Rocky Ford Fire Department

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[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

Today was a great training by BHE on the dangers of electricity and the safety do’s and dont’s for first responders who respond to electrical emergencies. We had the privilege of participating in this training with Otero Sheriff Deputies and CSP Troop 2C - Lamar/LaJunta.

[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

So how do you host an amazing class? By making it an amazing visit with a Dalmatian, bouncy house, and playing with fire trucks!! Thank you Swink first grade glass and teachers for making our day a great one! We hope we returned the favor😎

[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

Today we shared some Christmas spirit with Santa, Mrs. Claus and their busy elves🎅🏼

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Santa and the Grinch who are unlikely friends become a likely team and visit Pioneer Health Care Center to ensure kids presents are delivered for Christmas through Toys for Tots And Fathers Heart. Nice job to all who helped ensure this was a success!!

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For 28 days we were assigned to Texas Initial Attack Task Force out of Merkel, TX and Brownwood, TX. We assisted with fire suppression efforts, fire support, project work, and strengthening containment lines from air and dozer operations on many fires

[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

Today at 11:45 am we were paged out to HWY 50 and 71 for a 2 vehicle accident with injuries. The two patients were transported to AVRMC. One patient had minor injuries and the other patient had severe injuries. All lanes of traffic commenced at 12:47 pm.

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At 2:15 pm we were paged for an agency assist in Crowley County at Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility for a person that fell in a guard tower.Patient was safely removed from the guard tower and treated for injuries and air transported by Uchealth Lifeflight in stable condition

[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

It is with very heavy hearts, to sadly report that we lost one of our own. Treavor "Timmy" Norris, was an extremely valued member of the department, and leaves a hole in our team, that cannot be filled.We ask that you keep Treavor's Family in your thoughts and prayers.

[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

Your 2023 fireworks show crew!! What a great turnout from the community!! We want to send a shout out to Crowley, Sugar City, Fowler, and Manzanola Volunteer Fire Department for helping us. Thank you for supporting our show this year!

[Otero County Undersheriff - Colorado @CountyOtero]

We are out keeping an eye on the weather. Please monitor the National Weather Service due to severe weather in Otero County.

[CO - Emergency Mgmt @COEmergency]

Red Flag Warning Issued for Much of Colorado - Avoid Outdoor burning

#COFire #COwx

[Otero County Undersheriff - Colorado @CountyOtero]

Thanks to @CSP_LaJunta, La Junta Fire/EMS, @COStateFire, @uchealth lifeline team and Swink drama students for helping put this on. #savinglives

[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

We had a great time sharing career day with the CDS kiddos!! Thank you for having us!!

[Otero County Undersheriff - Colorado @CountyOtero]

Brush Fire Hwy 71 near MM 13. @RockyFordFD on scene and mutual aid coming.

[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

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and contain this fire at approximately 3 acres with minimal damage to sheds. No residential living structures received damage. All units cleared at approximately 1:30pm. 3/3

[Rocky Ford Fire Department @RockyFordFD]

Today at approximately 11:30 am we were paged out to CR Dd.5 and CR 20.5 for a reported structure fire from a grass fire. Auto aid was initiated due to high winds and La Junta Fire Department and Manzanola Volunteer Fire Department were paged. OCSO also assisted on scene. 1/3

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Upon arrival we found a fast moving grass fire moving in a north direction that burned some outbuildings and crossed the road burning into a field. Due to strong bystander assistance, fast response times, and an aggressive initial attack, everyone was able to extinguish.. 2/3

[Otero County Undersheriff - Colorado @CountyOtero]

Looking a little windy today with a red flag warning this afternoon. Please don’t burn today.