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Rural Metro Fire Department Commits to Future Partnership with San Tan Valley Pending Incorporation Vote

Rural Metro Fire Department Commits to Future Partnership with San Tan Valley Pending Incorporation Vote

ByJustin MathewsJul 30, 2025
Rural Metro Fire Department commits to future partnership with San Tan Valley, pending incorporation vote on August 5, 2025.
Fire restrictions have been lifted in Southeast Arizona

Fire restrictions have been lifted in Southeast Arizona

ByJustin MathewsJul 23, 2025
Get the latest on fire restrictions lifted in Southeast Arizona. Stay informed about safety measures and outdoor regulations.
Two Dead After Early Morning Crash in Apache Junction

Two Dead After Early Morning Crash in Apache Junction

ByJustin MathewsJul 19, 2025
Two people were killed in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning near Idaho Rd. and 16th Ave. in Apache Junction. AJPD and SFMD responded to the scene, and the cause of the collision remains under investigation
Lithium Battery Warning After Johnson Ranch Garage Fire

Lithium Battery Warning After Johnson Ranch Garage Fire

ByJustin MathewsJul 16, 2025
Explore the risks associated with lithium batteries after the Johnson Ranch garage fire and how to prevent similar incidents.
Rural Metro Responds to Bee Swarm Attacks in San Tan Valley

Rural Metro Responds to Bee Swarm Attacks in San Tan Valley

ByJustin MathewsJun 25, 2025
Rural Metro's prompt response to bee swarm attacks in San Tan Valley highlights safety tips for residents during such incidents.
San Tan Firefighters Endorse Incorporation

San Tan Firefighters Endorse Incorporation

ByJustin MathewsJun 23, 2025
Learn why firefighters endorse San Tan Valley incorporation and its impact on the community's safety and services.
Casa Grande Dissolves Police Advisory Board, Creates New Public Safety Advisory Board

Casa Grande Dissolves Police Advisory Board, Creates New Public Safety Advisory Board

ByJustin MathewsJun 21, 2025
Casa Grande dissolves Police Advisory Board to create a new Public Safety Advisory Board for police and fire services oversight.
Solar Inverter Fire Prompts Emergency Response at Major Eloy Solar Facility

Solar Inverter Fire Prompts Emergency Response at Major Eloy Solar Facility

ByJustin MathewsMay 23, 2025
Learn about the solar inverter fire that sparked an emergency response at a major solar facility in Eloy.
Teamwork and Technology Save Homes as Wildfire Season Begins

Teamwork and Technology Save Homes as Wildfire Season Begins

ByJustin MathewsMay 9, 2025
Explore how teamwork and technology save homes during wildfire season, as firefighters battle blazes threatening lives and properties.
City of Casa Grande Announces Grand Opening of Fire Station 503 on April 24, 2025

City of Casa Grande Announces Grand Opening of Fire Station 503 on April 24, 2025

ByJustin MathewsApr 19, 2025
Casa Grande celebrates the grand opening of Fire Station 503, a state-of-the-art facility for emergency and fire services.
Blinking Light and Dehydration: Two Hikers Rescued in Separate Arizona Park Incidents

Blinking Light and Dehydration: Two Hikers Rescued in Separate Arizona Park Incidents

ByJustin MathewsApr 16, 2025
Exploring the rescues of two hikers in Arizona parks. Understand the dangers of dehydration and the significance of safety measures.
Eloy Fire District Unveils ‘Clean Rooms’ to Combat Firefighter Cancer Risk

Eloy Fire District Unveils ‘Clean Rooms’ to Combat Firefighter Cancer Risk

ByJustin MathewsApr 3, 2025
Eloy Fire District unveils 'Clean Rooms' to combat firefighter cancer risk and enhance safety at fire stations.
McDonald’s Inside Casa Grande Walmart Closed Following Overnight Fire

McDonald’s Inside Casa Grande Walmart Closed Following Overnight Fire

ByJustin MathewsMar 31, 2025
McDonald's inside Casa Grande Walmart closed due to overnight fire. Firefighters responded quickly, preventing major damage.
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Pinal County Fights Fire Risk: $192,000 Grant Targets Invasive Plants

ByJustin MathewsJan 19, 2025
Pinal County takes action against invasive plants at Peralta Regional Park. Find out how a grant is helping to address this pressing issue.
Fire Crew Rescues Pole-Bound Cat

Fire Crew Rescues Pole-Bound Cat

ByJustin MathewsJan 6, 2025
Amazing rescue: Fire crew saves a cat stuck on a 30-foot pole in Sacaton, AZ. Read the heartwarming story of their successful mission.
Christmas Night Blaze Leaves Casa Grande Families Homeless After Suspected Electrical Fire

Christmas Night Blaze Leaves Casa Grande Families Homeless After Suspected Electrical Fire

ByJustin MathewsDec 28, 2024
Christmas night fire in Casa Grande displaces multiple families and destroys their holiday celebrations. Get the details here.
Christmas Eve Brush Fire Keeps Rural Metro Crews Away from Holiday

Christmas Eve Brush Fire Keeps Rural Metro Crews Away from Holiday

ByJustin MathewsDec 25, 2024
Rural Metro crews battle brush fire on Christmas Eve in San Tan Valley. Learn about the ongoing fire risks in the region and current fire restrictions.
Eloy Fire District Introduces New Drone Program for Emergency Operations

Eloy Fire District Introduces New Drone Program for Emergency Operations

ByJustin MathewsDec 17, 2024
Discover how the Eloy Fire District's new drone program enhances emergency response operations and adds an extra layer of safety for firefighters.
Holiday Candle Suspected in Early Morning Casa Grande Blaze

Holiday Candle Suspected in Early Morning Casa Grande Blaze

ByJustin MathewsDec 15, 2024
Residential fire in Casa Grande destroys home on Ash Avenue. Fire crews respond quickly to contain the blaze and prevent damage to neighboring properties.
Five Eloy Firefighters Honored After Dramatic Rescue

Five Eloy Firefighters Honored After Dramatic Rescue

ByJustin MathewsDec 13, 2024
Find out how Eloy firefighters received honors for their lifesaving actions. Read about their quick response and skilled intervention that saved a choking victim's life.
Fire Destroys Motor Home Near I-10 Interchange

Fire Destroys Motor Home Near I-10 Interchange

ByJustin MathewsDec 11, 2024
Motor home destroyed by fire near I-10 interchange in Eloy. Firefighters contained the blaze, preventing it from spreading to nearby structures.
Garage Fire Contained: Rural Metro Issues Warning About Trash Storage

Garage Fire Contained: Rural Metro Issues Warning About Trash Storage

ByJustin MathewsDec 1, 2024
Rural Metro Fire Department successfully contained a garage fire in San Tan Valley, AZ. Learn more about the suspected cause and safety reminders.
“Stand By Your Pan”: Thanksgiving Cooking Tips That You Can Be Thankful For

“Stand By Your Pan”: Thanksgiving Cooking Tips That You Can Be Thankful For

ByJustin MathewsNov 28, 2024
Ensure a safe and memorable Thanksgiving with these cooking safety tips. Don't leave the stove unattended and prevent home fires.
Two Homes Under Construction Destroyed in Suspected Arson

Two Homes Under Construction Destroyed in Suspected Arson

ByJustin MathewsNov 22, 2024
Investigation underway into suspected arson of homes under construction in Apache Junction. Police seek public assistance. Details inside.
Police Release Video, Seek Suspect in Casa Grande Church Arson

Police Release Video, Seek Suspect in Casa Grande Church Arson

ByJustin MathewsNov 19, 2024
Watch the surveillance video of the suspect believed to be responsible for the Casa Grande church fire. Help us identify this individual.
New Washers Shield Casa Grande Firefighters from Cancer Threat

New Washers Shield Casa Grande Firefighters from Cancer Threat

ByJustin MathewsNov 8, 2024
Casa Grande Fire Department takes proactive steps to protect firefighters from cancer with specialized washing machines.
Major Accident Fuels Safety Debate Around New Johnson Ranch Development

Major Accident Fuels Safety Debate Around New Johnson Ranch Development

ByJustin MathewsNov 7, 2024
Traffic accident on Hunt Highway in San Tan Valley AZ sparks debates about traffic safety and development in the growing community.
Flood Fire: Area Returns to ‘Ready’ Status

Flood Fire: Area Returns to ‘Ready’ Status

ByErik JohnsonOct 11, 2024

Last Update: Oct. 11 at 5pm Authorities have reduced the…

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