Durango Fire Protection District

Durango fire seeks impact fee on new development

Additional funding would help finance future construction, capital needs

DATE: Jan 30, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Firefighters remind residents to keep hydrants clear

Residents with health concerns should pace themselves when shoveling

DATE: Jan 26, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Butane hash oil causes explosion at Brookside Motel in Durango

Two men arrested on suspicion of reckless endangerment

DATE: Jan 5, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Residence Inn pool boiler causes carbon monoxide evacuation in Durango

Two hospitalized, guests moved from motel

DATE: Dec 24, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Firefighters respond to electrical fire at Strater Hotel

Smoke coming from restaurant chandelier at Diamond Belle Saloon

DATE: Dec 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Neighbors: A time to thank first responders

By Ann Butler Neighbors columnist First responders are around our community prepared to protect and serve, but how often do we stop to thank them for that service? ...

DATE: Nov 30, 2016 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Durango Fire Protection District board member wins statewide award

Kathy Morris shows tireless commitment

DATE: Oct 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

House fire on Silverton Street under control in northern Durango

A house fire on Silverton Avenue in northern Durango was under control as of 6:20 p.m. Friday. “The fire occurred in the area of the boiler that feeds the in-floor heat, stove, ho...

DATE: Oct 7, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

El Moro water heater to be dissected for clues to fire

Restaurant likely to be closed for three months

DATE: Oct 7, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Neighbors: 9/11 events raise money for DAC, first responders

By Ann Butler Neighbors Columnist As a professional partygoer, there’s nothing I hate more than hearing, “This was one of the best events I ever attended,” about an eve...

DATE: Sep 24, 2016 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

Photos: Firefighters tackle small wildfire

DATE: Sep 9, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Crew released from Animas Mountain brush fire

A By 9:40 p.m., the crew was released, and the command was terminated, DFPD spokesman Scot Davis said. Earlier, he noted: “The fire is pretty high up, and is visible from severa...

DATE: Aug 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...

Photos: IHBC Subaru Mountain Bike RaceCobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Cobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Sidney Andrew easily won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s pro road race

Photos: IHBC men’s pro road raceCobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Cobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Photos: IHBC citizens rideIron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Photos: DHS graduationDurango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening

Durango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening