Greeley Rescue 105 Push-In Ceremony On August 14th, 2026 at approximately 10:00 at Greeley Fire Station 5, the Greeley Fire Department placed Rescue 105 into frontline service. This 2026 walk-around Heavy Rescue was built by Pierce Manufacturing in Appleton, Wisconsin and joins the Greeley Fire Department as the third support apparatus delivered in 2026. This apparatus will be capable of …
Poudre Fire Vehicle vs Building At approximately 13:39 on July 1st, 2026 Fort Collins 911 dispatched Poudre Fire Authority to a vehicle accident. Upon arrival of Engine 6 and Tower 1,Rescue 4 was requested to respond. Firefighters began patient care and assessed the structure for damage. After assessing the scene, the crew from the Northside Support Company, Tower 1, utilized …
Platteville-Gilcrest Engine 802 Push-In On June 16th, 2026 the Platteville-Gilcrest Fire Protection District welcomed a brand new engine to the fleet. This 2026 Rosenbauer Commander Rescue-Pumper moves the former Engine 802, a 2016 Rosenbauer Commander into reserve status, keeping the fleet reliable. The new engine features a Hale DSD 1500 GPM pump, 1000 gallon water tank and plenty of storage …
Semi vs. Semi Collision On May 27th, 2026 just before 01:00 Weld County Regional Communications Center (WCRCC) dispatched Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District and Mountain View Fire Rescue to a semi vs. semi collision on southbound I-25 near mile marker 236. Despite the severity of the crash, only one patient was transported to the hospital and no serious injuries were reported. …
Ranger Excellence School The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources held their 2026 Ranger Excellence School in Estes Park from May 18th, 2026 through May 22nd, 2026. Participants attended sessions on defensive driving, Spanish, self defense, crisis intervention and pepper spray certification. The week culminated with mock scenarios in Hermit Park on May 22, 2026, Rangers from Aspen, Boulder County, …
Active Shooter Training Exercise The Hudson Fire Protection District held an active shooter training exercise at Vestas in Brighton on May 20th, 2026. The multidisciplinary, scenario-based training was designed to rapidly isolate and neutralize threats while integrating medical, fires and law enforcement personnel to minimize casualties. Hudson Fire, Fort Lupton Fire, Buckley SFB, Hudson Police, Keenesburg Police, Lochbuie Police, Weld County Emergency …
Windsor Bayfront Drive Vegetation Fire At approximately 18:15 on May 14th, 2026 the Weld County Regional Communications Center dispatched Windsor-Severance Fire Rescue to a small vegetation fire south of Bayfront Drive moving southeast. Upon the arrival of fire crews they requested a second alarm vegetation fire due to the wind conditions, access and proximity to residential structures. Upon the arrival …
Sedona Hills Wildland Fire At approximately 14:58 on May 11th, 2026 Berthoud Fire Protection District and Loveland Fire Rescue Authority were dispatched to a reported wildland fire north of Carter Lake. While enroute, a large smoke plume was noted and the incident was upgraded to a second alarm and aircraft were requested. Upon the arrival of units, a found an …
Loveland Garfield Avenue Kitchen Fire At approximately 10:01 on May 8th,2026 Loveland Emergency Communications Center dispatched Loveland Fire Rescue Authority to a reported residential structure fire in the 1100 block of N. Garfield Ave. Dispatch advised that a party walking by the residence heard a smoke alarm coming from the residence. Engine 41 arrived first on scene, designating the 11th …
Mac Murry Court Structure Fire At approximately 15:22 on May 3rd, 2026 Mountain View Fire Rescue was dispatched to a commercial structure fire by the Weld County Regional Communications Center after smoke was reported in the 1200 block of Mac Murry Court in Dacono. While units were enroute, Frederick-Firestone Fire Rescue was requested to respond with an engine and tender. …
Lyons Radio Familiarization Training The Lyons Fire Protection District held radio familiarization training at Station 1 in Lyons on May 2nd, 2026. New volunteers spent their morning working on radio operations including arriving on scene, receiving assignments and reporting back their progress. The combination department formed in 1976 and covers 66 square miles in Boulder and Larimer Counties.
Boulder County Wildland Fire Training The Boulder County Fire Training Consortium held wildland fire training at Allens Lake on May 2nd, 2026. Crews practiced evaluating homes for structure protection, drafting and hydrant operations. Firefighters from Boulder, Boulder County Parks, Boulder County Sheriff, Boulder Mountain, Boulder Rural, Hygiene, Lefthand, Mountain View, Nederland, Sugar Loaf and 4 Mile participated in the training.
Loveland Scenic Valley Structure Fire On April 28th, 2016 at approximately 19:40 Loveland Fire Rescue Authority responded to a reported residential structure fire at 1669 Scenic Valley Drive. While enroute, Battalion 41 noted a visible smoke column from several miles out. Engine 43 arrived on scene to find a working fire involving a medium-sized, two‑story single-family home. Fire was showing …
High Plains Honor Flight – Spring of 2026 On April 19th, 2026 Veterans were honored and escorted to the Loveland-Fort Collins Municipal Airport where they were flown to Washington D.C. to visit the War Memorials. Firefighters and First Responders from agencies across the Northern Colorado Region were present to escort the veterans to the Airport. Upon the return, Loveland Fire …
Mountain View Structure Fire On April 18th, 2026 just after 22:00 Weld County Regional Communications Center dispatched Mountain View Fire Rescue to structure fire near the intersection of Weld County Rd. 5 and Weld County Rd. 12 just north of Erie. Upon arrival, Truck 206 found a large home heavily involved in flames. Due to rapid fire spread and safety …
NOCO April FOOLS Training 2026 On April 18, 2026, firefighters from across Colorado gathered at the Eaton Fire Protection District Training Center for a high-intensity training event hosted by the NOCO FOOLS. The session provided first responders with a critical environment to sharpen tactical proficiency in high-risk operations, including live fire suppression and intensive firefighter rescue protocols. By simulating the …
Community Safety Day On April 12th. 2025 Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District held their annual community safety day at the Home Depot in Firestone. The community came out to meet with first responders, tour the apparatus, fire extinguisher giveaways, learn valuable safety information with safety demonstrations and the first annual firefighter chili showdown. The Colorado State Patrol, Firestone Police Department, UC …
Mountain View Grass Fire On April 12th, 2026 just after 13:00 Boulder County Communications Center dispatched Mountain View Fire Rescue to a agricultural ditch burn that escaped containment on the north side of Hwy. 66 near Linda Vista Drive in north Longmont. Crews responded quickly and after helping to regain containment, the ditch runners continued their burn with assistance from …
Fort Lupton Engine 2601 Push-In Ceremony On April 11th, 2026 the Fort Lupton Fire Protection District welcomed it’s newest engine into service. This engine, a 2026 Pierce Velocity, is equipped with a 1,000 gallon water tank, 20 gallon foam cell, Husky 3 foam system and 1,500 gallon per minute Pierce PUC pump. This engine will serve the community of Fort …
Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry The Northeast Lincoln Fire Protection District held their annoy Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry at their station in Arriba on April 4th, 2026. The community was invited out to meet with firefighters, check out the apparatus and enjoy Rocky Mounty oysters and/or chicken tenders. The annual event serves as a fundraiser for the Department. For more information …