Boulder Fire-Rescue

05/30/2026

Around 12:15pm, Boulder Fire crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire on a balcony in the area of Broadway and 15th. Boulder PD arrived and confirmed smoke and flames visible. Boulder Fire Engine 141 arrived and stretched a hose line for fire attack. Fire crews made entry and made sure no people or pets were inside. Crews worked quickly to extinguish the fire and were able to keep it contained to the outside of the structure. A fire investigator is responding to the scene to determine origin and cause. Please avoid the area as crews will be there for a bit longer.

05/25/2026

Boulder Fire-Rescue honors the brave folks who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We also recognize all current and past service members in our community as well as the veterans within our department whose continued service and dedication help protect our community every day.

Today, we remember, reflect, and honor. Have a safe and peaceful Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Today, we recognize the EMS staff, firefighter-paramedics and firefighter-EMTs of Boulder Fire-Rescue for their dedication to serving the Boulder community.

While many people know firefighters for responding to fires, the majority of calls our crews respond to are medical emergencies. Medical emergencies can happen at any time, anywhere — so our crews train constantly to be ready for them.

At Boulder Fire-Rescue, EMS training is an ongoing commitment and a critical part of our mission every day. From advanced cardiac care and trauma response to pediatric emergencies and technical rescues, our firefighters continuously sharpen their skills to provide high-quality care in the field.

Behind every emergency response is a team committed to learning, improving, and serving the community. Thank you to our firefighters and EMS staff for the excellent care you bring to every call for service, everyday. Boulder is stronger because of you.

05/08/2026

After 32 years with the City of Boulder — including 24 years with Boulder Fire-Rescue — we celebrated the retirement of someone who has been part of the heart of our organization - Shawn.

For so many of us, she was one of the very first people we met walking through the doors at Boulder Fire-Rescue. She knew everyone, cared deeply for people, and made every member of this department feel welcomed, supported, and valued. Through countless calls, celebrations, and challenges, she was a constant presence and an important part of so many careers and lives.

Her impact on this department goes far beyond a job title. She helped build the family culture that makes Boulder Fire-Rescue special, and her ability to love big will be felt for years to come.

While we will miss seeing her every day, we wish her all the happiness and adventure that retirement brings.

05/08/2026

Today’s sentencing related to the Boulder Attack marks an important step forward for our community. We are grateful for the diligence and coordination shown by investigators, prosecutors, and all those who worked tirelessly to get to this point. Accountability matters and so does justice for the victims and our community.

I want to recognize the men and women who responded that day—especially our firefighters—who went in without hesitation, facing an unknown, evolving, and dangerous situation. They encountered victims with severe injuries including significant burns, and immediately shifted into lifesaving mode. Within 6 minutes, the first fire paramedic was on scene treating patients with advanced lifesaving care and incident command was coordinating with ground and air resources for transportation. I want to acknowledge the critical role of medical care in this response. From the initial treatment on scene to the care provided at our regional hospitals, the dedicated continuum of care made a meaningful difference for those impacted. The actions of our first responders on this day reflect the very best of public service.

Our thoughts remain with the victims, and everyone affected by this horrific event. As I like to remind my firefighters everyday as they process through difficult calls and trauma, we are strongest together - let us lean on each other to work through the physical and emotional toll of this incident.
- Chief Michael Calderazzo, Boulder Fire-Rescue

05/05/2026

🚒 Training happening this week 🚒

You may notice increased activity from Boulder Fire-Rescue around 5150 Valmont Rd on May 5, 8, and 9.

This is a multi-company training focused on responding to commercial structure fires. Crews will be practicing coordinated operations, communication, and tactics to ensure we’re ready when real emergencies happen.

There is no live fire being used during this training.

Training like this is important because it allows firefighters to work together in realistic scenarios, sharpen their skills, and stay prepared to protect our community.

04/29/2026

04/08/2026

At approximately 3:19 a.m. today, Boulder Fire-Rescue responded to reports of a fire near the 200 block of Hawthorne Avenue in Boulder, near City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks land. The fire, named the Goat Trail Fire, burned approximately 1.7 to 2 acres before crews halted its spread.

Boulder Fire-Rescue responded alongside multiple mutual aid agencies, including the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Boulder Rural Fire Rescue, Mountain View Fire Rescue, Boulder County Fire Management, Sunshine Fire Protection District, Lefthand Fire Protection District, Boulder Mountain Fire Protection District. The Open Space and Mountain Parks Rangers also provided critical support during the fire response. An evacuation warning was issued for the area(s) west of the 200 block of Hawthorne Ave. Boulder County Sheriff's Office deputies and Boulder Police Officers swiftly conducted door-to-door notifications to ensure residents were aware of the warning, as many were asleep when the fire broke out. The evacuation warning was not an official evacuation order.

Crews stopped the forward progress of the fire and an "All Clear" was issued shortly after 8:00 a.m. A planned aerial water drop was canceled around this time due to lack of need. The fire reached 100% containment at approximately 9:15 a.m.

All evacuation warnings have been lifted. No injuries were reported and no structures were lost. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Read the full news release here:
https://bouldercolorado.gov/news/goat-trail-fire-contained-all-evacuation-warnings-lifted

04/08/2026

The Goat Trail Fire is 75% contained. There is hose around the fire and crews will be on site continuing to mop up throughout the day. A water drop from air support was expected at 8 a.m. but was cancelled due to lack of need.

All areas that received evacuation warnings earlier today have been cleared. There are no evacuation warnings in effect at this time.

Please check OSMP X and the trail closures website for specific trail information and continue to avoid the area throughout the day. As a reminder: opt into emergency notifications at bocoalert.org.

04/08/2026

The Goat Trail Fire has been 50% contained. The evacuation warning that was issued to community members in the area(s) east of 3rd St. and Spring Valley Road has been lifted. An Evacuation Warning remains in effect for the areas to the west. Crews are continuing to work on the fire throughout the day and it is still an active scene. The OSMP Goat Trail is closed. Please continue to avoid the area, give crews space to work, and ensure you are signed up for emergency notifications at bocoalert.org.