Vail Fire and Emergency Services
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Vail, Colorado
Joined January 2010
There is currently a Red Flag Warning for elevations below 7500’ that expires at 9 p.m. tomorrow and our launch site is well above this elevation. We will continue to monitor weather conditions.
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7/3 update: We are still a go for the fireworks show in Vail tomorrow! We were on-site this morning and the fuels remain unreceptive to ignition. As a precaution we are installing a temporary sprinkler system around the launch site.
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Lieutenant Garvin recently graduated from Waldorf University with honors in Bachelors of Applied Sciences in Emergency Management. Way to go Garv! #Classof2023
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Are you as excited for camping season as we are? Be sure to remember Smokey's safety checklist when you're heading out to camp. Campfire Safety | Smokey Bear #OnlyYou.
smokeybear.com
Learn how to build, maintain, and extinguish campfires safely.
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Are you ready for wildfire? The time to prepare is now.
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Our crews will be conducting pile burn operations over the next few months as conditions permit. These burns will take place in West Vail. This project will reduce hazardous fuels conditions on town owned land and decrease wildfire hazards to the adjacent community.
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It's technically spring, but March tends to be a very snowy month in Colorado. If you have to get out on the roads today, slow down and take your time getting to your destination.
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It's never too early to start preparing your home for wildfire. Find more info from @CSFS_Outreach here:
csfs.colostate.edu
Use the following defensible space checklists to build and maintain your defensible space.
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Working smoke alarms save lives. Remember to change the batteries once a year and test your detectors monthly.
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We are now recruiting for the position of Lateral Firefighter. Pay range $23.12/hr. - $25.51/hr. (salary grade dependent on experience, qualifications and certifications) . Position details:
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Happy Presidents Day!.
Happy #PresidentsDay! Here's President Truman (#33) receiving this sweet Smokey sign when he was in office. We go waaaay back!. Remember, #OnlyYou can prevent wildfires!
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Here is a flashback for ya. 1985 Pierce Dash. Who remembers this engine?. 📷: Dennis Maag.Pictured in 5280 Fire
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It's the first of the month and we're here to remind you to test the batteries in your smoke detectors. Doing this is essential in keeping you and your family safe from a fire. Remember to change the batteries once a year and test your detectors monthly.
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At 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, we responded to a call from a homeowner who reported smelling an odor of burning electrical equipment in his garage. Crews found the fire in the corner of the garage where two e-bikes were located. More info:
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It's going to be a snowy weekend. Make sure your vehicle is winter ready!.
Is your vehicle winter ready? For your safety, it's best practice to have an emergency car kit, especially when it's freezing, snowy, or icy outside. Make sure to include:.🔹 A flashlight.🔹 An ice scraper.🔹 A shovel.🔹 Blankets.🔹 Jumper cables. More:
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Be safe out there today. Don't forget to slow down and move over for emergency vehicles. #slowdownmoveover
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Bulky winter layers in your child's car seat can create extra room in the harness causing a loose fit. Always choose warm, but thin layers.
Did You Know?. It's not safe to put your child in a car seat while they are wearing a winter coat. Here are some tips you can use.
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