Durango Fire & Rescue

Durango Fire & Rescue Durango Fire & Rescue provides emergency services to the City of Durango and surrounding areas. Please call 911 for emergencies.

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HERMOSA SMOKE REPORT Smoke and a small fire has been discovered on the ridgetop east of Trimble, likely caused by lightn...
08/31/2026

HERMOSA SMOKE REPORT

Smoke and a small fire has been discovered on the ridgetop east of Trimble, likely caused by lightning.

USDA Forest Service - San Juan National Forest crews are on scene and reports that the fire is burning within the Missionary Ridge Fire scar and currently appears to have low spread potential.

Due to the current threat of lightning, firefighters are not being sent in at this time. Fire managers are working on a plan to staff the Freed Canyon Fire in the coming days once weather conditions allow.

📞 Please do not call 911 to report smoke from this fire at this time. Fire crews and dispatchers are aware of the situation and are monitoring the area.

As always, if you are experiencing an unrelated emergency or see an immediate threat to life or property, call 911.

🚒🏗️ We’re excited to continue building with a familiar partner! Monarch Iron has been part of Durango Fire & Rescue proj...
08/31/2026

🚒🏗️ We’re excited to continue building with a familiar partner! Monarch Iron has been part of Durango Fire & Rescue projects including Fire Stations 3 and 2, as well as our 9/11 memorial outside of Station 2. We’re grateful to have them back for Fire Station 4 in Three Springs.

There’s something special about working with partners who have helped build the spaces our crews have called home and who are now helping us create another station that will serve our growing community for years to come ❤️

Thank you, Monarch Iron, for your continued partnership, craftsmanship, and support of Durango Fire & Rescue. We’re excited to watch Station 4 take shape!

🤍🚒 August 24 is an important day for our Durango Fire & Rescue family and our community. Today, we remember Firefighter ...
08/24/2026

🤍🚒 August 24 is an important day for our Durango Fire & Rescue family and our community. Today, we remember Firefighter Nick Parks and Durango Police Officer Gale Emerson, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the people of Durango.

On August 24, 1974, a deliberately set fire tore through the 800 block of Main Avenue, destroying six buildings and threatening the heart of downtown Durango. While working to evacuate residents and protect the community, Nick and Gale, both just 24 years old, were killed when a wall collapsed following an explosion.

More than five decades have passed, but their names remain part of the history of our community and those who have served it. We remember not only the day we lost them, but the courage, dedication, and selflessness they brought to their work and to the people they served.

Their legacy lives on through the families who continue to carry their memory, and through the firefighters, law enforcement officers, and first responders who answer the call today.

❤️ We extend our love to the Parks family and are grateful that they continue to be such a meaningful part of our DFR family. We are honored to remember Nick and the lasting legacy he left behind.

A special thank you to his daughter, Nicki, for sharing this beautiful collage of her dad. We are grateful for the opportunity to share it with our community and honor Nick through a moment that reminds us of the person behind the uniform.

We remember Nick. We remember Gale. We honor their families. And we will never forget their sacrifice.

🚒 Did you know our crews incorporate training into every shift?During their 48 hours at the station, our crews make time...
08/13/2026

🚒 Did you know our crews incorporate training into every shift?

During their 48 hours at the station, our crews make time to train, practice, and stay familiar with the equipment and strategies they may need when responding to an emergency. Of course, when the tones drop, the call always comes first.

A-Shift took our tower truck to the training grounds to practice aerial operations and working from the bucket. Training like this helps our crews stay comfortable with the apparatus, strengthen teamwork, and prepare for incidents where we may need to reach upper floors or help rescue people from a building. Training together gives our crews the opportunity to learn from one another, sharpen their skills, and stay ready for whatever call comes next. 🚒💪

Durango Professional Fire Fighters

Lightning-caused fire west of Durango, reported on Tuesday 8/11Our crews were dispatched to a report of smoke west of to...
08/12/2026

Lightning-caused fire west of Durango, reported on Tuesday 8/11

Our crews were dispatched to a report of smoke west of town and located a small fire on Colorado Division of Wildlife property.

The fire was approximately 20 x 40 feet, smoldering in pine needles and oak brush. Crews were able to establish a fire line around the area and extinguish the fire. 🔥

Crews will return today to check the area and make sure there are no remaining hot spots.

⚡️ This fire was caused by a lightning strike. With dry conditions still present in parts of our area, please continue to use caution and report any new or concerning smoke or fire activity by calling 911.

Durango Police
La Plata County Government
City of Durango - Government
Durango Emergency Communications Center
USDA Forest Service - San Juan National Forest
Colorado Parks and Wildlife - Durango

08/06/2026

🚒🌲 Critical fire weather conditions continue this weekend.

High temperatures, low humidity, gusty winds, and the potential for lightning can quickly increase the risk of wildfire.

We encourage everyone to take a few minutes to watch this important message from La Plata County Office of Emergency Management Director Rob Farino and help us reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires.

📱 Sign up for LPC Alerts to receive emergency notifications.
🔥 Avoid activities that could create sparks or flames.
🚨 If you see a new smoke column or an active fire, call 911 immediately. While haze from fires outside our area may be visible, don't assume new smoke is part of the haze.

❤️ Thank you for helping us protect our community, our firefighters, and the places we all love.

🚨 We're hiring an EMS Battalion Chief.As one chapter comes to a close, another begins. This opportunity is available as ...
08/06/2026

🚨 We're hiring an EMS Battalion Chief.

As one chapter comes to a close, another begins. This opportunity is available as our current EMS Battalion Chief prepares for a well-earned retirement after years of dedicated service to our department and community. We're grateful for his leadership and wish him all the best in retirement.

We're looking for an experienced EMS leader to oversee our EMS program, collaborate with our Medical Director and Training Division, and help shape the future of emergency medical services at Durango Fire & Rescue.

💰 Salary: $120,000 - 130,000 annually

📍 This is an on-site position based in Durango, Colorado. If you're looking for your next leadership opportunity, we encourage qualified local candidates, and those willing to relocate, to apply.

If you're passionate about advancing EMS, leading with integrity, and making a lasting impact on both your team and your community, we'd love to hear from you.

🔗 Learn more and apply: www.durangofire.org/join-our-team (link in bio)

Please share with anyone who you think would be a great fit for this role 🚑⚕️

🚒❤️ Thank you, Durango! We had a great time at National Night Out connecting with so many members of our community. From...
08/05/2026

🚒❤️ Thank you, Durango! We had a great time at National Night Out connecting with so many members of our community. From exploring the engine, ambulance, and brush truck to handing out firefighter helmets and stickers, it was wonderful to see so many smiling faces. 🚒🚑👨‍🚒

Events like this are a great reminder that our job isn't just responding to emergencies. It's building relationships, answering questions, sharing fire safety, and getting to know the people we're proud to serve.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, as well as our community partners and event organizers for bringing everyone together for an evening of food, ice cream, live music, and family fun. 🍔🍦🎶

❤️ We truly appreciate the opportunity to connect with our community, and we can't wait to see you at the next event!

Durango Professional Fire Fighters
Durango Police
Durango High Noon Rotary

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103 Sheppard Drive
Durango, CO
81303

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+19703826000

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