News Flash

What constitutes fire danger and red flag warnings

High winds over the last few days are contributing to high fire danger. But some areas such as Mesa County are not under restrictions or red flag warnings despite high winds and dry conditions. Other than a no burn advisory.

City of Grand Junction breaks ground on Fire Station 8

The city of Grand Junction broke ground on the $6 million Fire Station 8, a.k.a. the “two pony station,” located at 31 Road and D 1/2 Road, Thursday.

New ‘Wildfire Learning Network’ open to the community

As Colorado moves into warmer temperatures, Two Rivers Wildfire Coalition is launching a new ‘Wildfire Learning Network’ program open to the community.
The purpose is to proactively educate the community about preventing wildfires.

Grand Junction’s newest fire station is nearing completion

The Grand Junction Fire Department’s newest station is nearing completion and the department is asking for the community’s help as they get closer to opening the doors.

Grand Junction Fire Department responds to brush fire

Monday morning around 9 a.m. the Grand Junction Fire Department was dispatched to a brush fire just south of the Gunnison River in the Redlands area. This happened near Rosevale Road and Gunnison Dam Road south of Grand Junction.

Ag Fire prompts caution for open burn season

Grand Junction Fire Department answered a 9AM call near the Redlands for an agricultural burn. The sight blew nearby residents away. The fire didn’t affect nearby homes but it took multiple crews to contain it.

GJFD launches online CPR training video

The Grand Junction Fire Department has launched a new online video aimed at helping learn how to perform CPR.

Fire station No. 6 gets new sculpture

It started with an old black and white photograph from the Grand Junction Fire Department archives.
Next came about a half a ton of sheet metal.
Then it was time for Jeff Bates to go to work.

Local metal artist installs artwork for fire department based upon 1890 photo

The Grand Junction Fire Station 6 installed a new piece of artwork. The artwork is based on an 1890 photograph showing a horse and mule pulling a ladder wagon. The photo was blown up and traced onto steel and was then cut by hand with a plasma cutter.

KN95 Masks Available at GJFD Administration Building

In support of the State of Colorado’s ongoing efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and to assist in the mitigation of virus spread, the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) have made KN95 and surgical grade masks free...

Fire crews and police officers respond to early morning fire at a mobile home on Highway 50

Early Thursday morning, the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of an individual stuck inside a house that was on fire.

According to the fire department, crews received the call at 3:56 a.m. and responded to the 600 block of Hwy 50.

Fire department responds to car fire in Orchard Mesa

Early Wednesday morning, the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of an SUV that caught on fire.

Around 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, the fire department received calls reporting a vehicle was on fire close to a home in Orchard Mesa.

Raising awareness for firefighter cancer prevention

Firefighters battle an increased chance of nine different types of cancer while doing their job, including testicular cancer and multiple myeloma.

Neighbor’s Night at the Mesa County Library

Every first Thursday of the month, the Mesa County Library hosts Neighbor’s Night at the Central Library.

Colorado fire evacuation aided by daylight, access to roads

A late-season wildfire pushed by hurricane-force winds tore through two densely populated Denver suburbs and seemed destined to leave a trail of deaths. Yet, only two people are unaccounted for out of some 35,000 forced from their homes.

Grand Junction Fire Dept. responds to house fire on B 1/2 Rd.

The American Red Cross is helping those displaced in a house fire in Grand Junction. The Grand Junction Fire Department responded to the fire on the 2900 block of B 1/2 Rd. at 9:35 on Friday night.

Two adults and two kids sent to hospital after collision on 24 1/2 Rd. and Patterson Road

Two vehicles were traveling on 24 1/2 Rd. The first vehicle was traveling north and the second vehicle was traveling south.

Both vehicles approached the intersection of 24 1/2 Rd. and Patterson Road.

Undetected carbon monoxide leak nearly kills Colorado family

A Summit County family is lucky to be alive, fire officials say, after they flipped on a faulty furnace that poured toxic fumes into their home.

Grand Junction mayor announces first priority of 2022 budget

On Thursday, Mayor Chuck McDaniel announced that one day after the City of Grand Junction approved their 2022 budget, his first top priority for the town was public safety.

Safe holiday cooking advised by local fire department

Firefighters know better than anyone: reports of house fires and smoking kitchens go up during the holidays. Most of these emergencies are preventable — but only with your help and attention.

22 seniors relocated after broken water line

Grand Junction Fire Department responded to the 2800 block of Patterson Road for a fire alarm at an assisted living facility at 4:31 PM Sunday evening.

Grand Junction Fire Department assists in pipe burst

Chimney safety as cooler temperatures move in

As we approach cooler temperatures, Grand Junction Fire Department says it’s time for people to think about getting their heating systems cleaned.

GJFD Expanding Emergency Services to Meet the Needs of Growing Population

Seconds save lives, but with a rapidly growing population, fire services in Grand Junction are stretched thin. “The majority of our calls happen in the inner city area so we have to put the majority of our units down there,”...

Grand Junction Fire Dept. responds to CBD oil-related fire

The Grand Junction Fire Department responded to a fire at a commercial building on the 700 block of Scarlet Dr. in Grand Junction on Saturday.

Firefighters train for high-rise fire in Alpine Bank building

All week, firefighters with the Grand Junction Fire Department have been breaking through walls and forcing open doors on the ninth floor of the Alpine Bank building in downtown Grand Junction for a special training exercise...

Grand Junction Fire Department deploys crew to Southern California to battle wildfires

As of July, 337 wildfires have burned in Colorado.

Seven of those burned over a thousand acres for a grand total of roughly thirty-three thousand acres torched in the state.

Grand Junction Fire Department performs high rise structure training

Grand Junction Fire Department conducted a high rise structure fire exercise to give firefighters a complete understanding of the mental and physical requirements for such operations.

Grand Junction Fire Prevention Week event

Today was the kickstart event for the Grand Junction fire department’s prevention week hosted at fire station 6, where the community gathered to learn the different sounds of the fire alarm.

Fire Prevention Week preview

Fire Prevention Week will kick off this weekend on October 2nd. The Grand Junction fire department will be highlighting “the sounds of fire safety.”

Grand Junction Fire Department recieves grant from FEMA

The Grand Junction Fire Department (GJFD) received a grant called Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) from FEMA on Thursday.

Newest Grand Junction firefighters pay tribute to Sept. 11 fallen

Firefighter Ethan Archer, a recent graduate of the Grand Junction Fire Department’s Recruit Academy, was 4 years old on September 11, 2001, but he still remembers how that day felt.

Fire department dedicates 9/11 memorial on 20th anniversary of tragedy

A crowd gathered outside the Grand Junction Fire Department on Saturday to honor the memory of those lost in 9/11, and dedicate a new memorial to the fallen firefighters.

Grand Junction Fire Department holds 9/11 20th anniversary ceremony

Today is the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. It’s a time to reflect on the sacrifices so many Americans made. From the first responders to the citizens in the towers, on the flights, and at the Pentagon.

Grand Junction Fire Dept. assisting with Dixie Fire response

The Grand Junction Fire Dept. is assisting crews with the Dixie Fire in Northern Calif. Blazes from that fire are tearing through parts of that state.

Wildland firefighters from Grand Junction are working night operations.

Grand Junction Fire Department breaks ground on new fire station

This morning, the Grand Junction Fire Department broke ground on its new Fire Station 3.

E-waste recycling center destroyed in fire

Just as the hazy skies started to clear, a building becomes engulfed in flames spewing out black smoke in Grand Junction.

Grand Junction Fire Department uses a new tool to save lives

Thanks to a $10,186 grant from the State of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, the GJFD has now equipped all their ambulances in their fleet with video laryngoscopes.

Two people are in the hospital, after overnight crash

Two people are in the hospital, after an overnight collision on North Avenue.

Grand Junction Fire Department Honors Retired Captain on 90th Birthday Read More: Grand Junction Fi

Members of the Grand Junction Fire Department paid tribute to a former Captain yesterday during his 90th birthday celebration.

Colorado rescue teams responding to high number of dog-related calls

Rescue teams are urging dog owners to think twice before taking their pets on difficult hikes, as the number of dog-related rescue calls surges this summer.

In the line of fire

Kasie Billings stood proud on the stage at the Avalon Theatre for her Friday graduation ceremony from the Grand Junction Fire Department academy.
Her husband, Joseph, equally proud, walked onto the stage to pin Kasie’s badge onto her navy blue uniform.

Safety in triple digit temperatures

Temperatures have once again reached into the triple digits. With hot temperatures in the area, it is important to know the signs of excessive heat exposure and how to protect yourself.

District 51 van catches fire

This morning crews responded to a van on fire in Grand Junction. Around 7:20 this morning, the driver of that van was traveling near the 1200 block of Grand Avenue and 12th street when he noticed a problem with the car.

Mobile home caught fire

At about 11AM today, the Grand Junction fire crews responded to a mobile home fire off 28 and B Road. The owners of a RV were conducting maintenance when a flash fire started inside the mobile home.

Clifton area house fire caused by fireworks

The Clifton Fire Protection District responded to a house fire on the 500 block of Dodge St. early Monday morning. According to the department, fireworks were the cause.

UPDATE: Highway 139 remains closed due to Oil Springs Fire, evacuations ordered

According to CDOT, Highway 139 is closed in both directions at Douglass Pass due to the Oil Springs Fire. According to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, the fire is burning 20 miles south of Rangely.

Water safety tips

With these triple digit temperatures, more and more people are recreating in the water. But it’s important to make sure you’re doing so safely.

Heat wave hits the Western Slope, 106° temperatures expected Tuesday and Wednesday

Monday was the Grand Valley’s hottest day so far in 2021, with temperatures reaching 102°F in Grand Junction. Health experts say the next few days will pose an even greater risk for heat-related illnesses, along with increased wildfire risk.

GJFD responds to overnight fire at cabinet shop

Overnight on Monday, crews with the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to a fire at a cabinet shop in the 500 block of 25 Road. The department says that around 11:15 p.m.

GJFD Wildland Team Deploys to Southern California

Early Friday evening a Grand Junction Fire Department Wildland Team deployed with Brush 6 to the March Airforce Base in southern California for severe fire conditions. Today the crew was assigned to the southeast division of the San Bernardino National Fo...