West Metro Fire Rescue
@westmetrofire.bsky.social
An ISO 1, internationally accredited fire and rescue agency with 17 stations, headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.
www.westmetrofire.org
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If you're ready for a career that's as rewarding as it is challenging- West Metro is hiring firefighters. Applications for our 2026 Recruit Academy are open until January 11, 2026: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
Questions? Email: personnel@westmetrofire.org
Questions? Email: personnel@westmetrofire.org
December 1, 2025 at 10:10 PM
If you're ready for a career that's as rewarding as it is challenging- West Metro is hiring firefighters. Applications for our 2026 Recruit Academy are open until January 11, 2026: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
Questions? Email: personnel@westmetrofire.org
Questions? Email: personnel@westmetrofire.org
The countdown to the holidays is on!
It’s the time of year we all get together to celebrate with friends and family. And the time of year that our crews see an increase in emergency calls.
Enjoy the season and stay safe this year with these tips from West Metro Captain Dan Wenger:
It’s the time of year we all get together to celebrate with friends and family. And the time of year that our crews see an increase in emergency calls.
Enjoy the season and stay safe this year with these tips from West Metro Captain Dan Wenger:
November 24, 2025 at 9:19 PM
The countdown to the holidays is on!
It’s the time of year we all get together to celebrate with friends and family. And the time of year that our crews see an increase in emergency calls.
Enjoy the season and stay safe this year with these tips from West Metro Captain Dan Wenger:
It’s the time of year we all get together to celebrate with friends and family. And the time of year that our crews see an increase in emergency calls.
Enjoy the season and stay safe this year with these tips from West Metro Captain Dan Wenger:
Our firefighters used a MegaMover (basically a tarp stretcher) to carry the two bucks back outside- safely and carefully. We’re guessing they will think twice before their next late-night showdown. The CPW officers tagged the bucks, and when the tranquilizer wore off, they were released. 3/3
November 9, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Our firefighters used a MegaMover (basically a tarp stretcher) to carry the two bucks back outside- safely and carefully. We’re guessing they will think twice before their next late-night showdown. The CPW officers tagged the bucks, and when the tranquilizer wore off, they were released. 3/3
The startled homeowner called Colorado Parks and Wildlife, who sent two officers with a tranquilizer gun. But before they could put the two intruders to sleep, they called in West Metro Company 15 for some extra muscle. 2/3
November 9, 2025 at 6:42 PM
The startled homeowner called Colorado Parks and Wildlife, who sent two officers with a tranquilizer gun. But before they could put the two intruders to sleep, they called in West Metro Company 15 for some extra muscle. 2/3
This is what happens when you get rowdy after midnight! 🦌
Around 12:30 a.m. this morning, two bucks in Roxborough Park were butting heads when their sparring match took a wild turn- right into a homeowner’s window well and through the glass into the basement gym. 1/3
Around 12:30 a.m. this morning, two bucks in Roxborough Park were butting heads when their sparring match took a wild turn- right into a homeowner’s window well and through the glass into the basement gym. 1/3
November 9, 2025 at 6:42 PM
This is what happens when you get rowdy after midnight! 🦌
Around 12:30 a.m. this morning, two bucks in Roxborough Park were butting heads when their sparring match took a wild turn- right into a homeowner’s window well and through the glass into the basement gym. 1/3
Around 12:30 a.m. this morning, two bucks in Roxborough Park were butting heads when their sparring match took a wild turn- right into a homeowner’s window well and through the glass into the basement gym. 1/3
West Metro Company 7 was there to make sure everyone was safe & healthy. Tessa and her family dropped in for her first visit to Station 7 a few weeks later. Today, she came back- this time to celebrate her 10th birthday. 2/2 💛🚒🎂
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October 13, 2025 at 9:23 PM
West Metro Company 7 was there to make sure everyone was safe & healthy. Tessa and her family dropped in for her first visit to Station 7 a few weeks later. Today, she came back- this time to celebrate her 10th birthday. 2/2 💛🚒🎂
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The girl sitting in the driver’s seat looked just a little bit different 10 years ago. That’s when a West Metro crew first met her - on the day she was born. Tessa Maurer was in a hurry- arriving at home less than 15 minutes after her mom felt the first contractions. 1/2
October 13, 2025 at 9:23 PM
The girl sitting in the driver’s seat looked just a little bit different 10 years ago. That’s when a West Metro crew first met her - on the day she was born. Tessa Maurer was in a hurry- arriving at home less than 15 minutes after her mom felt the first contractions. 1/2
June 15, 2025 at 6:27 PM
May the courage and dedication of those who gave all never be forgotten.
#MemorialDay
#MemorialDay
May 26, 2025 at 5:43 PM
May the courage and dedication of those who gave all never be forgotten.
#MemorialDay
#MemorialDay
West Metro Company 5 just happened to be driving by, and the passerby flagged them down.
The crew climbed down into the drain, and pulled them all out, carrying them over to mom who was anxiously waiting nearby. 2/2
The crew climbed down into the drain, and pulled them all out, carrying them over to mom who was anxiously waiting nearby. 2/2
May 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
West Metro Company 5 just happened to be driving by, and the passerby flagged them down.
The crew climbed down into the drain, and pulled them all out, carrying them over to mom who was anxiously waiting nearby. 2/2
The crew climbed down into the drain, and pulled them all out, carrying them over to mom who was anxiously waiting nearby. 2/2
When you're little, sometimes things just don't go your way. And that was true for five goslings today, who were out on a walk with mom. A passerby saw them fall through a sewer grate into a storm drain behind a restaurant near Colfax and Colorado Mills Parkway. 1/2
May 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
When you're little, sometimes things just don't go your way. And that was true for five goslings today, who were out on a walk with mom. A passerby saw them fall through a sewer grate into a storm drain behind a restaurant near Colfax and Colorado Mills Parkway. 1/2
May is Wildfire Awareness Month. And this Saturday is Community Wildfire Preparedness Day. Take action to protect your family, home, and community from wildfire. Protect what you love- live wildfire ready.
For more information on defensible space: bit.ly/westmetrorea...
For more information on defensible space: bit.ly/westmetrorea...
April 30, 2025 at 10:42 PM
May is Wildfire Awareness Month. And this Saturday is Community Wildfire Preparedness Day. Take action to protect your family, home, and community from wildfire. Protect what you love- live wildfire ready.
For more information on defensible space: bit.ly/westmetrorea...
For more information on defensible space: bit.ly/westmetrorea...
In Colorado, we know that there is no real "season" for wildfire- it can happen at any time. Case in point- this week- when we had 3 days of Red Flag Warnings. Here's a quick look at what our crews are brushing up on this month- building fire line, progressive hose lay, and fire shelter deployment.
March 22, 2025 at 8:52 PM
In Colorado, we know that there is no real "season" for wildfire- it can happen at any time. Case in point- this week- when we had 3 days of Red Flag Warnings. Here's a quick look at what our crews are brushing up on this month- building fire line, progressive hose lay, and fire shelter deployment.
March is usually the snowiest month of the year in Colorado, but not this year (so far). Lack of moisture means the vegetation (fuel) is dry and ready to burn. So, another day of VERY HIGH fire danger in West Metro's district, along with a RED FLAG WARNING.
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March 18, 2025 at 2:50 PM
March is usually the snowiest month of the year in Colorado, but not this year (so far). Lack of moisture means the vegetation (fuel) is dry and ready to burn. So, another day of VERY HIGH fire danger in West Metro's district, along with a RED FLAG WARNING.
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At this time, the cause is believed to be an electrical malfunction, although the investigation is ongoing.
Proper sprinkler activation on both floors of the building undoubtedly reduced damage to the two units and the entire structure. 2/2
Proper sprinkler activation on both floors of the building undoubtedly reduced damage to the two units and the entire structure. 2/2
March 14, 2025 at 10:19 PM
At this time, the cause is believed to be an electrical malfunction, although the investigation is ongoing.
Proper sprinkler activation on both floors of the building undoubtedly reduced damage to the two units and the entire structure. 2/2
Proper sprinkler activation on both floors of the building undoubtedly reduced damage to the two units and the entire structure. 2/2
**UPDATE: structure fire on S. Independence Circle**
Our investigator has determined that the fire started on the second-floor balcony of one unit, then moved to the third floor and into the attic. 1/2
Our investigator has determined that the fire started on the second-floor balcony of one unit, then moved to the third floor and into the attic. 1/2
March 14, 2025 at 10:19 PM
**UPDATE: structure fire on S. Independence Circle**
Our investigator has determined that the fire started on the second-floor balcony of one unit, then moved to the third floor and into the attic. 1/2
Our investigator has determined that the fire started on the second-floor balcony of one unit, then moved to the third floor and into the attic. 1/2
All residents were able to evacuate safely. The fire caused damage to two units, and smoke and water damage to two other units. Four families have been displaced. There were no injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation. 2/2
March 14, 2025 at 4:59 AM
All residents were able to evacuate safely. The fire caused damage to two units, and smoke and water damage to two other units. Four families have been displaced. There were no injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation. 2/2
WMFR tonight on scene of a structure fire at a multifamily complex in the 8300 block of S. Independence Circle in Jefferson County. The first crews on scene reported smoke and flames rolling up the outside of a three-story building. 1/2
March 14, 2025 at 4:59 AM
WMFR tonight on scene of a structure fire at a multifamily complex in the 8300 block of S. Independence Circle in Jefferson County. The first crews on scene reported smoke and flames rolling up the outside of a three-story building. 1/2
It’s Daylight Saving Time! We “spring forward” early tomorrow morning. What does that mean, and what safety precautions can you take? Take the quiz! #westmetrofirerescue #DaylightSavingTime
March 8, 2025 at 8:35 PM
It’s Daylight Saving Time! We “spring forward” early tomorrow morning. What does that mean, and what safety precautions can you take? Take the quiz! #westmetrofirerescue #DaylightSavingTime
Recruit class 25-01 is a little over a month into their academy training. The lesson this week: fire behavior. First, they built three small structures, based on construction methods seen in neighborhoods in our district. Then, they burned them down.
#westmetrofirerescue
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March 7, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Recruit class 25-01 is a little over a month into their academy training. The lesson this week: fire behavior. First, they built three small structures, based on construction methods seen in neighborhoods in our district. Then, they burned them down.
#westmetrofirerescue
#westmetrofirerescue
From an elementary school gym filled with kindergartners to Chief of one of Colorado’s largest fire districts, Don Lombardi has spent his life serving the public. On August 1, 2025, Lombardi will transfer command of the district to a new leader upon his retirement: bit.ly/westmetrochi...
February 24, 2025 at 7:17 PM
From an elementary school gym filled with kindergartners to Chief of one of Colorado’s largest fire districts, Don Lombardi has spent his life serving the public. On August 1, 2025, Lombardi will transfer command of the district to a new leader upon his retirement: bit.ly/westmetrochi...
It's the experience of a lifetime. Camp Ember is a four day, three night immersive camp for young women, ages 16 to 18, who are interested in the fire service. The camp is free and sponsored by West Metro and Arvada Fire. Apply now through March 15th: www.campember.net/application
February 13, 2025 at 9:10 PM
It's the experience of a lifetime. Camp Ember is a four day, three night immersive camp for young women, ages 16 to 18, who are interested in the fire service. The camp is free and sponsored by West Metro and Arvada Fire. Apply now through March 15th: www.campember.net/application
If you're up for a challenge, a career in the fire service might be for you. It's a job where no two days are the same.
West Metro is hiring firefighters- apply by January 26: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
#westmetrofirerescue #wearewestmetro
West Metro is hiring firefighters- apply by January 26: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
#westmetrofirerescue #wearewestmetro
January 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
If you're up for a challenge, a career in the fire service might be for you. It's a job where no two days are the same.
West Metro is hiring firefighters- apply by January 26: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
#westmetrofirerescue #wearewestmetro
West Metro is hiring firefighters- apply by January 26: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
#westmetrofirerescue #wearewestmetro
Life as a West Metro firefighter is more than you might think. If you're looking for more in your career- we're hiring firefighters. Applications are open until January 26: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
#westmetrofirerescue #wearewestmetro
#westmetrofirerescue #wearewestmetro
January 9, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Life as a West Metro firefighter is more than you might think. If you're looking for more in your career- we're hiring firefighters. Applications are open until January 26: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
#westmetrofirerescue #wearewestmetro
#westmetrofirerescue #wearewestmetro
Sometimes, a life-changing event can determine your future. That's what happened to West Metro Lt. Nick Zeman. If you're looking for a great career- West Metro is hiring firefighters. Applications are open until January 26, 2025: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...
December 27, 2024 at 10:50 PM
Sometimes, a life-changing event can determine your future. That's what happened to West Metro Lt. Nick Zeman. If you're looking for a great career- West Metro is hiring firefighters. Applications are open until January 26, 2025: www.westmetrofire.org/firefighter-...