Poudre Fire Authority

06/19/2026

As an all hazards fire department, Poudre Fire Authority is called on to respond to all types of incidents within our community.

Early this morning, an alert citizen noticed a mother duck and her 5 baby duckling had become separated with the duckling being trapped in a storm drain.

Engine 1responded to the corner of Olive and S. College Ave and found mother duck desperately trying to reach her babies. The crew of engine 1 was able to remove the drain covers and successfully rescue all duckling and reunite them with their mother.

Poudre Fire Authority is proud to serve all residents of our community.

06/18/2026

We are deeply saddened by this loss. Our hearts and thoughts are with our brothers and sisters and their families at this time. We stand in support.

Larimer County, we’re heartbroken to share information about a sudden and tragic loss within our agency.

On June 16, an LCSO Deputy, Sergeant, and Sergeant’s family member were vacationing together on a motorcycle trip. The men were traveling on a North Idaho scenic highway when a pickup truck attempted to pass another vehicle in a marked no-passing zone. The truck crossed the double yellow centerline and collided with the motorcycles, killing all three riders.

The truck driver was arrested and booked into the Idaho County Jail on three counts of vehicular manslaughter. Idaho State Police are investigating this crash.

Out of respect for their families’ strong desire for privacy, we aren’t identifying the deputies at this time.

There are no good words in a situation like this. Put simply, these were incredible people who dedicated their lives to making Larimer County better every single day. They trained hard, they served well, and they loved life. As we walk the long and winding path of grief alongside their families, our resolve is stronger than ever:

For them, we’ll bring light into dark places.
For them, we’ll stand for good and fight against evil.
For them, we’ll live each day with gratitude and carry their legacy forward.

Rest easy, brothers. We’ve got it from here.

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06/18/2026

Poudre Fire Authority protects hundreds of thousands of residents and their property across Northern Colorado including Fort Collins, Timnath, Laporte, Bellvue, Horsetooth Reservoir, and surrounding unincorporated areas.
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06/18/2026

🚒 Meet PFA Recruit Class 2026-1 🚒

Poudre Fire Authority is proud of our 12 new firefighter recruits who are now at Week 8 of their intensive academy.

Over the course of the academy, these recruits receive comprehensive training in firefighting, hazardous materials response, wildland firefighting, technical rescue, and EMS fundamentals. Every day, they are challenged physically and mentally as they develop the skills, knowledge, and professionalism required to serve our community.

The photos in this post provide just a glimpse of the hard work, dedication, and commitment these recruits have demonstrated so far. Behind every evolution, drill, and scenario is a recruit striving to master their craft and prepare for the responsibilities that come with wearing the PFA badge.

In September, these 12 recruits will graduate from the academy and be assigned to shifts and apparatus across PFA, where they will begin serving the citizens and visitors of our community alongside our experienced firefighters.

Please join us in wishing them continued success as they progress through the remainder of their academy journey.

Service Above Self. 🚒🔥

06/13/2026

Mulberry Fire and Lee Martinez Fire Update



Crews were on scene of both fires today to continue working on mop-up, extinguishing hot spots, and mitigating the hazards that were impacted by the fires. Firefighters have completed mop-up operations on the Lee Martinez Fire and will continue to work the East Mulberry Fire through tomorrow. Drones we used throughout the firefight on both fires to help track growth, firefighter safety, and to identify trees and areas that were still retaining heat. This use of drones not only helps ensure there are no hot spots missed, but it also helps increase firefighter safety by identifying hazards ahead of the firefighters. We are thankful for our partnership with Fort Collins Police Services with our drone resources. We also want to thank our partner agencies for their help with yesterday's fires. We were assisted by Wellington Fire Protection District, Larimer County Emergency Services, including the Phantom Canyon crew, Larimer County Sheriffs Office, Colorado State Forest Service, Roosevelt Hot Shots, City of Fort Collins Natural Areas rangers, UCHealth EMS, Loveland Fire Rescue Authority, Fort Collins Police Services, and City of Fort Collins Forestry Department.

Poudre Fire Authority is working with Fort Collins Police Services on the fire cause and origin investigation. At this time both fires are still under investigation. If you have any information regarding either fire please contact [email protected].

06/12/2026

Rope rescue is one of the many technical rescue disciplines that Poudre Fire Authority firefighters use to help people in challenging environments. Whether responding to an injured hiker or mountain biker, or rescuing construction and industrial workers, these specialized skills are critical to our ability to serve the community.

This week, a group of firefighters dedicated countless hours to developing advanced technical rope rescue skills and earning their Rope Technician certification. The training was led by members of PFA’s highly skilled Technical Rescue Cadre, whose expertise and commitment help prepare the next generation of rescuers.

These newly certified Rope Technicians are assigned to our rope rescue stations and are ready to put their training into action when our community needs them most.

A special thank you to Wellington Fire Protection District for joining us throughout this training. Partnerships like these strengthen our regional response capabilities and help ensure we are prepared for the most complex rescue incidents.

Congratulations to all of the firefighters who completed this challenging training and certification!

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06/12/2026

TONIGHTS FINAL UPDATE: The fires current estimated size is one acre. There will be a police presence throughout the night. Fire crews will return tomorrow morning to re-evaluate the area and continue mop up.

If you have any information regarding this fire please email [email protected]

UPDATE 7:45 PM: The fire has been knocked down. Crews remain on scene extinguishing hotspots. PFA is working with multiple partner agencies including Fort Collins Police Services, City of Fort Collins Natural Areas and Larimer County Emergency Services.

Crews are responding to reports of a fire at Lee Martinez park. Updates will be shared as available.

06/11/2026

TONIGHTS FINAL UPDATE: The fires current estimated size is 7.5 acres. There will be a police presence throughout the night. Fire crews will return tomorrow morning to re-evaluate the area and continue mop up. Media staging has been broken down and updates will be shared tomorrow as they are available. A big thank you to our responding partners!

If you have any information regarding this fire please email [email protected]

UPDATE 7:35 PM: Some crews have cleared the scene. We have the fire knocked down but crews will still remain on scene extinguishing hotspots. PFA is working with multiple agencies including: City Park Rangers, Fort Collins Police Services, Larimer County Sheriffs Office, Larimer County Emergency Services, US Forest Service, and UCHealth EMS.

UPDATE 7:10 PM: Press can meet at 1719 S Frontage Road for updates as we get them.

UPDATE 6:30PM: The fire is still active with heavy smoke in the area. Evacuations are underway for businesses and residences that are at risk.

PFA is responding to a brush fire in the 1500 block of E Mulberry Rd. Please be careful of responders on scene. Updates will be posted as available.

06/11/2026

Welcome home, Brush 7!

Poudre Fire Authority is proud to welcome the newest addition to our fleet: Brush 7, a Type 3 wildland fire engine built by Rosenbauer and designed to tackle the toughest terrain.

Mounted on a Freightliner 4x4 chassis, Brush 7 can access remote areas where larger engines can't operate, making it an ideal resource for the rugged wildland urban interface surrounding our community. Based at PFA Station 7 in LaPorte, the apparatus carries 500 gallons of water and 30 gallons of foam and is equipped with pump-and-roll capabilities, allowing firefighters to fight fire while the vehicle is moving. It also features both standard- and high-pressure pumping systems for enhanced wildland firefighting operations.

Brush 7 strengthens PFA's ability to protect lives, property and natural resources throughout our response area.

06/09/2026

Continuing education doesn’t only happen in the firehouse or on the training grounds.

Last month, the Poudre Fire Authority EMS team visited Fossil Ridge High School to provide electrocardiogram (often abbreviated as ECG or EKG) education for students in the Patient Care Technician class. ECG's are a quick, painless, and noninvasive medical test that records the electrical activity of your heart.

Students learned about cardiac rhythms, ECG interpretation, electrode placement, and how emergency responders use cardiac monitoring to help guide patient care. The training included classroom instruction, real-world examples, and a hands-on opportunity for students to place electrodes, look at an ECG monitor, and review rhythm strips.

EMS education is an important part of what we do at PFA. It helps our firefighters continue building clinical confidence, but it also gives us opportunities to connect with students who may one day work in health care, EMS, nursing, medicine, or public safety.

Thank you to Fossil Ridge High School and the Patient Care Technician program for welcoming PFA into the classroom. We are proud to support local students, strengthen community partnerships, and help bring real-world emergency medical education to future health care professionals.