South Metro Engine 16 Accident

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On May 27th, 2025 at 14:56 South Metro Fire Rescue Engine 16 was involved in a non-injury traffic collision at C-470 & Santa Fe Drive while responding emergent to a medical emergency. No injuries were reports to either to the driver and sole occupant of the passenger vehicle or to the four SMFR crew members aboard Engine 16. The Colorado State Patrol investigated and cited the passenger vehicle’s driver for failure to yield to an emergency vehicle. Engine 16 will be temporarily placed out of service and swapped with a reserve apparatus to maintain response readiness in the district. Additional information provided by South Metro Fire Rescue

Units on Scene: District Chief 1, Battalion 1, Safety 1, Engine 16, Tower 18, Medic 18 & PIO 12

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of South Metro Fire Rescue