Gas Leak Forces Evacuation at Scottsdale Resort

Boulders Resort and Spa Scottsdale evacuates 12 casitas after early morning incident.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Firefighters were called to Boulders Resort and Spa Scottsdale around 4 a.m. on Tuesday morning after a natural gas leak was reported affecting 12 casitas at the north Scottsdale resort. All of the impacted casitas were evacuated as a precaution while Southwest Gas crews worked to locate and secure the leak.

Why it matters

Gas leaks can pose serious safety risks, requiring swift action by first responders to evacuate affected areas and mitigate potential hazards. This incident highlights the importance of resort safety protocols and the coordination between local authorities and utility providers to address such emergencies.

The details

According to Scottsdale Fire, firefighters arrived at the resort near Carefree Highway and Scottsdale Road and found the gas leak affecting 12 casitas, which were all evacuated as a precaution. The cause and extent of the leak are still under investigation, with Southwest Gas crews on site working to locate and secure the source of the leak.

  • Firefighters were called to the resort just after 4 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

Boulders Resort and Spa Scottsdale

A luxury resort located in north Scottsdale, Arizona, offering casitas, spa services, and other amenities.

Scottsdale Fire Department

The fire department serving the city of Scottsdale, Arizona, responsible for responding to emergencies like the gas leak at the Boulders Resort.

Southwest Gas

The natural gas utility provider serving the Scottsdale area, working to locate and secure the gas leak at the resort.

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What’s next

Scottsdale Fire and Southwest Gas crews will continue to investigate the cause and extent of the gas leak, and determine when it is safe for evacuated guests to return to their casitas.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of robust safety protocols and emergency response procedures at resort properties, as well as the need for close coordination between local authorities and utility providers to quickly address gas leaks and other hazardous situations.