Phoenix FD’s message to hikers goes viral

By Bill Carey
FireRescue1/EMS1

PHOENIX — As temperatures across the Southwest topped 100 degrees, a social media post from the Phoenix Fire Department caught the internet’s attention for its subtle message.

The department posted a simple photo of a firefighter holding a sign that read, “Stop walking in the heat.” The message reminds people that when temperatures exceed 100 degrees, outdoor enthusiasts should exercise caution and follow the city ​​recommendations regarding excessive heat warnings.

The ministry released the photo on June 6. According to National Weather Service PhoenixTemperatures in the region reached 113 degrees that day, breaking the record of 111 degrees set in 2016.

The social media post currently has over 24,000 likes and over 11,000 shares.

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