Falcon Driver Training The Falcon Fire Protection District conducted driver training at Station 3 in Falcon on March 14th, 2026. The Department is expecting delivery of a new Rosenbauer ladder truck and took the opportunity to put several crew members through some training in preparation for an upcoming practical exam. The Fountain Fire Protection District loaned Ladder 232 to Falcon …
Pueblo Polar Plunge The Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office hosted the 10th annual Pueblo Polar Plunge at Lake Pueblo on March 14th, 2026 to help raise funds for “Freezin for a Reason” to support Special Olympics Colorado. Approximately 150 participants took to the plunge this year in warmer temperatures then in the past but the water was still cold. Top Individual …
St. Patrick’s Day Parade The 64th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade was held on March 14th, 2026 in downtown Denver with this years theme “Stars, Stripes and Shamrocks!”. The annual parade is billed as largest Saint Patrick’s Day parade west of the Mississippi. First responders from Aurora Fire Rescue, Colorado Emerald Society, Colorado State Patrol, Denver Fire Department, Denver Health …
St. Patrick’s Day Parade The 2026 Colorado Springs Saint Patrick’s Day Parade was held downtown on March 14th, 2026. Colorado Springs Fire Department Fire Chief Randy Royal served as the Grand Marshal for the event. Battalion Chief 4, Engine 5, Ladder 4 and the Department’s Cadet Program were among the participants in the event.
Elbert Pancake Breakfast The Elbert Fire Protection District held a pancake breakfast at Station 231 in Elbert on March 14th, 2026. The community was invited out to meet with firefighters, check out the apparatus and enjoy pancakes for breakfast. Elbert Fire has been serving the community since 1952 and covering 186 square miles in Elbert County and El Paso County …
Police Unity Tour Spirit Night The Douglas County Police Unity Tour held their community fundraiser Spirit Night to support the Police Unity Tour riders was held on March 10th, 2026, at the Chick-fil-A, 950 Cpl Max Donahue Lane in Highlands Ranch. A portion of the proceeds go towards supporting the riders of Team Colorado, to honor officers who have made …
Spring Prescribed Burn The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service conducted a prescribed burn at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refugee in Commerce City on March 9th, 2025. This is one of several planned burns. These seasonal burns are designed to reinvigorate the growth of native prairie vegetation, improve habitat for wildlife, reinvigorate the growth of native vegetation and manage …
Sedgwick Open House The Sedgwick Volunteer Fire Department held their annual open house on March 8th, 2026. The community was invited out to meet with firefighters, check out the apparatus and enjoy chili dogs and cinnamon rolls. In addition to The Town of Sedgwick, the all-volunteer department covers Dorsey Station, East Julesburg Reservoir, East Jumbo Lake, Flat Top, Peterson Ditch …
Aurora Station 9 Grand Opening Aurora Fire Rescue celebrated the grand opening during the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Station 9 at 17200 E. Mexico Ave. on March 7th, 2026. The event featured a dedication ceremony with a blessing, remarks by various dignitaries, a fire hose uncoupling, ceremonial posting of the first colors of the flag pole, a dedication …
Arvada Touch-A-Truck On March 7th, 2026 the Touch-A-Truck event was held at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. in Arvada hosted by Apex Park and Recreation District. The community was invited to see, touch, and explore large vehicles and machinery, and meet the people behind the machines that build and protect the Arvada community. Many organizations and companies participated, including …
West Metro & Denver Joint Training On March 6th, 2026 West Metro Fire Rescue and Denver Fire Department held a joint training at the former Sears building in the Westland Shopping Center, 10785 W. Colfax Ave. in Lakewood. Braving the snow, wind and temperatures down into the low 30’s, crews used this time to improve teamwork between the departments and …
Hudson Ambulance 903 Push-In The Hudson Fire Protection District held a push-in ceremony for Ambulance 903 at Station 3 in Lochbuie on March 2nd, 2026. In late 2025, the department began providing their own ambulance service. Hudson now has two in-service, ambulances, one reserve and ten single role paramedics to staff them.
Fire Science Live Burn On February 2nd, 2026 Adams 12 school district FutureForward program at Washington Square Fire Science in Thornton held their annual program exercise which involved four disciplines of high school students by two purpose build sheds, one being an accidental fire and the other as arson. The first part was the construction students built many sheds. Completed …
Otis Pancake Supper 2026 The Otis Volunteer Fire Department held the annual pancake supper on March 1st, 2026. The Community was invited out to meet with firefighters, check out the apparatus and enjoy pancakes for supper. The annual event serves as a fundraiser for the department and proceeds from this years event will help obtain rechargeable SCBA batteries.
Denver Polar Plunge The Denver Polar Plunge was held on March 1st, 2026 at Washington Park in Denver. The community was invited to take the plunge, in an effort to raise funds for Special Olympics Colorado. The Denver Police Department academy class was among the participants, who made a big splash into the pool of cold water. The Denver Fire …
Wet Mountain Controlled Burn Wildland Training The Wet Mountain Fire Protection District conducted a controlled burn on Copper Gulch Road near Milepost 1 on February 26th, 2026. Controlled burns are a land management tool that involved the controlled application of fire to a specific area to encourage vegetation grown, improve water quality and enhance wildlife habits.
Deer Mountain Italian Feast The Deer Mountain Volunteer Fire Department held an Italian Feast at Station 1, 6181 County Rd. 28 on February 26th, 2026. The community was invited out to enjoy lasagna, spaghetti, garlic bread, salad and dessert. The event served as a fundraiser for the volunteer department that covers 260 square miles in Fremont County.
Community Wildfire Protection Plan West Metro Fire Rescue held a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Open House on February 24th, 2026 for members of the community to gather information and to give feedback on wildfire mitigation, safety and related topics. There were several maps and other documentation to review. West Metro Fire Rescue also provided pizza and drinks. U.S. Forest …
Full-Scale Hazmat Training The Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management and the Colorado National Guard 8th Civil Support Team conducted a joint response full-scale hazardous materials training exercise at the former Kullerstrand Elementary School in Wheat Ridge on February 26th, 2026. Hazmat teams from the local metro area also participated in the event. The Colorado Army National Guard Weapons of …
Full-Scale Hazmat Training The Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management and the Colorado National Guard 8th Civil Support Team conducted a joint response full-scale hazardous materials training exercise at the former Moore Middle School in Westminster on February 24th, 2026. Hazmat teams from the local metro area also participated in the event. The Colorado Army National Guard Weapons of Mass …