Vast majority of mountain rescues involve Valley locals, not tourists
The department’s data reveals that since 2021, Arizona residents accounted for 437 mountain rescues, or 71% of all incidents.
'Scalpel rather than a chainsaw': Phoenix compromises on new heat-related trail closure plan
The three most difficult trails on South Mountain will close when the National Weather Service declares heat warnings from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phoenix board approves closing few trails on South Mountain due to heat
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — The city of Phoenix is one step closer to implementing new rules for closing hiking trails at South ...
Most South Mountain trails will remain open in extreme heat
A select group of trails, which prove difficult for rescue crews to reach hikers, will remain closed during extreme heat, but ...
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Some South Mtn. trails to close during extreme heat
Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board voted to close a few trails on South Mountain on days when the National Weather Service ...
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Phoenix Parks board votes to close certain trails on South Mountain during hot days
The city of Phoenix Parks and Recreation board voted unanimously to close some South Mountain Trails during Arizona's extreme ...