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.
Longmont 2nd Alarm Fire On July 16th, 2023 at 07:03 Longmont Fire Department responded to a reported apartment fire in the 700 block of Collyer St. in Longmont. Crews arrived to heavy fire showing from a multi-family dwelling and a 2nd alarm fire was requested. The fire damaged six units and the American Red Cross was requested for the displaced residents. The …
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 …
Denver Large Trash Fire On July 15th, 2023 at 15:57 Denver Fire Department was dispatched to a reported large rubbish fire at the Waste Management South Metro Transfer Facility, 2400 W. Union Ave. in Englewood. Engine 36 arrived on scene, found a large rubbish fire on the north side of the property and summoned additional assistance and pulled a line in …
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 …
West Metro Trapped MVA On July 15th, 2023 around 12:37 West Metro Fire Rescue responded to a MVA with possible trapped parties on W. 32nd Ave. and Teller St. in Wheat Ridge. Engine 16 arrived on scene to a two-vehicle MVA with T-bone intrusion to one vehicle from a moving type van. Crews started extrication and an additional medic was …
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, …
Sable Altura Vehicle Fire On July 14th, 2023 at approximately at 19:40 Sable Altura Fire Rescue and Aurora Fire Rescue were dispatched to a reported vegetation fire at 24550 E. Colfax Ave. Brush Engine 41 arrived on scene and found a tow truck on fire in a field south of E. Colfax Ave. The vehicle fire spread to some of …
South Metro Kitchen Fire On July 14, 2023 at approximately 11:50 South Metro Fire Rescue was dispatched to a reported residential structure fire at 20465 E. Quincy Ave. Units arrived on scene, observed smoke coming from the residence and upgraded the call to a working structure fire. Additional units were dispatched to the scene including a battalion chief and engine …
Boulder Vehicle vs Building Around 09:30 on July 14th, 2023 Boulder Fire-Rescue Department responded to a vehicle that drove into the post office at 2995 55th St. in Boulder. The vehicle did strike a party inside who was transported to a local hospital by AMR. Additional information and photos by Chris Rodgers / Code 10 Photography
Arvada Structure Fire At 13:50 on July 13th, 2023 Arvada Fire Protection District STAR 51 requested from Jeffcom a full response for a structure fire with heavy black smoke and flames showing from the Alpha side of a home in the 8400 block of Yarrow St. Battalion 52 arrived to a well involved structure fire with two houses involved and …
Residential Structure Fire On July 11th, 2023 at 21:40 South Metro Fire Rescue responded to a reported residential structure fire at 19 S. Franklin Circle in Arapahoe County. Engine 38 arrived on scene to large two-story residential structure with smoke showing from the roof on the Alpha side and pulled a line in for fire attack and the primary search. Engine …
Commercial Structure Fire On July 11th, 2023 at 16:40 Boulder Fire-Rescue Department Engine 2506 responded to a fire alarm at 6959 Winchester Circle. While searching the building, they located a fire in the A/V room and the call was upgraded to commercial structure fire. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and the cause is under investigation. Additional information and photos by …
South Metro Grass Fire On July 11th, 2023 at approximately 15:25 South Metro Fire Rescue and the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a reported vegetation fire near E. Smoky Hill Rd. and S. Piccadilly St. Crews arrived on scene and found a small slow moving grass fire along the equestrian trail southwest of the intersection. Firefighters were on …
Denver Structure Fire On July 11th, 2023 at 14:50 Denver Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 4337 N. Lipan St. Engine 17 arrived to a one-story multi-family dwelling with smoke showing and easbalished their own water supply and started fire attack. Chief 6 arrived and assumed command. Fire was put under control quickly and crews started overhaul. …
Boulder Apartment Roof Fire On July 12th, 2023 in the afternoon Boulder Fire-Rescue Department responded to a reported structure fire at an apartment complex under construction at 14th St. & Canyon Blvd. Fire crews were able to extinguish it with water cans. The fire originated from a roof tar machine located on the roof. No injuries were reported. Additional information …
Denver Structure Fire On July 11th, 2023 at 11:16 Denver Fire Department responded to a possible structure fire in the 200 block of S. Bannock St. Engine 11 arrived to find fire in the alley west of Bannock St. from a small garage-outbuilding structure, laid in from W. Cedar Ave. and position in the alley and pulled a 1 3/4 …
South Metro Garage Appliance Fire On July 10th, 2023 at approximately 11:55 South Metro Fire Rescue was dispatched to a reported residential structure fire at 5651 S. Hannibal Way in Centennial. Engine 23 arrived on scene and found light smoke coming from the garage. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish an applicant fire in the garage and then spent about …