Maricopa Fire Department knows to bring a map before hitting the road. That’s why crews toured Apex Motor Club Thursday morning. 

Construction at Maricopa’s motor club is booming with a host of new facilities on the way. It’s important fire crews know the site and how to navigate it. 

InMaricopa joined Engine 572 crews on a tour of the complex, led by Apex spokesperson Jerimiah Stotler. 

The tour started at the garage condos, which were still under construction. The fire crew located the roof access and nearby hydrants. 

Stotler made a pitstop at the facility’s crown gem, affectionately dubbed “the toy box.” Firefighters peeked at several expensive “toys” made by McLaren, Lamborghini and Radical Sportscars. 

Next up: water storage. Firefighters familiarized themselves with the water pump and tanks. 

During the tour, crew members levied questions about fire prevention systems in place at the facility. 

Engine 572 was one of several crews on-site Thursday. 

“Any time we have a new permanent structure, our plan is to get these guys out here,” said Stotler. “I’d rather meet and hang out with these guys while they’re relaxed than in a panic situation.” 

An inside look at the fire crew’s tour: 

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Brian Petersheim Jr., Reporter
Brian Petersheim Jr., Reporter
Brian became part of the InMaricopa team in October 2020, starting as a multimedia intern with a focus on various multimedia tasks. His responsibilities included file organization and capturing photos of events and incidents. After graduating from Maricopa High School in the class of 2021, his internship seamlessly transitioned into a full-fledged job. Initially serving as a dedicated photographer, Brian's role evolved in October 2021 when he took on a new beat as a writer. He is currently pursuing his studies at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Brian's primary focus lies in covering public safety-related stories. In his free time, Brian finds joy in spending quality time with his family and embarking on adventures to explore the landscapes around him.
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