Ice Rescue Training The South Adams County Fire Department conducted ice rescue training at the pond in Reunion Park on February 5th, 2026. 5280Fire caught up with the morning group as crews rotated through a make shift rescue scenario and practiced removing victims from the water. The annual training helps firefighters hone the essential skills to safely navigate, survive and …
Ice Rescue Training On February 3rd, 2026 West Metro Fire Rescue held their annual ice rescue training on Crown Hill Lake at the Crown Hill Park in Wheat Ridge. This annual training in ponds, lakes and reservoirs prepares fire and rescue crews and ensures their readiness, in the event of an actual emergency. Crews were rotated throughout the morning and …
Ice Rescue Training On February 3rd, 2026 West Metro Fire Rescue conducted their annual ice rescue training at Bear Creek Lake Park in Morrison. This annual training provides fire and rescue crews to hone their skills and, while wearing rescue suits, and rescuing portrayed victims in very fringed waters. Crews were rotated throughout the morning and early afternoon, saving makeshift …
Live Burn Demonstration On February 1st, 2026 Evergreen Fire Protection District Wildland Division held their 3rd annual live fire burn demonstration at Station 2, 1802 Bergen Parkway in Bergan Park. Jefferson County Open Space Park Rangers joined in on explaining how the community can better protect their homes and properties from wildfires. The burn demo allowed homeowners to see how …
Arvada Ice Rescue Training The week of January 26th, 2026 Arvada Fire Protection District held their annual ice rescue training for all of the shifts in the pond off I-70 and Ward Rd. in Wheat Ridge. All members went through the training to keep their skills sharp and for certification. In their ice rescue suits, firefighters performed a self-rescue as …
Boulder Ice Rescue Training Crews from Boulder Fire-Rescue Department and Boulder Rural Fire Rescue held their annual ice rescue training with firefighters sharpening their skills at the KOA Lake in Boulder during the week of January 26th, 2026.
John Mulligan (Ret.) Celebration of Life On January 23, 2026, the Poudre Fire Authority and the Northern Colorado community gathered at Timberline Church to celebrate the life and legacy of Retired Fire Chief John Mulligan. Chief Mulligan’s career was defined by servant leadership and a tireless commitment to public safety. Spanning over three decades, his journey began in California with …
LFRA Swearing-In & Promotion Ceremony On the evening of January 22nd, 2026, the atmosphere at Foundations Church was one of shared pride and solemn responsibility. Loveland Fire Rescue Authority (LFRA) gathered to mark a pivotal moment in the department’s lineage: the swearing-in of a new generation of firefighters and the promotion of proven leaders to the ranks of Lieutenant and …
Cops In The Community On January 15th, 2026 the Wheat Ridge Police Department held another “Cops In The Community” event at the Starbucks Coffee at 3820 Wadsworth Blvd. This provided another opportunity for the community to interact with officers and other department personnel, in a comfortable atmosphere, while enjoying free coffee and treats. The community was able to chat about …
Engine 528 Push In Ceremony On January 10th, 2026 Louisville Fire Protection District held a traditional push-in ceremony for the new Engine 528 at Station 2, 895 Via Appia Way. The ceremony included the several speakers, blessing, transfer of water, wet down and the push-in the bay for service. The new engine is a E-One Cyclone engine.
5280 International Firefighter Ops 5280 International Firefighter Ops, an international charitable organization based in Colorado, is collecting used equipment from other departments to share with crews in Mexico. In September, the group donated the former Golden Fire Department Engine 2 to firefighters with Protection Civil y Bombers Puerta Vallarta. 5280Fire caught up with the PV firefighters on January 1st, 2026, …
Karl Smalley Memorial On December 18th, 2025 Adams County Sheriff’s Office Commander Karl Smalley funeral was held at the Brave Church, 3800 E. Hampden Ave. in Englewood. A large law enforcement procession was held before the service from Olinger’s Cemetery on S. Colorado Blvd. to the church. At the family’s request, the service was private and was only open to …
Academy Class 25-02 Graduation The members of West Metro Recruit Academy Class 25-02 graduated on December 19th, 2025 after more than four months of grueling training on the fireground and hundreds of hours in the classroom. There were 28 recruits in this class, 19 from West Metro Fire Rescue, 7 from Castle Rock Fire Rescue, and 2 from Arvada Fire …
Brush Engine 24 Push-In On December 17th, 2025 Golden Fire Department held a traditional “push-in” ceremony for the new Brush Engine 24 at Station 24, 151 Heritage Rd. The event invited the community to help roll in the the new truck into the bay and after snacks with refreshments and information about the future of the fire services in district. …
Karl Smalley A-12 Flag Tribute On December 16th, 2025 the Adams County Sheriff’s Office honored the memory of Commander Karl Smalley at their Strasburg Substation. The Honor Guard flew an American flag over Commander Smalley’s patrol car for 12 minutes in tribute to his call sign, A-12. The flag was then retrieved by the Honor Guard and was placed on …
Holiday on the Hill The Colorado Springs Police Department held their annual “Holiday on the Hill” at the Gold Hill Substation, 955 W. Moreno Ave. on December 14th, 2025. Officers escorted Santa Claus to the substation where the jolly old elf met with children, posed for photos and gave out gifts. The event also included holiday snacks and multiple vehicle …
Adams County Toy Drive Adams County Fire Rescue and the Adams County Sheriff’s Office held their annual “Holiday Toy Drive” at the Thornton Walmart, 9901 Grant St. on December 13th, 2025 for the drop location. Both departments collected new and unwrapped toys to share with kids in the community this holiday season. The gifts that were collected were given out at …
Golden Holiday Parade Golden Fire Department participated in the Golden Holiday Parade down Washington Ave. in historic downtown Golden on December 13th, 2025 and this year’s theme was “Holiday Movie Magic”. The community filled the street with excitement as the parade included, marching bands, elves, antique cars, floats, horses, Victorian carolers, elves, the Grinch, and of course, the fire trucks …
Foothills Santa Visit The Foothills Fire Protection District held their annual meet and greet with Santa visit on December 13th, 2025 at the Lookout Mountain Fire Station. The community was invited out to meet up with Santa and Mrs. Claus and get photos, enjoy Christmas cookies and enjoy hot cocoa and treats.
Santa Candy Giveaway On December 13th, 2025 the Federal Heights Fire Department and Federal Heights Police Department conducted their annual “Santa Candy Giveaway” throughout the city streets including Aspen Meadows, Countryside Village, Denver Cascade, Holiday Hills Village, Kimberly Hills, Lamplighter Village, Legacy Heights, Maura Villa, Monticello, Northborough, Rosemont West 84th, Tuscan Heights and other areas in the district. Both departments …