911 call for service data helping guide Phoenix's heat response plan
The City of Phoenix is using 911 data for heat-related calls to help guide outreach to the most vulnerable during the heat.
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The City of Phoenix is using 911 data for heat-related calls to help guide outreach to the most vulnerable during the heat.
Phoenix has been broiling in a heatwave, with temperatures of 110 degrees or higher since July began.In that time, the Phoenix Fire Department has seen an uptick in calls for all heat-related emergencies.Capt. Scott Douglas says they’re still tallying the total number of heat-related calls throughout the city. Data shows there have been at least six mountain rescues this month.
Arizona fire crews are still counting the numbers for an official total, but firefighters say they've seen an uptick of heat calls since this stretch of extreme heat began.
A child has died after an apartment fire near 7th Avenue and Bell Road this afternoon, according to the Phoenix Fire Department.
Authorities said the fire happened at a home near 43rd Avenue and Cactus Road.