SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - Phoenix Fire Department Introduces New Search Dogs

Episode Date: September 28, 2026

Send us a text and chime in!The Phoenix Fire Department, in partnership with FEMA, introduced its three newest search dogs, Bunker, Ryder and Sawyer, during a media event held this week. The highly trained search and rescue dogs were showcased alongside their handlers, offering a first look at the teams that will support search and rescue operations across the region. During the event, attendees observed a live training demonstration highlighting the specialized skills the dogs use during rescue missions. The dogs navigated obstacles, executed agility exercises, and performed scent detection drills designed to simulate real-world disaster conditions. Handlers also demonstrated the communication techniques and teamwork required...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/phoenix-fire-department-introduces-new-search-dogs/ 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 on the Cast11.com podcast network by Fane Signature Group. The Phoenix Fire Department, in partnership with FEMA, introduced its three newest search dogs, bunker, rider, and Sawyer, during a media event held this week. The highly trained search and rescue dogs were showcased alongside their handlers, offering a first look at the teams that will support search and rescue operations across the region. During the event, attendees observed a live training demonstration highlighting the specialized skills the dogs used during rescue missions. The dogs navigated obstacles, executed agility exercises, and performed scent detection drills designed to simulate real-world disaster conditions.

Handlers also demonstrated the communication techniques and teamwork required to deploy canine units effectively during emergencies. The addition of Bunker, Rider, and Sawyer marked a significant enhancement to the department's search and rescue capabilities. Each dog will undergo an extensive training period with their handler before being eligible to be actively used during local emergencies or deployed for FEMA emergencies with Arizona Task Force One. The Phoenix Fire Department believes that these new search and rescue team strengthen the city and region's readiness for disasters and reinforce its commitment to protecting the community. Read more stories from the Phoenix area on signalsaz.com. Subscribe and be the F-1 RST2-No.