View 32 plays host for firefighters

Out with the old, in with the new. But before new View 32 homes would be built the local fire department was able to enjoy the old building.

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Watt Communities gave the vacant office/retail space to Phoenix Firefighters for a unique training operation. Phoenix firefighters were able to kick, drag and drill through interiors as part of a real time emergency.

“It gave us a realistic setting with an important benefit: we could break down walls, conduct a roof attack that coordinated our Engines and Ladder companies, and complete other exercises that firefighters have to execute regularly on actual emergency calls.”- Phoenix Fire Department Battalion Chief Mark Huff

To read more about this exciting fire drill check out this article from the Paradise Valley Independent.