SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - Fire Captain Saves Residents from Prescott Fire While Off Duty

Episode Date: December 18, 2025

Send us a text and chime in!New details have emerged about the residential structure fire on December 13, 2026, in the area of Ponderosa Park Road in Prescott, Arizona. Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) Captain and Health and Safety Officer Brody Fields, off duty and on his way to the gym with his wife, Taylor, noticed a column of smoke nearby. Acting immediately, Fields responded to the scene ahead of firefighters. Active fire burned on one side of the structure and light smoke was present in the home when he arrived. Demonstrating the dedication firefighters are known for, whether on or off duty, Captain... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/fire-captain-saves-residents-from-prescott-fire-while-off-duty/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Text-to-speech audio articles made possible by Cast 11 Talking Glass Media. New details have emerged about the residential structure fire on December 13, 2026, in the area of Ponderosa Park Road in Prescott, Arizona. Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority, CAFMA, captain in health and safety officer Brody Fields, off-duty and on his way to the gym with his wife, Taylor, noticed a column of smoke nearby. Acting immediately, Fields responded to the scene ahead of firefighters. Active fire burned on one side of the structure and light smoke was present in the home when he arrived. Demonstrating the dedication firefighters are known for, whether on or off duty, Captain Fields conducted a search, safely assisted one non-ambulatory occupant outside, and a second resident with evacuation. Thinking quickly to protect what mattered most to the residents,

Fields secured personal items, including eyeglasses, a cell phone, and the homeowner's safe. Alongside his wife, Captain Fields began hitting small pockets of fire around the wood-burning stove with a nearby garden hose to keep the fire at bay until firefighters arrived. Once on-duty firefighters reached the scene, Captain Fields stepped back and briefed the first arriving engine captain on the fire's location and status, enabling them to manage the remainder of the response. He and his wife then continued on to their appointment. Kauffma commends Captain Fields for his quick thinking and commitment to the community, and recognizes the support of his wife and assisting at the scene. Together, their efforts reflect the

spirit and professionalism of first responders. Prescott, Arizona, December 13th, 2025. On Saturday, December 13th, 2025, at approximately 8.03 a.m., firefighters from the Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority, CAFMA, and Prescott Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire in the area of Ponderosa Park Road in Prescott, Arizona. The fire was quickly extinguished. It is believed that the fire originated in the fireplace and extended into the attic space. Two occupants safely self-evacuated prior to firefighters' arrival. Crews made a coordinated attack and were able to stop the fire's progress, preventing additional damage to the home.

The residents were displaced and are being assisted by the American Red Cross of Arizona. No injuries were reported. Kauffman thanks APS, Italian Chief Moffat, Prescott Fire Department Battalion One, Lifeline Ambulance, Prescott Fire Department, Prescott Regional Communication Center, Red Cross of Arizona, and the Yavipai County Sheriff's Office, for their support. Catch up with more local news stories on Signalsaz.com. Subscribe and be the F1 RSD2 No.