Thornton Shed Fire

On July 23rd, 2022 at 12:10 Thornton Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 9595 Pecos St. Thornton Communications Center advised units that a shed was on fire about 5 feet from the mobile home. Engine 72 arrived to a working shed fire, secured their own water supply and stretched a 1 3/4 to the Bravo side for fire attack with Medic 72. Engine 41 arrived and pulled a 2nd line to the trailer skirting after reports of possible extension. Battalion 1arrived and assumed command in the offensive strategy and assigned Engine 2 with the primary search of the trailer. The fire was quickly controlled and crews checked the trailer for extension and found none. The cause is unknown and under investigation.

Units on Scene:

Thornton: Battalion 71, SAM 71, Engine 72, Medic 72 & Engine 71

Federal Heights Fire Department: Engine 41

Westminster Fire Department: Battalion 1, Engine 2 & Medic 2

North Metro Fire Rescue District: Battalion 61 & Truck 62

Thornton Police Department