Franktown Vegetation Fire

Photos courtesy of Franktown Fire Protection District

Around 11:24 on February 6th, 2026 Douglas Regional 911 Communications Center dispatched Franktown Fire Protection District and Elizabeth Fire Protection District to a possible small brush fire at Flintwood Rd. and Hwy. 86. Chief 181 and Brush 181 arrived on scene to a 50 x 50 brush fire and started fire attack. The fire was quickly put under control and crews worked on overhaul with hot spots. No injuries were reported. The fire was accidental and caused by a single spark from a grinder. Additional information provided by Franktown Fire Protection District

Units on Scene:

Franktown: Chief 181, Brush 181, Engine 181 & Brush 184

Elizabeth: Brush 271

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office

Photos courtesy of Franktown Fire Protection District

Photos courtesy of Franktown Fire Protection District

Photos courtesy of Franktown Fire Protection District

Photos courtesy of Franktown Fire Protection District