KJZZ is a service of Rio Salado College,
and Maricopa Community Colleges

Copyright © 2024 KJZZ/Rio Salado College/MCCCD
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Phoenix officials consider new trail restrictions due to frequent hiker rescue calls

Phoenix officials are considering further restricting trail access due to frequent hiker rescue calls.

Kimberly Quick-Ragsdale, spokesperson for the Phoenix Fire Department, said they want to limit access during the hotter parts of the day.

“They’re looking at doing year-round closures during afternoon hours when temperatures are above 105 degrees and expanding that to the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.," she said.

Officials are also considering banning pets from trails once it hits 90 degrees. 

She said whether there’s a heat advisory in effect or not, it’s important to protect yourself from the sun and dehydration, and never hesitate to call 911 if you get into trouble.

More stories from KJZZ

Senior field correspondent Bridget Dowd has a bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.