Westminster MVA At 18:10 on July 2nd, 2017 Westminster Fire Department responded to a T-bone accident at W. 72nd Ave. & Federal Blvd. Crews arrived to two vehicle accident that required an extraction of one of the vehicles. Engine 1 arrived and shut down westbound Federal for traffic safety. Both Medic 1 and Medic 2 transported a trauma red patients …
Grand Junction Residential Fire At 13:13 on July 2nd, 2017 Grand Junction Fire Department Battalion 1 and the city were dispatched to a report of a residential structure fire at 113 Columbine Drive in the Redlands. Multiple calls coming in report heavy fire and black smoke. Engine 5 was first in and reported a single story single family structure with …
Independence Celebration 2017 The Red Feather Lakes Volunteer Fire Department kicked off their July 4th Holiday Weekend on July 1st, 2017 as part of the RFL Community Association’s Independence Day Celebration. Festivities included a fishing derby, craft fair in the fire station, a parade through town and fireworks. The Crystal Lakes Volunteer Fire Department, Poudre Canyon Fire Protection District, Poudre …
Livermore Station 1 Open House Livermore Fire Protection District held an open house and fund raising drive at Station 1 in Livermore on July 1st, 2017. Community members were able to enjoy light refreshments, tour the station, check out the apparatus and donate to the department’s fill the boot campaign, which helps raise funds for the all-volunteer department.
Car vs. Light Rail Denver Fire Department was dispatched to a car versus light rail accident on Welton Street at Park Avenue West on June 30th, 2017, at approximately 9:15. Firefighters arrived on scene within minutes and found a Toyota Prius pinned between a northbound light rail train and a utility pole just north of the intersection. Firefighters extricated the …
Swift Water Rescue Training Arvada Fire Protection District and West Metro Fire Rescue collaborated water rescue training on Clear Creek from Youngfield Street to Sheridan Blvd on June 28th, 2017. Crews were also working on checking water flow and water levels.
Denver Commercial Fire June 26th, 2017 around 06:00 Denver Fire Department was responded to a reported structure fire at the Allgreens 762 Kalamath St. Denver Paramedics & Denver Police Department
Cripple Creek Donkey Derby Days 2017 Cripple Creek Fire Department participated in the city’s annual Donkey Derby Days on June 24th, 2017. Festivities in the mountain, mining town included a pancake breakfast at the firehouse hosted by the local Elks Club, a blood drive, donkey races, live entertainment and a parade down Bennett Avenue. Cripple Creek runs with a paid …
Making the 2018 Colorado Firefighter Calendar Despite the chilly weather and light rain, the 2018 Colorado Firefighter Calendar held a photo shoot at the West Metro Fire Training Facility on June 23rd, 2017. A half- dozen firefighters oiled up to pose for photographer Tony Clapp and his team using water, fire, smoke and foam to make some awesome images. Firefighters from …
Arvada Youth Fire Academy Arvada Fire Protection District hosted the annual Youth Fire Academy, three days from June 20th to 22nd, 2017 at the Arvada Fire Training Center. 32 youth were able to learn about being a firefighter, search & rescue, medical, go up in Tower 56, view Flight for Life and much more. More photos go to: Arvada Youth …
32nd Annual Fire Muster The 32nd Annual Mile High Hook & Ladder Fire Parade & Muster was held on June 17th, 2017 with huge crowds showing up in all ages to enjoy the fire apparatus parade down Littleton Blvd through Downtown Littleton to the fire muster at the Arapahoe Community College. Old and new fire apparatus were on display with …
Littleton Semi Accident At 23:40 on June 15th, 2017 Littleton Fire Rescue, South Metro Fire Rescue and Denver Fire Department responded to multiple reports of a semi versus apartment building accident with fire at 800 West Belleview Avenue. A tractor drawn car carrier traveling eastbound left the roadway, struck 2 parked cars and a large tree before coming to a …
Grand Junction Working Structure Fire At 18:43 on June 15th, 2017 Grand Junction Fire Department Battalion 1 and companies were dispatched for a working structure fire in the area of 23 ½ Road and G Road. Smoke was visible enroute. Multiple calls were made to the dispatch center, several passerby’s and several RP’s from Community Hospital across the street. Truck …
South Adams Trash Fire At approximately 16:00 on June 15th, 2017 South Adams County Fire Department was dispatched to a large trash fire at the Waste Management Denver Disposal and Transfer Station at 6091 Brighton Boulevard in Commerce City. Firefighters arrived on scene within ten minutes and found heavy fire quickly spreading throughout the large the mounds of trash. Crews …
Federal Blvd Car Fire Around 17:30 on June 9th, 2017 Westminster Fire Department and Adams County Fire Rescue were alerted to a car fire at Federal Blvd. just north of Hwy. 36. Crews were able to get a quick knock on the fire and no injuries were reported. Federal Blvd. was closed to one lane for a short time while crews worked …
Behind the Scenes: Fire Rescue Dogs Calendar A photo shoot for the 2018 Fire Rescue Dog Calendar was held on June 9th, 2017 at the West Metro Fire Training Facility in Lakewood. Several local firefighters and a dozen adorable puppies took turns posing in various scenarios at the training center to help raise money for Lifeline Puppy Rescue in Brighton. …
Foothills Annual Pancake Breakfast Foothills Fire Protection District held their annual pancake breakfast at the Lookout Mountain Fire Station at 67 S. Lookout Mountain Road on June 4th, 2017. Children of all ages came out to meet Smokey the Bear, view the fire engines on display, fire truck rides, pony rides, try on bunker gear, the silent auction, and more. …
Annual Station 32 Open House Fairmount Fire Protection District held their annual Open House at Station 32 at 18208 W. 58th Dr. on June 3rd, 2017. The community open house gave local residents the chance to meet with firefighters, view fire apparatus that were on display, fire station tours, view the home fire & sprinkler (side by side) burn demonstration, …
Centennial Care Home Fire Around 21:30 on May 31st, 2017 Littleton Fire Rescue Ladder 12 was dispatched to a public assist / water problem at 6800 S. Penrose Court. The RP reported water leaking from the ceiling and electrical issues. An automatic alarm was also received. When Ladder 12 arrived they found a small, single story care home with smoke …
Annual Pancake Breakfast The Mountain Communities Volunteer Fire Department held their annual Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast at Station 2 in Westcreek on May 29th, 2017. The community came out in force to meet with firefighters, enjoy breakfast and check out their new 1989 Pierce Dash pumper, acquired from the Black Forest Fire Protection District.