Official Account of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control, Department of Public Safety
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Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
The West is burning. Our Members saw it firsthand today. The lesson is clear: we can’t just fight wildfires, we have to prevent them. Protecting our land starts before the flames. – at Durango, CO
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
The Colorado Office of School Safety (OSS), is hosting a two-day Threat Assessment Symposium on Wednesday, Sept. 16 and Thursday, Sept. 17 in Denver.
Register here: co.accessgov.com/.../759fa3b…
View the flyer: cdpsdocs.state.co.us/.../reg…
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) is seeking a dynamic and skilled individual to serve as the next Deputy Director.
In this role, you'll provide high-level executive leadership, policy integration, and comprehensive administrative oversight for DFPC. The Deputy Director drives agency-wide accountability, strategy, and operational efficiency by directly overseeing the division's human, fiscal, operating, and capital resources.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply before 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 16.
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Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
Coloradans from across the state are cordially invited to the CDPS Safety Vehicle Showcase as part of our Sesquisemiquincentennial Celebration (Colorado's 150th Anniversary and America's 250th Anniversary).
Join us for an Open House featuring representatives from EVERY CDPS division.
Tuesday, May 5 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight Museum (Centennial Airport Location)
Blue Sky Hangar and Blue Sky Ramp
13005 Wings Way Englewood, CO 80112
We’re pulling out all the stops! You’ll find historical Colorado State Patrol (CSP) vehicles and current Trooper cars in use, our Division of Fire Prevention & Control (DFPC) Fleet including fire apparatus, a Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) snowcat, and more!
We are currently planning on participation from each CDPS division, however, this is heavily dependent upon fire activity and any other emergency events that may arise across the state.
RSVP no later than 5 p.m., Friday, May 1. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
You must use a Google account to sign in and RSVP via this form.
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
Yesterday Colorado Army National Guard pilots conducted fire aviation training with @COStateFire in preparation for the 2026 wildfire season. This comprehensive training helped develop and sharpen skills for all agencies involved.
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
We are closely monitoring and preparing for strong winds, low relative humidity and very dry conditions, resulting in high wildfire risk, forecast to start in western Colorado on Wednesday, April 22, beginning in the morning with peak winds expected in the afternoon, and along the northern Front Range on Thursday, April 23.
Most of western Colorado is experiencing Extreme to Exceptional drought due to the record warm and dry winter. xcelener.gy/42nt8Xr
To reduce the risk of wildfire and support public safety, we are evaluating the need for a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) for some customers in western Colorado beginning the morning of Wednesday, April 22.
High winds also heighten the risk of damage to our power lines and may cause outages. We encourage you to prepare for potential outages now, especially if you use medical equipment that requires electricity.
To learn more about the evolving situation, visit xcelener.gy/4sNQsbZ
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
Mountain pine beetle prevention work to begin on Pike National Forest.
For more information and a list of recreation sites scheduled to be treated, please visit fs.usda.gov/r02/psicc/newsro….
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
We are closely monitoring and preparing for severe weather, including strong wind, in Colorado forecast to start Thursday, Mar. 12 in Jefferson, Boulder, Broomfield, Larimer, and Weld counties. Wildfire risk is expected to increase, and strong winds heighten risk of damage to our power lines and may result in outages.
We encourage you to prepare for potential outages now, especially if you use medical equipment that requires electricity.
To learn more about the evolving situation, visit xcelener.gy/4ljJl8I
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
Bluebell Fire Update - 2:53pm
Firefighters continue working to contain the fire while command continues to assess the weather and wind conditions for targeted attack. At this time, the fire is mapped at around 1.5 acres (this more updated number comes from the MMA fly over). We have over 100 firefighters on scene and more than 9 assisting agencies.
A press briefing will be held at 3:30pm at New Vista High School with Chief Michael Calderazzo.
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
Fire is now contained, crews will remain on scene to extinguish hot spots. Thanks to the quick response and coordinated efforts of all fire departments, nearby homes were successfully protected.
ALT Firefighters working a grass fire
ALT Firefighters working a grass fire, lots of white smoke
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
Media staging is located in the parking lot of the car wash at 8411 Huron St. Approach from the north by taking southbound Huron from 88th Avenue. @ThorntonFire
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
An IPAWS notification has been sent to the impacted area guiding residents to evacuate.
We are now directing anyone who went to Water World to relocate to our formal shelter being established at Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center, 11151 Colorado Blvd.
Resources and assistance are available there. Officers remain at Water World to help direct community members. @ThorntonFire
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
I-25 is closed in both directions between Thornton Parkway and 84th Avenue as a precautionary measure due to limited visibility.
While we do have emergency personnel conducting manual evacuations, anyone who does not feel safe should evacuate. Those who do not have anywhere to go can go to Water World as a safe gathering location. @ThorntonFire
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
SAFETY ALERT: #ThorntonPD and @ThorntonFire are on scene near 84th and Huron responding to a grass fire.
Pinnacle High School and nearby businesses are being evacuated. Multiple road closures in the area.
Please stay clear and allow emergency crews to respond. Updates will be provided as they become available.
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
Thornton Fire Crews, along with several neighboring departments, on scene at Pinnacle High School for a vegetation fire. The school has been evacuated. I-25 has been closed north and south bound at 84th
ALT Burned vegetation
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
CO has announced the members of the Ponderosa Mountain Pine Beetle Task Force, an effort bringing together forestry, emergency management, utilities, and industry to address the growing outbreak. The group will begin meeting at the end of Feb. Learn more: bit.ly/4kHZCUM
ALT Press release from the Colorado Department of Natural Resources about Ponderosa Mountain Pine Beetle Task Force appointees, with meetings starting in late February. Contains a note to "Visit our website to learn more". Background features mountain and tree illustrations.
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
Breezy winds and dry conditions will lead to critical fire weather conditions across the northeast plains tomorrow. Please limit any activities that could create a spark, as conditions will be favorable for fire spread! #COwx
ALT Map of Red Flag Warning for portions of Weld, Logan, Sedgwick, Phillips, and Washington Counties. Will be in effect from 11AM to 5PM tomorrow.
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
🚨Prescribed Burn Alert
Starting as early as today (Dec. 8), we will be working with our partners at @COStateFire to conduct prescribed burn operations at Sylvan Lake State Park this winter.
More info ➡️ bit.ly/3MmKLSK
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
The EPSO PIO will be providing shortly a press brief shortly. We ask residents in the area to make sure they are signed up for Peak Alerts latest and most accurate information regarding the fire and evacuations.
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control retweeted
🔥Critical fire conditions will develop by early to mid morning, and continue through late afternoon. Ensure you're signed up for local emergency alerts (dhsem.colorado.gov/emergency), and have a Go Bag ready just in case a wildfire starts nearby. #COwx
ALT Graphic shows Red Flag Warning for portions of the lower foothills, I-25 Corridor, and adjacent plains through east central and southeast Colorado. on Monday.