Green River Fire Department

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

SWEETWATER COUNTY — Fire restrictions are going away in Sweetwater County and other areas throughout the region, with county-enacted restrictions ending after Friday. Alan Adams, the county’s fire warden, told the Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners Tuesday that recent moisture level...

08/15/2026

A Busy Afternoon for Green River Fire Department

Our crews had a busy afternoon responding to multiple calls, including a shed fire and an electrical fire inside a wall.

With all the rain we’ve been having lately, this is a good reminder to use extra caution with anything electrical. Keep electrical cords, equipment, outlets, and connections protected from rain and standing water. A little extra care can go a long way in preventing a fire!!

A big THANK YOU to our firefighters for their quick response and hard work, and to our fellow first responders and community partners who continue to support us when we’re called out.

Stay safe, Green River!

07/30/2026

At approximately 5:13 a.m., the Green River Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire.

Upon arrival, Battalion Chief Jeff Bowles determined the fire involved two sheds located in the backyard of the residence. Thanks to the quick response and coordinated efforts of fire personnel, the fire was contained before it could spread to the home. As a result, damage to the residence was minimal, and no occupants were displaced.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation but is believed to be electrical in nature.

The Green River Fire Department would like to thank the Green River Police Department, Castle Rock Ambulance Service, and Sweetwater Combined Communications Dispatch for their assistance during this incident.

07/15/2026

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07/07/2026

Please note the fire restrictions for Sweetwater County beginning this Friday, July 10.

06/29/2026

There are no words that can truly ease the pain of losing members of our extended firefighting family.

The Green River Fire Department stands with our brothers and sisters in the fire service as we mourn the loss of three firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting others during the devastating wildfires along the Colorado-Utah border. We also keep the injured firefighters, their families, their crews, and every responder still on the fireline in our thoughts and prayers.

No matter the patch on our sleeve or the agency we serve, we are united by a shared calling - to protect our communities and stand beside one another when it matters most. Today, we grieve - together as one entity.

To the families of the fallen- Emily Barker, 38, USFS; Nick Hutcherson, 27 USFS; Sydney Watson, 27, USWFS: your loved ones’ courage, sacrifice, and selfless service will never be forgotten. Their legacy will live on in every firefighter who answers the call.

Please join us in keeping all those affected by these tragic wildfires in your thoughts and prayers.

Rest easy, brothers!! We’ll take it from here. ❤️🖤

To educate yourself about this tragic incident, please read the Associated Press article below:

Three firefighters have died and two were injured while battling fires on the Colorado-Utah border. The U.S.

06/23/2026

Monday night training was a great opportunity for our firefighters to sharpen their hose handling skills and work together as a team. Crews focused on hose movement, advancing charged hose lines, maintaining proper nozzle control, and communicating effectively while operating under realistic conditions.

To add an extra challenge, several training rules and objectives were put in place, forcing firefighters to think critically while completing their tasks. The result was plenty of water, plenty of laughs, and valuable hands-on experience. While the evolutions proved challenging at times, they helped build confidence, teamwork, and the skills needed to operate safely and effectively on the fireground.

Great work by everyone who came out and put in the effort!

06/13/2026

A big thank you to Grub's Drive-In for helping fuel our firefighters Thursday evening with a great catered meal after a hard day of training!

GRFD recently completed our annual Pack Test, a requirement for maintaining an Incident Qualification Card, commonly known as a "Red Card" for wildland firefighting. Firefighters deployed to the Peru Cutoff above South Hill, where they donned 45-pound packs and completed a challenging 3-mile hike.

This annual test helps ensure our personnel are physically prepared to respond when wildland fire incidents occur.

Thank you again to Grub's Drive-In Catering for helping keep our firefighters fueled and ready to serve our community.