Arvada Basement Fire At 12:46 on August 8th, 2019 Arvada Fire Protection District responded to a basement fire in the 5600 block of Everett St. Jeffcom advised that all residents were able to evacuate out of the structure. Engine 51 arrived to a 2-story small single family residents with smoke showing and a working fire in the basement, pulled a 1 3/4 attack …
Arvada Structure Fire On August 6th, 2019 at 21:21 Arvada Fire Protection District was dispatched to a structure fire in the 5300 block of W. 86th Ave. JeffCom reports of an electrical fire, and that an occupant may be trapped in the basement. Arvada PD arrived on scene and confirmed everyone had safely evacuated the home. Engine 55 arrived to a single story ranch …
Byers Garage Fire At 17:50 on August 6th, 2019 Byers Fire Protection District responded to a reported outbuilding fire at 6001 Rector-Leader Rd. in Byers. Brush Engine 71 advised East MetCom of a working fire with smoke in the air. Brush Engine 71 arrived to a fully involved outbuilding in the offensive strategy, with vegetation well involved including several vehicles, …
Residential Structure Fire Around 16:00 on August 7th, 2019 Pueblo Fire Department was dispatched by Pueblo 911 Communications Center to the 1700 block of E. 5th St. on a reported residential structure fire. The caller reported something on fire in a bedroom and a smell of something burning as well. The caller had evacuated but possibly went back in to retrieve …
Aurora National Night Out Aurora Fire Rescue and Aurora Police Department joined many of their colleagues across the county on August 6th, 2019 for National Night Out. NNO is an annual community-building event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. The annual event is a chance for community members to meet their neighbors, local first responders, and help make their communities a safer and more …
Colorado Springs MVC At approximately 09:45 on August 6th, 2019 Colorado Springs Fire Department was dispatched to the Airport Rd. & Circle Dr. On scene, B Shift Engine 8 and Squad 8 arrived and report three vehicles involved with heavy damage and with at least one trapped party. Engine 8 established med group and command, while a working trapped compliment was …
Littleton Basement Fire At 18:35 on August 5th, 2019 South Metro Fire Rescue and West Metro Fire Rescue responded to a reported house fire in the 3400 block of W. Powers Ave. in Littleton. While crews were enroute smoke was already visible from a distance and the incident was upgraded to a confirmed structure fire. First arriving Engine 11 sized …
Firefighters Car Fest The 4th Annual Firefighters Car Fest was held on August 4th, 2019 at the Stenger Soccer Complex in Arvada. The community came out to view all types of vehicles including classics, hot rods, muscle, motorcycles. police, and fire equipment old and new. A school supply drive was also held during the event, that helped support students in …
Annual Pancake Breakfast On August 4th, 2019 Ault-Pierce Fire Protection District held their annual pancake breakfast at Station 1 in Ault. The community came out to support the department with a breakfast that included rue truck rids, tour the station and more. Ault Police Department and Banner Health Paramedics (Northern Colorado Medical Center) were also on hand for the event.
Truck vs. Building At 11:07 on August 3rd, 2019 South Metro Fire Rescue and West Metro Fire Rescue responded to a vehicle vs. building accident at 8246 W. Bowles Ave. in Jefferson County. When South Metro Engine 13 arrived, they found a pick up truck inside the Qdoba restaurant and began checking for injuries. The driver of the truck was …
Salute To Sirens & Safety The First Emergency Responders Day was held on August 3rd, 2019 in Longmont with the “Salute to Sirens & Safety” event, which was on the grounds of the Boulder County Fairgrounds with displays of different types of emergency equipment including AMR, Boulder Emergency Squad, Boulder County Sheriff, Med Evac and more. The event is also …
Station 1 Open House On August 3rd, 2019 Four Mile (4 Mile) Protection District held their open house at Station 1 located at 8437 Teller County Road 11. Burgers and Hot Dogs were grilled right in front of the station, with a bunch of snacks, treats, and live music in the station. Flight for Life Lifeguard 3 also stopped by for …
Firefighter Combat Challenge The 3rd annual National Firefighter Combat Challenge was held on August 2nd, 2019 at the Boulder County Fairgrounds in Longmont. The event showcases the talents and skills of firefighters including hose dragging, obstacles, forcible entry, climbing a 5-story building, and more. This event also runs with the the First Emergency Responders Day with the “Salute to Sirens …
South Metro Residential Fire On August 2nd, 2019 at approximately 16:18 South Metro Fire Rescue responded to a reported residential structure fire at 5009 S. Olathe Circle. Engine 22, stationed a block away, arrived within minutes of the call and found a deck burning behind the residence. Firefighters made quick work of the fire and forced entered into the home to …
Denver House Fire Around 19:45 on August 1st, 2019 Denver Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 1400 block of Tamarac St. Crews arrived to smoke showing in abandoned house. Crews got a quick knock on the fire. No other information was released or available at this time. Units on Scene: Chief 5, Ops 2, Engine 15, Tower 15, …
Battalion Chief Cogswell Retirement After over 36 years of service Arvada Fire Protection District held a retirement ceremony for Battalion Chief Dave Cogswell at Station 6 (Station 56) on August 1st, 2019. Chief Cogswell started his career in February of 1983 at Station 1. He held the position of Lieutenant at Station 1, Captain at Station 7 and most recently …
Dacono Brush Fire At 18:50 on July 31st, 2019 Mountain View Fire Rescue and Fort Lupton Fire Protection District responded to Hwy. 52 & County Rd. 12 1/2 to a rapidly growing ground cover fire, burning into the nearby cut wheat field and being wind driven to the south, approximately 100′ x 100′ in size. Engine 2207 and Brush 2237 …
North Highway 67 Fire At 18:32 on July 30th, 2019 West Douglas Fire Protection District, Castle Rock Fire Rescue, Jackson 105 Fire Protection District and South Metro Fire Rescue responded to a wildland incident west of Sedalia. 911 callers reported 2 fires burning near Madge Gulch Rd. and Hwy. 67, a large plume of smoke was already visible from miles …
Adams County Dog Rescue At 17:19 on July 30th, 2019 Adams County Fire Rescue Engine 12 (C-Shift) was dispatched to a citizen assist for a dog in the water in the 2300 block of W. 64th Ave. RP advised that his German short hair dog took off after geese. Engine 12 arrived to a dog in the middle of the …
Arapahoe County Deck Fire At 02:13 on July 30th, 2019 South Metro Fire Rescue was dispatched to a confirmed residential structure fire at 9768 E. Fair Lane in Arapahoe County. The 911 caller reported all occupants were out and the back of the house on fire. First arriving Engine 31 sized up a medium size 2-story single family dwelling with …