Phoenix fire department uses e-bikes to cut mountain rescue times

E-bikes speed mountain rescues

The Phoenix Fire Department is using e-bikes at north and south Phoenix fire stations to reach stranded hikers faster on South Mountain and other trails.

Key points E-bikes speed mountain rescues
  1. The Phoenix Fire Department is using e-bikes at north and south Phoenix fire stations to reach stranded hikers faster on South Mountain and other trails.
  2. Capt. DJ Lee said the department hopes to cut mountain rescue response times by at least 50%, which could save lives.
  3. The department has already handled over 100 mountain rescues this year, and the bikes also save crews energy on long hikes with heavy gear.
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