NE Valley Times

Efforts to reduce hazardous vegetation in North Scottsdale are currently underway, with Scottsdale Fire focusing on removing such vegetation around critical infrastructure and along the right-of-way to minimize the risk of wildfires. According to a report, this year's efforts are being supported by a grant that enables fire mitigation in high-risk areas.

In a statement, Scottsdale Fire detailed the areas where hazardous vegetation has been addressed, stating, "Critical Infrastructure Treated: Fire Station (FS)-616, FS-614, FS-613, FS-611/Foothills PD, Water Site-105, Water Site 98, Water Site 143, Water Site 114, Water Site 99" and "Right-of-Way Treated: North Hayden (From Jomax to Remuda), Remuda Drive (From Hayden to entry into community of Rawhide Estates), Eastside of Pima Road (From Legends Trail Parkway to Stagecoach Pass Road), Stagecoach Pass Road (From Pima to WAPA powerline service road east of the dead-end), Northside of Happy Valley Road (From 74th Place to Scottsdale Road), Eastside of Scottsdale Road (From Happy Valley to Jomax)."

The report also listed current and upcoming projects aimed at reducing hazardous vegetation in the area, including the Granite Mountain Trailhead, Legends Trail Parkway, Southside of Jomax (From Scottsdale Road to Hayden), North Cave Creek Road, Lost Dog Wash Area, and Fraesfield Trailhead.

Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution when crews are working in the area and have provided a map outlining this year's area of concentration for reference. Additionally, residents are encouraged to play their part in reducing vegetation around their homes by visiting resources on wildland fire prevention.

Efforts to address hazardous vegetation in North Scottsdale are ongoing, with a focus on safeguarding the community against the threat of wildfires.