesn't mean people don't light them anyway. Police generally issue very few firework citations because they have to witness someone in the act of using an illegal firework to do so. Yes, but: Some cities are getting better at finding illegal firework dealers. Mesa Police deployed more than two dozen detectives last 4th of July to respond to fireworks calls and monitor social media postings advertising illegal sales. The department seized more than 84,000 pounds of illegal aerial pyrotechnics, Mesa Tribune reported. The fine print: Phoenix Fire offers these tips to enjoy some nighttime razzle-dazzle safely:
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Family of 11 rescued on closed South Mountain trail due to heat
The Brief Phoenix Fire crews rescued a family of 11 on a South Mountain Trail on Sunday afternoon. The family was two hours into the hike when they called 911 because some of the kids were too hot and tired to continue. The fire department says the trail was closed due to extreme heat. PHOENIX - A family of 11, including several kids, were rescued off a South Mountain hiking trail on Sunday afternoon. Phoenix Fire says the trail was closed for the day due to extreme heat warnings. What we know The family began their hike around 10 a.m. on June 29 on the Holbert Trail, which is 2.56 miles. Two hours in, the heat started to get to some of the kids, and they weren't able to continue on. "At that point in time, 911 was dispatched. A tactical rescue crew arrived on scene and made their way up the Holbert Trail. Once contact was made with the hiking group, rapid cooling was applied to the hikers. Members of the technical rescue team put a nine and 11-year-old in the big wheel basket & brought them back down to the base of the mountain. Rescuers assisted the rest of the group down as well," said Phoenix Fire Capt. Rob McDade. There were a total of five adults and six kids. No injuries were reported. "The Holbert Trail is closed today as one of the several trails on South Mountain are closed on extreme heat days. There were numerous signs posted stating that the trail was closed for hiking activity," Capt. McDade said. Dig deeper On March 27, the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board approved the Holbert Trail, Mormon Trail, Hau'pal Loop Trail and access to the National Trail from the Pima Canyon Trailhead to be closed on days when the National Weather Service issues an extreme heat warning. The closures are in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. "In total, more than 100 miles of trails on South Mountain will remain accessible to hikers, with fewer than 7 miles subject to restrictions during Extreme Heat Warnings," the Parks and Recreation Department says on its website. "It's really inexcusable, really, if you're going to put a child's life in that danger," Capt. McDade said. "We always have a sense of urgency, but I think there was an exceptional amount. It's something to be a firefighter or a rescuer, and you get a report saying we have five children that are experiencing heat a quarter of a mile up on one of the hottest days of the year so far. Nothing surprises you. It disappoints you." The Phoenix Police Department has not issued any charges or citations. FOX 10 is awaiting comment from Phoenix Parks and Recreation rangers, who oversee the trails. Map of where the Holbert Trail is
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Phoenix chemical spill prompts 2 responses by crews: FD
The Brief Phoenix Fire crews were called to the scene of a chemical spill incident twice on May 26. The first response happened at around 3:00 a.m. One civilian was treated for possible inhalation injury, but not taken to the hospital. PHOENIX - Phoenix Fire officials released more details surrounding a chemical spill incident on May 26 that prompted two responses. What we know Per a statement, crews were initially called to a commercial food warehouse in the area of 43rd Avenue and Buckeye Road at around 3:00 a.m. "An employee was moving product when a 55-gallon drum of acid was punctured," read a portion of the statement. "The leaking drum was contained to a collection basin." Fire officials said the warehouse was evacuated, and while one person was treated for a possible inhalation injury, that person was ultimately not taken to the hospital. After crews confirmed the spill was contained and did not present a hazard to nearby areas, officials say the scene was turned over to a clean-up firm. However, crews were later called back to the scene when the clean-up firm made their way to the scene. "A possible second reaction may have occurred when the acid combined with residual chemicals in the containment basin," read a portion of the statement. "Hazmat crews made a second entry and found that the spill was still contained and not reacting. The environment inside and outside was metered and found to be non-hazardous." Officials say crews who made their way inside the building went through a decontamination procedure as a safety precaution. No firefighters were injured. What's next Officials say a fire prevention unit will remain on scene to help with cleanup efforts.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Phoenix Motel 6 fire sends a person to the hospital, fire department says
The Brief A fire broke out at a Phoenix Motel 6 early in the morning on May 18. A person was taken to the hospital, and they're in stable condition. PHOENIX - An early morning fire at a Phoenix Motel 6 landed a person in the hospital, the fire department said. What we know The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. near 51st Avenue and McDowell Road on May 18. "Crews arrived and found smoke coming from a third floor unit. Firefighters quickly extended hose lines and attack the flames. Due to the potential of the fire command balanced the assignment to a first alarm. A ladder company was assigned to the roof to attack the fire from an elevated position. There were a total of three units affected," Phoenix Fire Capt. Todd Keller said. A person was taken to the hospital as a result of the fire, and they're in stable condition. Their injuries weren't detailed by the fire department. What's next The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Yahoo
Tree trimmer rescued from 50-foot palm tree in Phoenix
The Brief Rescue teams had to help rescue a man from a 50-foot palm tree. He was working as a tree trimmer when authorities say a tree skirt fell on him, leaving him unresponsive. Rescue teams used a rope system and drone technology to help lower the man from the tree. PHOENIX - A tree trimmer had to be rescued from a 50-foot palm tree after a tree skirt fell on him, leaving the man unresponsive. He was taken to the hospital in extremely critical condition. "They thought they had their safety precautions in place and then next thing you know, 911 was called and we went to work," said Phoenix Fire Captain Scott Douglas. "They can fall down and they can trap the tree trimmer around his waist. They can trap their chest where they're not able to get full respirations and they can't essentially breathe. I don't know if that's what happened here, but they did use chainsaws to be able to freeze some of that dead skirt that was up there some of the dead foliage and be able to put the ladder truck right at his location and secure him and pull him off the tree." What we know Rope systems and drone technology were used to help extricate the man off the tree in west Phoenix. They also need chainsaws and a ladder truck to cut the palm fronds down and lower the man. The incident happened around 9:30 a.m. near the intersection of 67th Avenue and Thomas Road. Local perspective A neighbor said that it looked like the tree had never been trimmed before. "He was working around and pulling the palm fronds out," said Richard. "I heard some yelling and then there was nothing after that." Richard has lived there for more than 50 years.
