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Scottsdale Remembers: Week-long 9/11 Tribute Honors Those Lost
To mark the 20th anniversary of the attacks that took the lives of nearly 3,000 people on Sept. 11, the city of Scottsdale is hosting a free 9/11 Memorial Tribute, Sept. 3-12, at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. A special ceremony on Sept. 11 begins at 1 pm.
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Captain retires after 40-year legacy in the Fire Service
Scottsdale Fire Captain Ken Farrell spent 40 years in the fire service running calls in some of the toughest neighborhoods in the valley. His last 16 years were with Scottsdale Fire Department – the majority at Fire Station 601. Today is the last day he reports to a fire station.
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Feedback requested on laser and tactical light ordinance
The Scottsdale City Council will consider adopting an ordinance which will prohibit intentionally or knowingly aiming a laser pointer, laser emitting device or tactical light at a peace officer, law enforcement employee or firefighter.
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City statement regarding garbage truck fires
At approximately 3 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 3, a fire started in a City of Scottsdale solid waste truck, which was parked at the city's North Corporation Yard alongside other vehicles.
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SFD Toy Drive Collects 15,000 Toys
Toys were collected at each of Scottsdale’s fire stations, police district offices, Public Safety Headquarters and a variety of local businesses.
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SFD Toy Drive Underway
Unwrapped toys and gift cards are accepted at all SFD fire stations and headquarters through Dec. 22.
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Scottsdale Fire drone program lifts off
Scottsdale Fire Department has recently deployed three small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, aka drones, after 14 individuals completed their FAA certification requirements.
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Monsoon weather (finally) expected this week
Although the monsoon season officially started June 15, we still haven’t seen it roll in. According to the National Weather Service, that’s about to change, and we should see rain and thunderstorms this week.
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SFD highlights outstanding service, promotions
Scottsdale Fire Department recognized outstanding employee and volunteer achievements and promotions at its annual ceremony in December at the Fountain Stage near the Scottsdale Center of the Performing Arts.
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Black Friday kicks off 2019 SFD Toy Drive
Black Friday is the official kick-off for the Scottsdale Fire Annual Toy Drive. Unwrapped toys and gift cards are accepted at all SFD fire stations and headquarters through Dec. 20.
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