Tempe firefighters participated in a training exercise focused on rescuing victims from swift water conditions. The exercise involved teams from Phoenix Fire Department, Scottsdale Fire Department, and Phoenix Police Department, who were responsible for piloting the helicopters. Three members of the Tempe Fire Department, who are trained as Aircraft Rescue Technicians and have attended specialty school, took part in the exercise and are prepared to conduct hoisting operations from helicopters if needed.

Source: Tempe Firefighters

Source Type: Fire

Source Location: Tempe

Scottsdale, AZ

https://www.facebook.com/906926108142166/posts/1101408145360627

Tempe High-Rise Blaze Contained, 30 Displaced

High-rise apartment fire contained; water damage displaces residents during multi-agency response.

Tempe's Dry Surf Opens: Nation's First Skate Park

Nation’s first skateboard park, Dry Surf, opened in Tempe in 1965.

Rescue Teams Extract Overheated Hiker on Camelback Mountain

Rescue teams airlifted an overheated hiker from Camelback Mountain.

Polito Flies Down Syndrome Balloon at Fiesta

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta featured Tony Polito's balloon supporting Down Syndrome network.

Maricopa County Sponsors Dog Adoption Fees.

Maricopa County sponsors dog adoptions at three shelters until August 10.

Tempe Author Garners Major Literary Accolades

Charlotte Whitney wins top awards for her acclaimed historical novel.

ASU FIDM Alumni Showcase at Scottsdale Fashion Square

ASU FIDM alumni exhibit designs at Scottsdale Fashion Square until August 2025.

Tempe Brewery Launches Water Drive to Aid Homeless

Tempe's Hundred Mile Brewing hosts water drive for HOPE's homelessness support.

Chandler Police Host BE SAFE Interactive Event

Chandler PD hosts event to build trust and educate police and public.