Joint Ice Rescue Training Brighton Fire Rescue District and the South Adams County Fire Department conducted joint ice rescue training at Barr Lake State Park on February 13th, 2024. Firefighters from both departments practiced self-extraction techniques and rescuing victims from the water. The neighboring departments occasionally train together own in the event they respond to the same call or provide …
Electric Vehicle Training The Electric Security Agency, Rocky Mountain Truck Centers and the South Adams County Fire Department hosted hybrid / electric vehicle operations training at the South Adams County Fire Training Center, “The Pound” on February 7th, 2024. The training was designed to equip all first responders with the knowledge, skills and abilities to safely interact with hybrid and …
Ice Rescue Training On February 6th, 2024 West Metro Fire Rescue held one of their annual ice rescue trainings on Soda Lakes at the Bear Creek State Park in Lakewood. All stations participated throughout the day in two scenarios, one with a rope throw bag to a party in the water and the other were a member went onto the …
South Adams Awards Ceremony The South Adams County Fire Department held their 2023 Awards Ceremony at the Gaylord Rockies Resort on February 3rd, 2024. The Department gave out awards for years of service, Chiefs awards, unit citations and life saving awards. Amanda Foote and David Metish were recognized as Employees of the Year while Rick Cerrone was recognized as Firefighter …
Wildland Team Training The Pueblo County Sheriff Emergency Services Bureau (ESB) Fire Team spent part of their week Honing their skills through training. On Monday, January 29th, 2024, the team trained performing tasks using air packs, bunker gear and gloves at Station 3. On Wednesday, January 31st, 2024, the team worked on hose operations with live fire at their training …
Colorado Springs Ice Rescue Training The Colorado Springs Fire Department conducted ice rescue training at Pikeview Reservoir on January 27th, 2024. Heavy Rescue 17, Engine 9 and Truck 9 spent part of their afternoon training with new members. The crew of HR17 is trained in dive, ice, swift and high angle rescues. They routinely assist other companies with training in …
Monument Push-In Ceremony On January 27th, 2024 the Monument Fire Protection District held a push-in ceremony at Station 1, 18650 Hwy. 105, to put their new ambulance (Medic 581) and brush engine (Brush Engine 541) into service. The public was invited out to assist with the push-in, check out the apparatus, meet with firefighters and enjoy refreshments. Medic 581, a …
Arvada Ice Rescue Training Arvada Fire Protection District held their annual ice rescue training for all of the shifts the week of January 22nd, 2024 with Fairmount Fire Protection District. The training included time spent in the classroom and on the ice. Water and ice rescue is one of Arvada Fire four special operations. Members go through an annual training …
Joint Structure Fire Training The week of January 22nd, 2024 Mountain View Fire Rescue and Lafayette Fire Department are conducted training in an acquired structure near Cheeseman St. and E. County Line Rd. in Erie. This multi-agency training involves filling the residence with smoke to simulate zero visibility conditions as fire crews work together to find the fire, put it …
Aurora Ice Rescue Training Aurora Fire Rescue conducted ice rescue training at Aurora Reservoir on January 21st, 2024. Crews from Engine 16 and Ladder 8 worked on self-extraction techniques, in water rescues, dog removal and kickboard usage. The reservoir remains a busy place during the winter months. Dozens of ice fishing enthusiasts regularly venture out to try their luck. Aurora …
Ice Rescue Training The Larimer County Dive Rescue Team conducted ice rescue training at Horsetooth Reservoir on January 20th, 2024. The training event gave new members of the team the opportunity to don the ice rescue suits and practice their technique in a monitored environment.
Larimer County Polar Plunge The Larimer County Polar Plunge was held at Horsetooth Reservoir on January 20th, 2024. Hundreds of diehard locals braved the frigid temperatures to run the 5K and take the plunge. Proceeds from the event benefit the Larimer County Dive Rescue Team. Poudre Fire Authority, UC Health, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office and Larimer County Natural Resources …
S.A.W. Fire Academy Lateral Class The latest S.A.W. Fire Academy, a joint venture between South Adams County Fire Department, Arvada Fire Protection District and Brighton Fire Rescue District kicked off their training earlier this week. The new recruit and lateral entry classes have quite a few weeks to go before staffing stations in their communities. 5280Fire caught up with the …
Boulder Ice Rescue Training Crews from Boulder Fire-Rescue Department and Boulder Rural Fire Rescue conducted ice rescue training at the Boulder Reservoir to practice their ice rescue skills on January 13th, 2024. Additional information and photos by Chris Rodgers / Code 10 Photography
Federal Heights Santa Run The Federal Heights Fire Department held their annual Santa Run through the city on December 23rd, 2023. Crews took Santa around the residential neighborhoods to give out candy and wish the community a Merry Christmas! Units on Scene: Chief 41, Engine 41, Truck 41, Squad 41 & Medic 41
Denver Holiday Toy Drive On December 16th, 2023 Denver Fire Department Firefighters and the Better Halves with heroes delivered all the toys that they have collected to Children’s Hospital for the annual holiday toy drive. $300 in gift cards was collected. Santa and Buddy the Elf repelled down the side of the building with the Grinch. The drive also collected …
Breakfast With The Elves The Hugo Volunteer Fire Department and Lincoln Health held a pancake breakfast “Breakfast with the Elves” at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds on December 16th, 2023. The community was invited out for breakfast and to meet with Santa who arrived at the event in a Hugo ambulance. Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office also participated in the event.
Ugly Sweater Party The Fire Rescue Dogs Calendar held their annual Ugly Sweater Party at Left Hand Rino Drinks and Eats on December 15th, 2023. Firefighters, fans, friendly puppies and lots of ugly sweaters were on hand to help ring in the holidays. Proceeds from the sale of the Fire Rescue Dogs Calendar benefit Lifeline Puppy Rescue. Emily Makinzie from …
Academy Class 23-02 Graduation The West Metro Academy Class 23-02 was held on December 15th, 2023 at the Dakota Ridge High School. 24 recruits graduated with 10 from West Metro Fire Rescue, 7 from Arvada Fire Protection District and 7 from Castle Rock Fire Rescue. The new firefighters will take the skills they learned through hard work on the fire …
Engine 2 Placed Into Service On December 15th, 2023 Denver Fire Department held a Grand Opening Celebration of Engine 2 at Station 2, 5300 Memphis St. to officially place the engine in service. The event started out with Presentation of Colors by the DFD Honor Guard – Denver Firefighters Pipes & Drums, the welcome introductions by emcee Captain JD Chism, …