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South Metro Fire Rescue Raises Over $101,000 for the Recent 'Fill the Boot' Campaign
Centennial, Colo. - (Sept. 22, 2016) A few weeks ago, members of all 17 stations in South Metro Fire Rescue's district participated in helping raise money for MDA - standing at storefronts, intersections and other areas in the south metro area using their boots to collect money to help support this important cause. Muscular dystrophy is characterized as a group of genetic diseases that causes progressive muscle deterioration that limits strength and mobility. South Metro Fire Rescue has participated in this event for over 17 years - raising approximately $1.5 million to-date -- filling the boot each year in between calls for service. The organization plans on continuing this tradition for many years to come. Click here to read more.South Metro Fire Rescue Opens Recruiting for Paramedic/Firefighters
Centennial, Colo. - (Sept. 20, 2016) South Metro Fire Rescue (SMFR) has opened up the recruiting process for entry-level and experienced paramedic/firefighter positions. Applicants must register for intent to test no later than Nov. 18, 2016. Click here to read more.
Are You Ready for a Wildfire?
South Metro Fire Rescue takes every precaution to help protect you and your property from a wildfire, but we can’t do it alone. We need you to prepare, too. Successfully preparing for a wildfire requires you to take personal responsibility for protecting yourself, your family and your property at home and on vacation. Here are some tips you can follow:
- Read your workplace and school emergency plans so you know how those organizations will protect your family members in emergencies;
- Ensure family members know how to use gas, electric and water shut-off controls;
- Plan and practice different escape routes from your neighborhood;
- Assemble an emergency supply kit as recommended by the American Red Cross, FEMA or similar organizations;
- Create an evacuation plan for your babysitter or children in case such an order occurs when you aren’t home;
- Inventory your home so that insurance claims can occur faster
Photograph by Tim Tonge
Contact South Metro Fire Rescue’s Preparedness Division for information at ReducingRisk@southmetro.org or 720-989-2271.
Congratulations to our neighbors in Hidden Village for earning their Firewise Communities status. The crew of Station 43 - Lt. Mark Hamill, Engineer Daryl Troute and Firefighter Scott Russell - joined Risk Reduction Specialist Einar Jensen to present the award on May 22nd. To be Firewise means to invest time and money individually and collectively to reduce the risk of wildfire in a community. They are protecting their families and our firefighters, and ultimately, creating a community that is better adapted to the presence of wildfire. For more information on becoming a Firewise community or learning about our other wildfire mitigation resources, email reducing.risk@southmetro.org.
Contact South Metro Fire Rescue’s Preparedness Division for information at ReducingRisk@southmetro.org or 720-989-2271.
Hidden Village in Parker Earns Firewise Designation
Congratulations to our neighbors in Hidden Village for earning their Firewise Communities status. The crew of Station 43 - Lt. Mark Hamill, Engineer Daryl Troute and Firefighter Scott Russell - joined Risk Reduction Specialist Einar Jensen to present the award on May 22nd. To be Firewise means to invest time and money individually and collectively to reduce the risk of wildfire in a community. They are protecting their families and our firefighters, and ultimately, creating a community that is better adapted to the presence of wildfire. For more information on becoming a Firewise community or learning about our other wildfire mitigation resources, email reducing.risk@southmetro.org.
Tri-County Health Household Chemical Roundups
10/1/2016 - Castle Rock
Check www.tchd.org for complete information.
Arapahoe County events are organized by the towns. Residents are encouraged to call for information:
Aurora: 303-739-7372
Centennial: 1-800-449-7587
Englewood: 303-762-2345
Greenwood Village: 1-800-449-7587
Littleton: 303-795-3834