SAW 26-02 Week 4 The South Adams County Fire Department, Arvada Fire Protection District, Westminster Fire Department S.A.W. Lateral Fire Training Academy is currently halfway through their six weeks of training. 5280Fire caught up with the recruits at the South Adams County Fire Training Center on August 31st, 2026 while they were conducting hose deployment evolutions. The twelve recruits from …
Clear Creek County Festival The Clear Creek County C3 Fest was held on August 29th, 2026 at the Idaho Springs Baseball Fields in Idaho Springs, hosted by the Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Office. The community came out to the free event to hang out and meet up with local first responders and to see the emergency equipment with live music, …
Boulder Rural Open House The Boulder Rural Fire Rescue held their annual open house on August 29th, 2026 at their fire station. The community coming out to meet up with first responders, tour the apparatus, enjoy lunch, learn valuable safety information, game and learning. Med Evac, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Boulder Emergency Squad, Boulder Fire-Rescue Department, Boulder County Mounted Search …
Colorado State Fair Parade The Colorado State Fair Parade took place August 29th, 2026 in downtown Pueblo. The CSF Parade is one of the oldest parades in Colorado and kicked off the opening weekend of the Colorado State Fair and this years themed “Celebrate Your Fairatige”. American Medical Response, Pueblo Fire Department, Pueblo Police Department, Pueblo Municipal Court, Pueblo Country …
Firefighter Obstacle Course Challenge The Firefighter Obstacle Course Challenge hosted by West Metro Fire Rescue was held on August 29th, 2026 at the West Metro Fire Training Center, 3535 S. Kipling St. in Lakewood. Community members were invited to test their abilities, strength and endurance, while by pushing themselves through the course. From truck drivers, to office workers, they all …
Engine 2602 Push-In Ceremony On August 23, 2026, the Fort Lupton Fire Protection District proudly welcomed Engine 2602 into service at Fire Station 2 during a traditional push-in ceremony attended by firefighters, district leaders, and members of the community. The ceremony began with remarks from Fire Chief Greg Ward, who thanked the District Board and the community for their continued support. …
Station 17 Open House On August 22nd, 2026 West Metro Fire Rescue held an open house at Station 17, located at 10901 W. 38th Ave. in the Prospect Valley neighborhood. Station 17 is the former Wheat Ridge Fire Protection District Station 72. Station 17 response area includes the new Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital, Clear Creek Crossing, Applewood, Paramount Heights, Prospect …
Castle Rock Touch-A-Truck The Castle Rock Police Department held their 10th Annual “Touch-A-Truck” event at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock on August 22nd, 2026. The community was invited out and given the opportunity to climb aboard, explore and and learn about a variety of vehicles and the important roles they play. The Arapahoe Community College Police, Castle Rock …
Station 6 Open House On August 22nd, 2026 West Metro Fire Rescue held an open house at Station 6, located on the 6th Ave. Service Rd. Station 6 was built in 1985 and is the former Lakewood Fire Department Station 6. The community came out to tour the station, meet firefighters, ask questions and have their photos taken with some of …
Larimer County Emergency Services Open House The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office held a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house at their new Emergency Services Building, 2250 W. County Rd. 56, on August 21st, 2026. The new building will house the Sheriff’s Wildland Fire Team, Larimer County Dive Rescue, Larimer County Search and Rescue and the Diamond Peaks Ski Patrol. The …
Brendan Unitt Boat Rescue Training Day Larimer County Natural Resources held the 2026 Brendan Unitt Boat Rescue Training Day at Horsetooth Reservoir on August 20th, 2026. Rangers and Park Officers from around the Front Range spent their day participating in scenarios related to boat accidents, fires, near drownings, medical calls and other water related emergencies. The training was held in …
Pizza with Patrol The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office held a Pizza with Patrol event on August 19th, 2026 at the Saucy’s Pizza, located at 5055 S. Kipling Parkway in Littleton. Many deputies were on hand for a fun and relaxed setting, with plenty of free swag and promotional items available. Food and beverages were be available for purchase from the …
Hudson Public Safety Day The Town of Hudson held a Public Safety Day at Town Hall on August 15th, 2026. Despite the afternoon shower, dozens of residents came out to meet with forest responders, check out their equipment and enjoy a free hot dog. BNSF Police Department, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Hudson Fire Protection District, Hudson Police Department, Keenesburg Police …
Station 12 Open House On August 15, 2026 West Metro Fire Rescue held an open house at Station 12, 9990 W. Alamo Place in Littleton. Community members enjoyed discussions with the fire crew and EMT’s that were on hand. Families enjoyed getting a tour of the fire station and apparatus, with many questions for the crew. Stickers, bicycle bells and …
Station 13 Open House On August 15, 2026 West Metro Fire Rescue held an open house at Station 13, 12613 W. Indore Place in Ken Caryl. The community came out to tour the station, meet up with the station firefighters, ask questions and have their photos taken with some of the apparatus. Station 13 was dedicated on Friday, June 13th, …
Monument Touch-A-Truck The Monument Fire Protection District and the Town of Monument held their inaugural Touch-A-Truck at the Monument Fire District Administrative Offices on August 15th, 2026. Hundreds of district residents came out to meet with first responders, check out their equipment and enjoy pancakes served by Monument Firefighters Local 4319. The Monument Police Department, Monument Public Works and the …
Greeley Rescue 105 Push-In Ceremony On August 14th, 2026 at approximately 10:00 at Greeley Fire Station 5, the Greeley Fire Department placed Rescue 105 into frontline service. This 2026 walk-around Heavy Rescue was built by Pierce Manufacturing in Appleton, Wisconsin and joins the Greeley Fire Department as the third support apparatus delivered in 2026. This apparatus will be capable of …
East Metro Fire Academy Graduation After 16 rigorous weeks of training, the East Metro Fire Training Academy held their graduation ceremony at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds on August 9th, 2026. The 17 recruits from Byers Fire Protection District, Sable Altura Fire Rescue and Strasburg Fire Protection District are now probationary firefighters for their respective departments. The recruits were sworn in …
Cimarron Hills Open House The Cimarron Hills Fire Department held their annual open house on August 8th, 2026. The community was invited out to meet with firefighters, check out their apparatus and learn valuable safety information. The event included station tours, live demos and different obstacle courses for various age groups. For more information on upcoming events, check out the …
Ault-Pierce Pancake Breakfast The Ault-Pierce Fire Protection District held their annual pancake breakfast at Station 1 in Ault on August 9th, 2026. The community was invited out to meet with firefighters, ride on a firetruck and enjoy a freshly made pancake breakfast. Banner Health Northern Colorado Medical Center Paramedic Service also participated in the event.