Florissant Fire
and Rescue!
OUR MISSION: To provide professional, efficient and effective emergency services to our community.
NEWS! NEWS! NEWS!
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Don't let the rain fool you... Fire Season is here!
Please call 719-687-9652 prior to any burn!
Display the Flag
Saturday, June 13 is Flag Day!
Interested in serving your community? Why not volunteer with Florissant Fire and Rescue! We will train: prior fire or medical background is not required!
We're updating our site! Visit often and check the Newsletter column for the latest news!
Long-time resident or local historian?
FFR NEEDS YOU!
Our past is an important part of local history! If you have knowledge of the Florissant Fire District, please contact 748-3909 M-F 8:30am-2:30pm.
Help us create a lasting legacy. Here is what we know thus far:
| 1989 |
The Divide/Florissant District is formed; providing assistance to the residents of western Teller County (December) |
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1989/90
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The first Fire Truck arrives in Florissant and is located in the first fire station (now the Park State Bank building) |
| 1991 |
Florissant Fire and Rescue Station #1 is built on land purchased from Teller County, just west of Teller 1 on US 24 |
| 2000 |
Florissant and Divide separate and form individual Fire Protection districts (March) |
| 2002 |
Florissant Fire opens Station #2 at the entrance to Colorado Mountain Estates (August) |
| 2007 |
A new Training Center is built on the grounds of Station #1 (June)
Florissant Fire Station #3 opens in Indian Creek (October) |
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It pays to be Fire Wise!
Even the smallest fires can grow out of control!
Remember to call 719-687-9652 for
news and information before any burn!
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FIREWISE INFORMATION
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Give emergency vehicles the "right of way" at all times.
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Pay attention to and obey announcements about area fire conditions.
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Wood stove and fire place ashes can remain hot and cause fires up to one week. Place ashes in metal containers and ensure they are completely extinguished and cold before discarding.
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Store firewood away from your home.
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Mitigate your property: Do not store combustible materials under decks or next to structures. Keep grasses, shrubs and other landscaping materials from growing next to your house. Thin trees around your home so they are 30 feet from the structure. Cut tree branches up to 15 feet above the ground to reduce the risk of "torching."
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Remember you must obtain a "Burn Permit" from the Teller County Sheriff in order to burn any materials on your property.
Call (719) 687-9652 for information about permits. You are required to follow all Burn Permit instructions.
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Ensure address numbers for your home are clearly marked on your home and visible at the entrance to your driveway/property.
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Keep debris at least 25 feet from your structure and keep driveways clear for emergency vehicle use. |
We encourage you to explore the website to learn about Florissant Fire and Rescue. As you explore, you will be able to find information regarding:
These are just some of the many topics you can explore. We want you to feel at home here, just like we feel at home serving you as a vital part of this community. Every resident and all property in the District is important to us!
We will welcome you to explore, and we invite you to get involved!
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