Arvada Fire

At approximately 3:31 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, Jeffcom 911 received multiple calls about a structure fire in the 7100 block of Dover Way in Arvada. Callers reported hearing a loud bang before seeing smoke and fire from a residence. While responding, Engine 53 reported a large column of black smoke visible from several blocks away.

First-arriving units confirmed a working structure fire with heavy fire involvement in the garage and flames showing from both the Alpha (front) and Charlie (rear) sides of the home. A first alarm response force was on scene and a fire attack in the offensive strategy was initiated. Engine 53 and 51 worked on fire control, while Engine 55 established a water supply and conducted a search with Tower 57.

Firefighters encountered heavy fire, smoke and heat conditions in the garage and first floor of the residence while working in hot weather conditions. Two occupants were home at the time of the fire and self-evacuated. One individual was evaluated on scene. At 3:55 PM, crews declared the fire under control.

Our investigators also responded to the scene to determine the cause and origin of the fire. The investigation is currently ongoing. Thanks to Arvada Police Department, Colorado and West Metro Fire Rescue for their assistance on scene.

Units on scene: BC1, BC52, BUR52, BUR54, BUR55, E51, E53, E55, E56, M54, M55, M57, PIO52, PIO54, PIO55, SAM51, TK54, TK57

Arvada Fire recently donated a reserve fire engine to the Warren Tech Fire Science Program. This 2007 Pierce Contender fire engine served Arvada Fire as a frontline apparatus for 10 years and as a reserve for nearly another 10 years.

Following our apparatus replacement plan, this pumper was at the end of its useful life for the fire district. However, we knew it could be repurposed to serve a new role, and we saw none better than providing educational and developmental opportunities for aspiring firefighters in Warren Tech's program.

Our fleet team handed the keys over to Warren Tech last week. We're proud of our partnership with them and are always looking for ways to support the next generation of firefighters and fire service professionals.