Public Safety

State statute determines when legal consumer fireworks can be sold and used. The use of legal consumer fireworks is restricted to June 24 through July 6. Illegal fireworks are never permitted within the town limits.

Monsoon Awareness Week is an opportunity to prepare for monsoon storms.

Arizona’s monsoon season officially lasts June 15 through Sept. 30.

Enjoy some ice cream and engaging conversations at the Queen Creek Cold Stone Creamery, located at 7507 S. Power Road, Suite 104, on Wednesday, June 14 from 5 to 6:59 p.m.

QCFMD’s Child Passenger Safety Seat Program teaches parents and caregivers how to properly install child safety seats into their vehicle. Statistics show more than 70% of child safety seats are installed incorrectly.

In January, the Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department had to send five crews out to responded to two separate mulch fires over one weekend. At that time, they warned that mulch fires burn hot and can burn for days.

“As friends and family gather for Memorial Day weekend, it is particularly important to be mindful of water safety,” said QCFMD Chief Vance Gray. “We encourage the ABCDs of water safety to help prevent these tragic incidents.”

The Communiversity, located at 21740 S. Ellsworth Road in Queen Creek, has made it easier for the Queen Creek Police Department to be more centralized instead of spread out over five buildings.

Coffee with a Cop is an opportunity for residents to meet their police command staff and officers, ask questions and learn more about the department. The event allows residents and officers to interact in a casual environment, building trust and relationships, according to QCPD.