South Metro Fire Rescue
Share
07/06/2026
South Metro Responds to 1/2 Acre Brush Fire
Just before 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, SMFR and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a small brush fire just west of I-25 near Castle Pines. Multiple 911 callers reported the fire was burning between the highway and West Oakwood Lane.
Battalion 3 arrived on scene and found two small fires spreading to the south and assigned Brush 31, one of the units SMFR upstaffed for the weekend, to begin fire attack. In addition to over 30 firefighters from South Metro, the Douglas County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) helicopter also responded and performed multiple water drops to help contain the fire. The fire was contained to 1/2 an acre, and no structures were damaged.
The cause is under investigation by the SMFR Fire Marshal’s Office. Thank you to Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance on scene. We’re grateful for our continued partnership with DCSO and the Douglas County - Government Helitack unit.
07/02/2026
As of this morning, cities, towns, and counties that South Metro Fire Rescue serves have entered Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Please be aware that each city, town, and county may have different restrictions and specific guidelines on what is and is not allowed during a burn ban. Refer to your area's website for further information. We encourage everyone to remain aware of fire danger this holiday weekend. As always, call 911 immediately if you see smoke or flames.
Arapahoe County Fire Restrictions: https://arapahoeco.gov/your_county/county_departments/sheriffs_office/how_do_i/learn_about_the_burn_ban.php
Douglas County Fire Restrictions: https://dcsheriff.net/sheriffs-office/divisions/emergency-management/fire-restrictions/
Jefferson County Fire Restrictions: https://www.jeffcosheriffco.gov/safety/wildland-fire/fire-restrictions
On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, paramedics from South Metro Fire Rescue Station 13 rescued a swimmer at Eaglewatch Lake, in Littleton after he became fatigued attempting to swim across the lake.
When paramedics arrived, they found the swimmer approximately 150 to 200 yards from shore, struggling to stay afloat and beginning to slip beneath the surface. With no time to wait, one paramedic entered the water wearing a personal flotation device (PFD) and secured to a rescue rope while his partner remained on shore. With the help of South Suburban Park Rangers and Littleton Police, they safely brought the swimmer back to land, where he was evaluated by paramedics and transported to a local hospital. According to witnesses, the swimmer had been treading water for approximately 20 minutes before crews arrived.
Water Safety Reminder: Even strong swimmers can become exhausted in open water. Always wear a life jacket, know your limits, and never attempt to swim long distances across lakes or reservoirs without proper safety precautions. A life jacket can save your life.
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
Category
Telephone
Website
Address
9195 E. Mineral Avenue
Centennial, CO
80112
