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  1. GJFD firefighters extinguish a fire at a storage facility on Riverside Parkway.

    Fire Contained at Riverside Parkway Storage Facility

    Grand Junction Fire Department crews responded to a fire at a storage facility on Riverside Parkway. The origin and cause of the fire are under investigation. Read on...
  2. Truk 1 applies a large amount of water to a structure fire from above.

    Backyard Camper Trailer Fire Extinguished on Orchard Avenue

    Grand Junction Fire Department crews responded to a reported structure fire on the 2200 block of Orchard Avenue, extinguishing a burning camper trailer in a congested backyard while preventing the fire from spreading to nearby fuel sources. Read on...
  3. GJFD firefighters extinguish an apartment fire of Orchard Avenue

    Quick Response Prevents Spread of Apartment Fire on Orchard Avenue

    Firefighters were dispatched at 9:54 a.m. to a reported apartment fire at 2915 Orchard Avenue, where crews quickly extinguished the fire and confirmed no injuries. Read on...
  4. New Position Announcements

    City of Grand Junction Names Peter Skeris as Fire Chief

    The City of Grand Junction has named Peter Skeris as the City’s next Fire Chief. Skeris will join the department on February 17, 2026. Read on...
  5. A food truck that caught fire

    Early-Morning Food Truck Fire Quickly Contained at 12th Street and Ute Avenue

    Grand Junction Fire Department responded early Tuesday morning to a reported fire in an unoccupied mobile food truck at the intersection of 12th Street and Ute Avenue. Read on...
  6. Press Release Graphic Plain

    GJFD Engine Involved in Minor Collision While Responding to Vehicle Crash

    A Grand Junction Fire Department engine responding to a motor vehicle crash made minor contact with another vehicle upon arrival, causing no injuries. Read on...
  7. GJFD firefighters access a train engine during an incident
  8. Press Release Graphic Fire

    GJFD Returns to Fully Involved Structure Fire on 24 Road

    The Grand Junction Fire Department responded just before midnight after 9-1-1 callers reported that a previously burned home on 24 Road was again fully engulfed, with flames spreading to nearby vegetation. Read on...
  9. GJFD firefighters respond to a house fire on 24 Road

    GJFD firefighters respond to a house fire on 24 Road

    The Grand Junction Fire Department responded to a house fire on the 800 block of 24 Road after a passerby reported smoke and flames coming from an apparently unoccupied home. Read on...
  10. A GJFD ladder truck outside a residential home

    Early-Morning Electrical Fire Displaces Six Residents on Papago Street

    Grand Junction Fire Department crews quickly contained a smoldering attic fire early Tuesday morning after residents reported a burning odor inside their home. Read on...
  11. Firefighters extinguish a fire on Sacoma Court

    Small Wall Fire Quickly Contained in Unoccupied Grand Junction Home

    Grand Junction Fire Department crews responded Tuesday afternoon to an unoccupied residence on Sacoma Court. Read on...
  12. Firefighters respond to a bathroom fire on Dawn Drive.

    Small Bathroom Fire Quickly Contained on Dawn Drive

    A small bathroom fire was reported Monday evening in an unoccupied apartment on Dawn Drive, prompting a swift response from the Grand Junction Fire Department. Read on...
  13. Grand Junction firefighters extinguish a garage fire

    Garage Fire Contained on Overlook Drive; No Injuries Reported

    Grand Junction firefighters quickly extinguished a garage fire, preventing it from spreading into the home and leaving no reported injuries. Read on...
  14. GJFD firefighters extinguish a fire in a dump trailer
  15. Firefighters put out an RV Fire

    RV Fire Damages Vehicles on 28 ½ Road

    At 7:02 a.m., the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of an RV fire on the 200 block of 28 ½ Road. Read on...
  16. GJFD firefighters receive the Bar of Valor

    Grand Junction Fire Department Recognizes Outstanding Service, Bravery, and Community Contributions

    The Grand Junction Fire Department (GJFD) proudly announces a series of promotions and awards recognizing the dedication, bravery, and service of its members and community partners. Read on...
  17. GJFD firefighters rescue a dog from a house fire

    No Injuries Reported in Lexington Court House Fire

    A late-evening attic fire displaced two residents and their dogs Friday night on the 2700 block of Lexington Court. Read on...
  18. GJFD firefighters extinguish a motor vehicle fire.

    GJFD Responds to Motorcycle Fire, No Injuries Reported

    GJFD crews quickly contained a motorcycle fire that spread to a nearby vehicle and tree in a credit union parking lot. Read on...
  19. Firefighters put out a fire in a storage container at Grand Junction business

    Fire Contained to Storage Container at Grand Junction Business

    A late afternoon fire in a storage container at a Scarlet Street business was quickly contained by Grand Junction Fire Department crews. Read on...
  20. GJFD wildland firefighter working to contain a fire

    Mesa County to Enter Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Effective Friday, August 15, 2025 at 12:01 a.m.

    The Mesa County Sheriff and the Fire Chiefs representing municipalities and fire protection districts of Mesa County are implementing Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Mesa County effective at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 15, 2025. Read on...
  21. GJFD firefighters cut open a door while extinguishing a fire at Wendy's

    GJFD Extinguishes Early-Morning Fire at Horizon Drive Wendy’s

    Early this morning, Grand Junction firefighters quickly contained a small kitchen fire at a Wendy’s restaurant on Horizon Drive, preventing further damage. Read on...
  22. GJFD firefighters put out a fire in a modular structure

    Fire Destroys Multiple Modular Structures on 32 Road

    Fire crews from Grand Junction and Clifton battled a fire Saturday afternoon that destroyed two modular buildings and damaged three others on 32 Road. Read on...
  23. GJFD Wildland Team on a previous deployment to the Basin Fire in California.

    GJFD Wildland Deployment Update

    As wildfire activity grows across the West, the Grand Junction Fire Department remains committed to supporting national firefighting efforts while ensuring strong local response capabilities. Read on...
  24. GJFD spraying water on a vehicle fire

    Vehicle Fire Sends Smoke Over Downtown Grand Junction

    A fast-moving vehicle fire near South Avenue and South 6th Street sent thick smoke over downtown Grand Junction Wednesday afternoon, drawing a swift response from firefighters battling extreme heat. Read on...
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    GJPD and GJFD Urge Community to Celebrate Safely This Fourth of July

    As the Fourth of July approaches, the Grand Junction Police Department (GJPD) and Grand Junction Fire Department (GJFD) are reminding the community to celebrate responsibly and safely. Read on...
  26. GJFD firefighters outside of a structure fire

    GJFD Firefighters Contain Early Morning Attic Fire on Hall Avenue

    A quick response from the Grand Junction Fire Department prevented further damage after smoke was reported in the attic of a Hall Avenue home early Tuesday morning. Read on...
  27. Press Release Graphic Fire

    Firefighters Contain Early Morning Crawl Space Fire on Hopi Drive

    An early morning fire in the crawl space of a Grand Junction home was quickly extinguished by responding fire crews. Read on...
  28. Press Release Graphic Fire

    GJFD Responds to Home Fire on Bunting Avenue

    A late-night house fire displaced four adults and drew a swift response from the Grand Junction Fire Department. Read on...
  29. GJFD firefighter extinguishes a basement fire

    Basement Fire Displaces Two Residents and Dog on North 21st Street

    Two residents and their dog were displaced Saturday morning after a basement fire broke out at a home on North 21st Street in Grand Junction. Read on...
  30. Press Release Graphic Fire

    Structure Fire Displaces Three Residents and Two Pets on Cedar Avenue

    An early morning fire displaced three residents and two pets from a home on Cedar Avenue, prompting a swift response from Grand Junction emergency crews. Read on...
  31. GJFD fire apparatus on Holy Lane.

    Fire Displaces Two Adults and Two Dogs on Holly Lane; No Injuries Reported

    A fire damaged a home on Holly Lane, prompting a swift response from the Grand Junction Fire Department and displacing two residents and their dogs. Read on...
  32. GJFD responds to a residential structure fire on Gunnison Avenue

    Residential Fire on Gunnison Avenue Claims Two Lives

    Two people and two pets tragically lost their lives in a residential fire on Gunnison Avenue Wednesday morning. Read on...
  33. Press Release Graphic Fire

    Fire Contained Near 970 Block of 23 Road

    A fast-moving wildland fire near the 970 block of 23 Road prompted a swift multi-agency response Friday afternoon. Read on...
  34. GJFD firefighter cuts a trailer wall with a saw

    Weed Fire Spreads to Camp Trailers on Rosevale Road; Quickly Contained by GJFD

    A fast-moving weed fire threatened property on Rosevale Road Friday evening, but swift action by the Grand Junction Fire Department prevented further damage. Read on...
  35. GJFD responds to a structure fire on Fryingpan Drive

    Garage Fire Extinguished at Unoccupied Home Under Construction

    An early morning fire broke out in the garage of an unoccupied home under construction on Fryingpan Drive, prompting a swift response from the Grand Junction Fire Department. Read on...
  36. Truck 1 on assignment at 1328 Winters Avenue

    GJFD Responds to Explosion on Winters Avenue

    A small explosion at Valor Tactical Innovation on Winters Avenue prompted a response from the Grand Junction Fire Department, with one person transported for burn injuries. Read on...
  37. GJFD wildland firefighter working to contain a fire

    Grand Junction Fire Department Responds to Two Significant Wildland Fires

    Grand Junction, CO – Today, the Grand Junction Fire Department (GJFD) responded to two separate significant wildland fires, emphasizing the importance of safe agricultural burning practices. Read on...
  38. GJFD firefighters contain a Structure fire on Gigax Lane

    Grand Junction Fire Department Responds to Residential Structure Fire on Gigax Lane

    Grand Junction, CO – On Sunday, at 6:24 p.m., the Grand Junction Fire Department (GJFD) responded to a reported residential structure fire on the 220 block of Gigax Lane. Read on...
  39. Press Release Graphic Fire

    GJFD Responds to home fire on 30 Rd.

    This morning at 1:28 a.m. Grand Junction Fire Department responded to the report of a home fire on the 100 block of 30 road. A neighbor called 9-1-1 to report a fire ion the roof of a home. Read on...
  40.  A groundbreaking ceremony featuring shovels helmets, dirt, and heavy equipment

    GJFD Station 7 Groundbreaking

    The Grand Junction Fire Department is pleased to announce the construction of Fire Station 7. The groundbreaking ceremony will take place on Thursday, August 29th at 10:00 a.m., at the future site of Station 7, located at 2351 H Road. Read on...
  41. GJFD Firefighters working to extinguish a structure fire on View Drive

    GJFD Responds to Structure Fire on View Drive

    Yesterday at 6:36 p.m. The Grand Junction Fire Department responded to the report of a home fire on the 2900 block of View Drive. Read on...
  42. Grand Junction Fire Department Firefighters performing a rescue on the Devils Kitchen Trail

    Rescue on Devil's Kitchen Trail

    Today at 10:37 a.m. The Grand Junction Fire Department responded to the Devil’s Kitchen trailhead for a distressed hiker. Read on...
  43. Press Release Graphic Fire

    GJFD Responds to Fire at James Trailer Park

    At 2:40 a.m. the Grand Junction Fire Department was dispatched to the report of a home fire at James Trailer Park at 480 28 ¼ Road. A Grand Junction Police Department officer on patrol discovered the fire and alerted dispatch. Read on...
  44. A Type 1 Firefighting Aircraft

    GJFD Responds to Wildland Fire Near River City Sportplex

    At 1:32 p.m. Grand Junction Fire Department was dispatched to the report of a tree on fire near 1550 Riverside Parkway. The first unit on scene found a growing wildland fire and requested additional resources Read on...
  45. GJFD Firefighters rescuing a patient using rope rescue techniques

    Rescue on Holy Bucket Trail

    Today at 12:35 PM #GJFD responded to the Holy Bucket Trail for a mountain biker in distress. Read on...
  46. Press Release Graphic Fire

    GJFD Responds to Structure Fire on 22 Road

    At 7:45 AM this morning, the Grand Junction Fire Department and Lower Valley Fire District were dispatched to a fire in a two-story residence on the 800 block of 22 Road Read on...
  47. overhead shot of GJFD Brush 6

    GJFD Wildland Team Deploys to South Dakota

    Early Sunday morning a Grand Junction Fire Department Wildland Team deployed with Brush 6 to the Bennett Canyon Fire in the Black Hills National Forest, South Dakota. Read on...
  48. Truck 1 at Elm Trailer Park

    GJFD Responds to Trailer Fire

    At 11:40 AM the Grand Junction Fire Department was dispatched to a trailer fire at Elm Trailer Park, 661 Highway 50. The caller reported smoke coming from a trailer in the middle of the complex. Read on...
  49. fire fighters stand in front of a ladder truck

    Residential Fire Displaces Two Adults and a Dog on Texas Avenue

    A residential fire on the 2500 block of Texas Avenue displaced two adults and a dog Thursday afternoon, prompting a swift response from the Grand Junction Fire Department. Read on...
  50. GJFD firefighters respond to a fire at the Double Tree Hotel

    Fire Contained by Sprinkler System at DoubleTree Hotel

    A quick response from the Grand Junction Fire Department and the building’s sprinkler system prevented a potentially dangerous fire at the DoubleTree Hotel. Read on...
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