Greater Eagle Fire Protection District

05/20/2026

Today we had an incredible time participating in the Anchors Away program at Eagle Valley Middle School!

Students had the chance to gear up like firefighters, tackle an obstacle course, and even test their skills using extrication equipment to carefully pick up eggs — a fun challenge that highlighted teamwork, focus, and hands-on learning.

A huge thank you to Eagle River Fire Protection District for partnering with us and creating such an engaging experience for these middle school students. We loved seeing their excitement and curiosity!

05/07/2026

04/29/2026

This weekend, one of our firefighters attended the Boulder County Women’s Skills Day, hosted by Boulder Rural Fire Rescue. She spent the day training alongside female firefighters and instructors from across the state, building skills and strengthening connections. We’re proud to be represented in such a dedicated and inspiring community of firefighters.

📸: Chris with Code 10 Photography

04/13/2026

🚨 EAGLE VALLEY WILDLAND – COMMUNITY CHIPPING PROGRAM IS BACK 🚨

Wildfire mitigation starts at your home—and this is one of the easiest ways to reduce risk around your property.

Our May 2026 Community Slash Removal / Chipping Program is officially scheduled. We’re covering multiple communities across Eagle County with set pickup dates—all you have to do is stack your piles correctly and on time.

👉 Why this matters:
Every branch, every pile, every cleared space = less fuel for wildfire.
This is how we protect neighborhoods before the smoke shows up.

👉 What to do:
✔️ Stack clean slash piles (branches/logs under 15”)
✔️ Place within 5 ft of roadway
✔️ Follow your community deadline (see flyer 👆)

🚫 No construction debris, trash, or mixed piles

This program has already removed millions of pounds of hazardous fuels across Eagle County—and we’re just getting started.

This is your chance to take action. Don’t wait until it’s too late.

📅 Check your community date
📍 Get your piles stacked
🔥 Help us defend Eagle County

03/29/2026

🚨 RED FLAG WARNING – EAGLE COUNTY 🚨

Eagle County is under a Red Flag Warning TODAY and AGAIN TOMORROW (Monday) from 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM due to critical fire weather conditions.

What this means:
A Red Flag Warning is issued when strong winds, low humidity, and dry fuels align—creating extreme fire behavior potential where any ignition can rapidly grow out of control.

🔥 Current Conditions:
• Southwest winds: 15–25 MPH with gusts up to 40 MPH
• Relative Humidity: 11–16%
• Critically dry fuels across the region
• Affected areas: Fire Weather Zones 203 & 205 (below 7,500 ft)

⚠️ Impacts:
Fires will ignite easily and spread rapidly under these conditions.

03/04/2026

As part of our community outreach to gather input on the proposed consolidation of Greater Eagle Fire Protection District, Gypsum Fire Protection District, and Eagle County Regional Airport Fire, our consultant firm developed a community survey.
The survey is accessible in both Spanish and English. We encourage community members to fill out the survey by March 18, 2026. Thank you in advance for your participation!

English: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WestenEagle-Fire-EMS-CommunitySurvey

Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Encuesta-Comunitaria-sobre-Servicios-de-Bomberos-y-Emergencias

02/23/2026

🚨REMINDER TONIGHT🚨

Greater Eagle Fire Protection District, Gypsum Fire Protection District, and Eagle County Airport Fire are working with a consultant to evaluate the possible benefits and pathways towards consolidating public safety districts/services.

02/19/2026

Our 1937 antique fire engine is in need of some love!
If you, (or someone you know), would be interested in taking on the task please call or email Randy Cohen at 970-977-6269, [email protected].

02/16/2026

Greater Eagle Fire, Gypsum Fire and Eagle County Airport are having a Stakeholders Meeting to discuss the consolidation of departments. If you are interested in learning more or have comments please join us on February 23rd from 6-7:30pm.

01/20/2026

On Wednesday, January 14, fire service personnel from across the county and state joined us in celebrating the retirement of Chief Cupp.

During his time, Chief Cupp was instrumental in building a strong team culture, expanding programs and opportunities for our members, and collaborating with district chiefs to better align fire departments throughout the county.

We wish him all the best in his well-earned retirement and look forward to continuing the legacy he helped establish.

📸: Antonio Archuleta / Colorado West Fire Photography