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We hate posting this as much as you hate seeing it, BUT it’s a Red Flag Day today! That means any sparks or small igniti...
06/17/2026

We hate posting this as much as you hate seeing it, BUT it’s a Red Flag Day today! That means any sparks or small ignitions could turn into a major fire problem for us all.

Don’t:
- burn anything outside or have an open fire
- dispose of coals and cigarette butts in the grass (ew)
- do work that creates sparks near combustible surfaces

Do
- sign up for emergency alerts at bocoalert.org
- encourage your friends and family to follow local fire regulations

Thanks fam! 🫡

A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FROM XCEL ENERGY - please do not call 911 because of the odor unless there is an injury or...
06/17/2026

A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FROM XCEL ENERGY - please do not call 911 because of the odor unless there is an injury or illness involved. # # #

We are aware that some customers in the Boulder, Louisville, Lafayette and Eldorado Springs areas may be noticing a strong natural gas odor.

The odor is related to scheduled maintenance work at one of our facilities, which involved the removal of equipment used to add odorant (known as mercaptan) to natural gas. During transport, residual odorant was released and carried by the wind into nearby communities.

Please note there is no active natural gas leak and no safety hazard to the public. Crews are on-site working to contain remaining materials, and we expect that effort to be completed this evening, although some residual odor may linger for a short time.

We understand this can be concerning and appreciate our customers’ patience as we complete this work safely.

06/17/2026

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

If you are noticing a gas odor in the eastern Boulder area, it could be the result of this! Do not call 911 to report the order unless you have an injury, illness or issue as a result of it. Thank you.

What does a Division Chief of Operations do in Boulder Fire-Rescue? Great question! The Division Chief of Operations is ...
06/12/2026

What does a Division Chief of Operations do in Boulder Fire-Rescue? Great question! The Division Chief of Operations is a key leader in our department, responsible for overseeing all line-duty firefighters, battalion chiefs, and the Health and Safety program, and reports directly to the Deputy Chief.

So, who is currently filling this challenging and demanding position?

A huge congratulations to Chief Chad Rennich on his promotion to Operations Division Chief! Previously serving as a Battalion Chief with BFR, Chief Rennich was already a pivotal leader within the department. He has only been in the role a short time, but he is already making it his own—bringing innovative ideas and strengthening connections with crews across the organization.

We are excited to continue working with you in this new capacity, Chief Rennich. Congratulations! 🎉🔥

Boulder Police have arrested a suspect in connection with an attempted arson incident near the 800 block of Moorhead Ave...
06/11/2026

Boulder Police have arrested a suspect in connection with an attempted arson incident near the 800 block of Moorhead Avenue this evening. While police investigators remain on scene, fire, hazmat and bomb squad personnel are clearing.

The scene has been determined to be safe and residents who were temporarily displaced are cleared to return home.

During the incident, a package that was noted as suspicious prompted a response from hazmat and bomb squad crews, those concerns have since been cleared. Investigators continue to assess the scene for the full extent of damage and the investigation remains active. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Thank you to the Boulder Fire-Rescue crews, Boulder Police Department officers and drone team, Boulder Emergency Squad, Boulder County HazMat Team, Falck Rocky Mountain and Boulder County Bomb Squad for their coordinated response during this incident.

Boulder Fire-Rescue and Boulder Police remain on scene in the area of 800 Moorhead Circle. The fire from the initial str...
06/11/2026

Boulder Fire-Rescue and Boulder Police remain on scene in the area of 800 Moorhead Circle. The fire from the initial structure fire call has been extinguished, however the building will stay fully evacuated as a result of crews finding a suspicious package in the building during fire suppression operations.

The Bomb Squad and Regional Hazmat team are also on scene. There are no additional evacuation orders at this time. Please avoid the area as crews continue to work.

We will provide more information as it becomes available.

Boulder Fire-Rescue is currently on scene the call of a structure fire in the block of 800 West Moorhead Circle. Please ...
06/11/2026

Boulder Fire-Rescue is currently on scene the call of a structure fire in the block of 800 West Moorhead Circle. Please avoid the area so that crews can navigate the scene safely.

There’s a new Battalion Chief in the house (Station 3 to be exact)! Join us in congratulating Chief Tyler Capron on his ...
06/09/2026

There’s a new Battalion Chief in the house (Station 3 to be exact)! Join us in congratulating Chief Tyler Capron on his new promotion to BC. Getting to this point in any firefighters career takes a considerable amount of time, dedication, and leadership skill. We are super blessed as a department to have Chief Capron on our team and we can’t wait to see the things he does as a Battalion Chief.

Did you know that during the pinning ceremony of a promotion, it is customary for someone(s) close to the person to do the pinning; family, partner, friend. The work of a fire professional takes considerable support, sacrifice, and understanding by family and friends.

There is nothing more bittersweet than a retirement; recently our Operations Division Chief Mark Evans officially retire...
06/08/2026

There is nothing more bittersweet than a retirement; recently our Operations Division Chief Mark Evans officially retired from Boulder Fire-Rescue. While he will be missed, the department hopes that retirement is everything he could ever want and more! Thank you for supporting our community with dedication and passion, and thank you for your service! Happy retirement Chief Evans!

🚒 Training happening this week 🚒You may notice increased activity from Boulder Fire-Rescue around 5150 Valmont Rd on Jun...
06/07/2026

🚒 Training happening this week 🚒

You may notice increased activity from Boulder Fire-Rescue around 5150 Valmont Rd on June 7, 9, 11

This is a multi-company training focused on responding to commercial structure fires. There is no live fire being used during this training only artificial smoke machines.

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.

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