Podcast
Valley Watch
Hosted by KTAR · EN
The program focuses on timely, relevant, public safety topics and information. The goal is to keep you better informed about what the Phoenix Fire Department and its community partners are doing to effectively respond to emergencies & help you be more safe.
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Valley Watch 07/26/2026
2w ago00:15:11Tap to summarizeBattalion 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.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 07/19/2026
3w ago00:15:11Tap to summarizePIO 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 20th.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 07/12/2026
4w ago00:15:13Tap to summarizeThis 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.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 07/05/2026
Jul 500:15:09Tap to summarizeOn this week’s Valley Watch, we celebrate America’s 250th 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.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 06/28/2026
Jun 2800:15:04Tap to summarizePhoenix 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.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 06/21/2026
Jun 2100:15:10Tap to summarizePhoenix 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 4thof July.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 06/14/2026
Jun 1400:14:56Tap to summarizeDeputy 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.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 06/07/2026
Jun 700:15:08Tap to summarizeCaptain 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.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 05/31/2026
May 3100:15:11Tap to summarizeCivilian 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.
Transcribe →Valley Watch 05/24/2026
May 2400:15:01Tap to summarizeChief 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.
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