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Poudre Fire Authority determines cause of Sterry Fire

Poudre Fire Authority determines cause of Sterry Fire

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Meet the finalists for next Poudre Fire Authority fire chief during virtual forum Tuesday

Meet the finalists for next Poudre Fire Authority fire chief during virtual forum Tuesday

Meet Aaron, Cara and Joey, PFA's three newest probationary firefighters, who are eager and humble to serve the community. | Poudre Fire Authority

Meet Aaron, Cara and Joey, PFA's three newest probationary firefighters, who are eager and humble to serve the community. | Poudre Fire Authority

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Did you know that the Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) Annual Report tells you not just how many calls we responded to last year, but what type of calls and even their locations. Our annual report includes a heat map of responses, budget insights, and a look a what’s next in terms of station construction and other resources. Take a look at the full PFA Annual Report online here: www.pfaannualreport.com The 2024 annual report will be published in spring 2025. #CallLog #FirstResponders #Data #PoudreFir

Did you know that the Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) Annual Report tells you not just how many calls we responded to last year, but what type of calls and even their locations. Our annual report includes a heat map of responses, budget insights, and a look a what’s next in terms of station construction and other resources. Take a look at the full PFA Annual Report online here: www.pfaannualreport.com The 2024 annual report will be published in spring 2025. #CallLog #FirstResponders #Data #PoudreFir

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Poudre Fire crews respond to two fires overnight

Poudre Fire crews respond to two fires overnight

CBS NewsJennifer McRae

🔥FIRE UPDATE: DIXON FIRE IN WEST FORT COLLINS 🔥 Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) crews have left the area after extinguishing a second alarm wildfire which burned 2.5 acres in west Fort Collins today. Multiple people called 911 reporting smoke and flames, and crews were dispatched at 9:48 a.m. to the 4400 block of Laporte Ave., the very west end of the road. The Engine 2 Crew just happened to be at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) building next door working on a pre-plan (inform

🔥FIRE UPDATE: DIXON FIRE IN WEST FORT COLLINS 🔥 Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) crews have left the area after extinguishing a second alarm wildfire which burned 2.5 acres in west Fort Collins today. Multiple people called 911 reporting smoke and flames, and crews were dispatched at 9:48 a.m. to the 4400 block of Laporte Ave., the very west end of the road. The Engine 2 Crew just happened to be at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) building next door working on a pre-plan (inform

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The Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) Fire Academy 22-2 trained on their first live fire evolutions this week. The scenarios included recruits approaching and extinguishing flames shooting from a propane tank fire at the PFA Training Center. The class of 28 is over halfway to graduation and we look forward to having them in the fire houses. | Poudre Fire Authority

The Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) Fire Academy 22-2 trained on their first live fire evolutions this week. The scenarios included recruits approaching and extinguishing flames shooting from a propane tank fire at the PFA Training Center. The class of 28 is over halfway to graduation and we look forward to having them in the fire houses. | Poudre Fire Authority

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Poudre Fire Authority's Tyler Powell provides an in-depth walk-around of the department's new Walk-In Heavy Rescue. Powell highlights a number of department-specific customizations the department requested in its SVI-built truck. We're excited about this apparatus as it will serve our very own Fort Collins community. | SVI Trucks

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Find Your Fire! Join the Team at Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) A career in the fire service means working along people passionate about helping others, challenging yourself every time you show up for a shift, and answering a special calling that not everyone hears. PFA firefighters are trained in high angle rescues, emergency medical services, river rescues, fire suppression, hazmat mitigation, vehicle extrication, and more. They responded to over 25,000 calls last year in PFA’s 230 sq. mile juris

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Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) is on scene of a 2nd alarm structure fire in the 5100 block of N County Rd 11. No one was inside the fully engulfed outbuilding which was reported by multiple callers at 9:03 p.m. PFA worked with Wellington Fire to attack the fire from outside the structure, and called knockdown on the fire at 9:19 p.m. Fortunately the fire did not extend to the nearby home and horse barns. Crews remained on scene to extinguish hot spots and are beginning to clear. A PFA investigator

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The sun might be setting but this day won’t stop! The Poudre Fire Authority Fire Academy is halfway through one of the most intense (and fun) days of training. The 12 hour day known as “Hell Night” starts in the classroom but quickly moves to the training ground where recruits will run over 40 incident scenarios. Scenarios include medical emergencies, vehicle and structure fires, vehicle crashes, and patient extrications. They will be going strong for around six more hours putting into action th

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Come along for this fun, virtual tour of Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) Fire Station 6 at 2511 Donella Ct. in Fort Collins, Colorado. Station 6 isn't just a station, it is also home to PFA's Fleet Services, a mechanic shop that services the customized apparatuses used by both PFA and surrounding departments. The crew will take you from right inside the front door to under the hood of an elevated fire engine! See how firefighters are dispatched in the middle of the night and learn about the many use

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Poudre Fire Authority is proud to welcome to the family Aaron Kerst and Joseph Tenuta, probationary firefighters who graduated today from the Front Range Fire Consortium Fire Academy. These two men joined 15 others in Class 17-2, as part of an academy that brought with it significant mental and physical challenges. The academy, a partnership among departments in Colorado, Wyoming and Montana, is designed to prepare recruits for the life-and-death work that is firefighting. Graduates were urged t

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Poudre Fire Authority crews extricated one patient trapped in a vehicle after a two-car collision on Shields St between Lake St and Prospect Road. Initial reports at 8:02 p.m. indicated a vehicle flipped over. Arriving on scene, crews found one vehicle resting on its side. Shields St was closed in both directions as Rescue 4 crews used specialized equipment to release the patient from the vehicle. Both vehicles were driven by a single occupant. The patient who was successfully extricated was eva

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It’s moving day! The Poudre Fire Authority crew and all equipment are moving into the new Station 7 in Laporte. The flag was raised this morning and the A-shift crew is officially on duty in the new house! We can’t wait to welcome the community into the new station for the grand opening and community event on June 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be tours of the station, chances to explore the engines, swag, events, snacks (from Laporte vendors), and more. #NewHouse #PFAStation7Laporte #Lapo

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Poudre Fire Authority remains on scene after conducting an extrication of one code red patient after a crash between two SUVs near Mulberry St. and Link Ln.Firefighters used specialized tools and training to remove the vehicle from around the patient while also providing care and avoiding further injury. The patient was transported by UCHealth ambulance. Each vehicle had one occupant/driver. The second vehicle was able to pull to the side of the road. No other injuries have been reported.Please

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FINAl UPDATE: Crews from Poudre Fire Authority and the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office extinguished a second alarm wildland fire northwest of Fort Collins this afternoon. Just before noon units were dispatched to the 4300 block of W. County Rd. 54G. Flames were 15 to 20 ft. when firefighters arrived. They worked to extinguish the flames, create and reinforce fire line, and eliminate hot spots. The fire was contained by 1:50 p.m. The fire burned an estimated 17 acres. The cause was accidental and

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With the recent cold weather, Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) firefighters have been extremely busy responding to calls for service involving frozen fire sprinkler systems. These calls for service can limit the immediate availability of resources for other emergencies, and often require apparatus and personnel to remain on scene for extended periods of time to ensure systems are shut off and water damage is mitigated. The time to prepare your water-based fire protection systems is before the onset o

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See the new Poudre Fire Authority Station 7 in Laporte

Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) battalion chiefs and wildland engine bosses recently trained with CO Fire Aviation at the Fort Morgan airport. CO Fire Aviation, contracted through the state of Colorado for aerial wildfire suppression and support, provided classroom education and simulated training exercises for PFA. Part of the training included PFA members communicating, directing, and coordinating with the pilots for tactical drop locations. Aerial resources for wildfire suppression are extremely

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This week, Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) crews completed their annual Wildland Refresher Training. At the training, our crews practiced shelter deployment. The fire shelter should be used by a firefighter as a last resort if planned escape routes or safety zones become inadequate and entrapment is imminent. With wildfire season among us, here are some steps you can take to prepare your home: 🌲Rake and remove pine needles and dry leaves 5 feet from the home, as well as under decks, porches, sheds,

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It’s moving day. The crews at Poudre Fire Authority Stations 2 and 10 were busy this morning transferring tools, gear, and other equipment onto the new engines that went into service today. Following tradition, both engines were pushed into their new station bays by the on duty firefighters. The firefighters at Station 2 even “christened” the new Engine 2. No, that doesn’t mean the crew smashed champagne bottles against the side of a brand new apparatus. They gave the new engine a quick rinse wi

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Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) crews extinguished a wildfire near several homes and outbuildings at the intersection of Feather Court and Kiva Dr. this afternoon northwest of Fort Collins. Dispatch received multiple calls reporting a fire near homes and “moving quickly.” PFA crews were dispatched at 12:25 p.m. and arrived in the neighborhood at 12:33. Flames were over 10 ft. high along one flank when firefighters arrived. Crews used a brush rig, hand tools, and other equipment designed for wildfire

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Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) swiftwater swimmers completed the last of three skill trainings for the water recreation season. This training took place up Poudre Canyon on the Poudre River and required responders to swim a mile section of the river in full gear. Cold mountain runoff is filling the river and sadly, there has already been tragedy on the Poudre River and in bodies of water across the state. PFA rescued two people from Horsetooth Reservoir recently after winds picked up in the afterno

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Poudre Fire Authority, Fort Collins Police Services, and UCHealth responded to a fire in a manufactured home in the 2500 block of E. Harmony Rd. at 12:32 a.m. today. The home was completely engulfed in fire and spreading to a second unit when crews arrived. Four people were home at the time. They were able to exit on their own and one was medically assessed and transported by the UCHealth ambulance team. One dog was found inside deceased. Firefighters attacked the flames then entered as soon as

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Ice on Lakes and Ponds in Poudre Fire Authority’s Service Area Though our firefighters train annually for ice rescue, we ask you to stay off the ice unless in a designated area. Unfortunately, each year we respond to emergencies involving adults, kids, and pets who encounter dangerous conditions on the ice. In this video clip Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) Captain Ryan Thomas describes the training process as well as considerations for community members. Please remember: ⚠️While bodies of water aro

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Poudre Fire Authority responds to 2 unrelated fires started by spontaneous combustion

Poudre Fire Authority determines cause of Sterry Fire

Come take a look inside Poudre Fire Authority Station 3 at 2000 Mathews St. in Fort Collins. Join the B-Shift Engine 3 Crew as they take you through the station and explore what makes it unique. It is home to an antique fire engine and the 911 Memorial at Spring Park is behind the station. The station also hosts our annual fire station open house each October in honor of Fire Prevention Month. Did you miss it this year? Have no fear, the event will take place the first Saturday of every October,

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Come inside for a tour of Poudre Fire Authority Station 4. Members from the Rescue 4 and Engine 4 crews take you through the bay and station. Fire Station 4, at 1945 W. Drake Rd. in Fort Collins, was built in 2009. The station achieved Gold LEED status. It is a dual company house, meaning two crews along with the needed resources, live and work at the station. It also has one of our most popular community rooms and offices in the basement for special operations staff. FUN FACT: Its address, 1945

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