Jefferson County National Night Out The Welchester and Daniels neighborhoods came out in the rain to the annual Picnic & Get Together to celebrate National Night Out on August 1st, 2023 at Daniels Park. Jefferson County Sheriff, Lakewood Police Department and Jeffco Road & Bridge were at the event with food and games. Music was provided by Maverick Mike. National Night …
Aurora National Night Out The Aurora Police Department and Aurora Fire Rescue participated in National Night Out at several locations on August 1st, 2023, including the Eastern Hills Community Church at 25511 E. Smoky Hill Rd. Despite the wet weather, the community came out to meet with first responders, check out their equipment and build partnerships to make their neighborhoods …
Broomfield National Night Out National Night Out was celebrated at Commons Park in Broomfield on August 1st, 2023 with North Metro Fire Rescue District, Broomfield Police Department and the City of Broomfield Public Works. The community came out to meet with first responders and learn about the vehicles and hands-only CPR training and more. The Salvation Army and others were …
Mountain View National Night Out The Town of Mountain View and Mountain View Police Department held their National Night Out on August 1st, 2023 at the Town Hall. Neighbors came out to meet with police officers, enjoy hot dogs and play games even in the wet weather. National Night Out is an annual community event that promotes police and community …
Wheat Ridge National Night Out The Wheat Ridge Police Department hosted their annual National Night Out on August 1st, 2023 at Hayward Park. The community braved the rain and came out to meet with police officers and members of special teams and to see the patrol, command vehicles and traffic motorcycles. Jeffcom 911, West Metro SWAT Team and others were …
Golden Pancake Breakfast On July 29th, 2023 Golden Fire Department held their 49th annual pancake breakfast at Station 21 in Downtown Golden, which is also part of the Buffalo Bills Days celebration and the Best of the West parade which followed the event. The community came out to enjoy an all you can eat breakfast that included pancakes and bacon. …
Denver Class 23-02 On July 28th, 2023 Denver Fire Department welcomed 17 new brothers after an 8 week condensed course. New firefighters came from as far away as Virginia. Fire Chief Desmond Fulton and Chief Mitchell gave welcome speeches and thanked the loved ones of these firefighters for their bravery in supporting the craziness that is firefighter life.
Platte Canyon Preventive Recon Platte Canyon Fire Protection District Brush 2 was performing preventive Recon work for the Forest Service and visited Strontia Springs Reservoir on July 26th, 2023. Prior to leaving the area a smoke sighting was spotted and Brush 2 was part of the response. A Helo from Douglas County made water drops on the small fire and …
South Metro Engineer Exam Prep South Metro Fire Rescue conducted engineer exam preparation training at the Joint Services Facility in Parker on July 22nd, 2023. Perspective engineers maneuvered through multiple stations working on their drafting, pumping and aerial placement skills in preparation for an upcoming engineer exam. Several crew members took advantage of the time to practice to other skills …
Lone Tree Police Open House The Lone Tree Police Department conducted an open house at the Lone Tree Arts Center on July 22nd, 2023. The community was invited out to meet with first responders, check out their equipment, learn valuable safety information and enjoy a free lunch. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Lone Tree Public Works, South Metro Fire Rescue, …
Rope Rescue Training The Clear Creek Fire Authority hosted a 40-hour rope rescue course from July 17th, 2023 through July 21st, 2023. On July 21st, 2023 the class participated in a mock rescue off Hwy. 6 along the Clear Creek Greenway Trail. The class, which was instructed by CMC, provided advanced rescue training that tested rigging skills and problem-solving capabilities. …
MCI Training Exercise The week of July 17th, 2023 Boulder County held a multi-casualty incidents (MCI) that was hosted by Mountain View Fire Rescue with many agencies that came together to learn to work together in this type of chaos. With the help of Strategic Medical Research & Training (SMRT) at the Louisville Fire Training Facility. Additional information and photos …
Elizabeth Tender Ops Training Elizabeth Fire Rescue conducted tender ops training at Station 3 on July 16th, 2023. Firefighters spent part of their Sunday morning filling a portable tank, drafting and operating the tender’s pump. Tenders bring large amounts of water to a fire scene and are used mostly in areas without hydrants.
Calhan Pancake Breakfast The Calhan Fire Protection District held their annual pancake breakfast on July 16th, 2023. The community was invited out to meet with firefighters, check out the apparatus and enjoy breakfast. El Paso-Teller County 911 and UC Health Lifeline participated in the event. For more information on future events, check out the 5280Fire Calendar.
Loveland 140 Years of Service On July 15th, the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority celebrated 140 years of service to the community. The City of Loveland was incorporated in 1881 and for two years fire protection was achieved through rapidly thrown together untrained bucket brigades. In 1883 Frank Bartholf organized and funded the Bartholf Hose Company as the first organized fire …
WWII Veteran Birthday Celebration A birthday celebration on July 15th, 2023 in North Loveland for Roger, a World War II veteran that turned 100. Roger was a combat glider pilot and later a C-47 pilot in World War II, he was awarded the Air Medal for his brave actions in Southern France. Loveland Fire Rescue Authority, Loveland Police Department and …
Antique Apparatus Bay Groundbreaking Berthoud Hose Company 1, Caretakers of Tradition groundbreaking for their antique apparatus bay at Berthoud Fire Protection District Station 61 on July 15th, 2023. The Caretakers of Tradition spearheaded the fundraising efforts to make the project a reality. Many donors of funds, materials and labor from the community are coming together for this project. The apparatus bay …
Emergency Preparedness Day On July 15th, 2023 the Teller County Office of Emergency Management held an emergency preparedness event at the Summit Elementary School in Divide. The community was invited to talk to first responders, sign up for emergency alerts, participate in a fire extinguisher demo, learn first aid, and learn how to change a tire. The Colorado State Patrol, …
South Metro Boat Training South Metro Fire Rescue Station 31 took advantage of the 85 degree weather on July 9th, 2023 to conduct boat training at Cherry Creek State Park. The crew launched Boat 31 at the west boat ramp and provided refresher training on the vessel’s operation. Boat 31 is housed at Station 31, 5901 S. Havana St. and …
Independence Day Parade The Highlands Ranch Metro District and Highland Ranch Community Association held their annual Independence Day Parade on July 4th, 2023 in the vicinity of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Substation on Zotos Drive. Several dozen community groups donned their finest red, white and blue apparel to help celebrate America’s 247th birthday. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Douglas County …