Property owner responds to fire hazard concerns at radio tower site

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) — The owner of the KGX Broadcast Center property is responding after residents at a neighboring senior housing community voiced concerns that the abandoned Cathedral City site may pose a potential fire hazard.

In a previous interview with News Channel 3, residents say the property, located off Dinah Shore Drive, is overgrown with dry vegetation and lined with tall tamarisk trees. They also report signs of trespassing, raising concerns about safety and the risk of a fire spreading to nearby homes.

The City of Cathedral City confirmed the property is under an active code enforcement investigation and that the owner has been cited for violations. However, officials said the case is currently on hold while the owner appeals the city's findings.

Following the report, the property owner reached out to News Channel 3.

Stay with News Channel 3 to hear what he has to say.