At 2:15 PM the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of a motor home on fire near the corner of 26 Road and G Road . Initial dispatch reports indicated that a motorhome was on fire near a barn. Upon arrival GJFD crews found both the barn and motorhome on fire. Crews worked to [...]
GJFD Responds to 26 Road Fire with Multiple Agencies
At 4:07 PM the Grand Junction Fire Department was dispatched to 26 Road in the area of F 3/4 Road for several small fires burning on the east side of the road. As GJFD crews responded to the scene, additional callers continued to report fires along 26 Road stretching north from the original location. Additional [...]
GJFD Responds to Structure Fire on E Parkview Dr.
At 10:24 PM the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of a residential structure fire on the 200 block of E Parkview Drive. Initial dispatch reports indicated that heavy flames and smoke was coming from the home and residents were attempting to put out the flames with a garden hose. The occupants were able [...]
EMS Week: GJFD Hiring, Investing in Paramedics
Grand Junction Fire Department needs paramedics. Currently the department is hiring three paramedic positions, and recently celebrated the graduation and promotion of two GJFD firefighters that the department sponsored through paramedic school to meet the needs of the department and the community. To become a paramedic, a person must already hold a valid EMT certification. Once the individual has gained the necessary experience in [...]
Getting Creative with EMS Programs
Recently Grand Junction Fire Department piloted two new programs: one to hire and train new EMTs, and another using a CMU social work intern to address the needs of patients that frequently use EMS. Last year GJFD opened its first ever recruitment for candidates who held no certifications. According to Deputy Chief Gus Hendricks, “The goal was to hire [...]
GJFD Responds to Structure Fire on Teton Road
At 6:04 PM the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of a residential structure fire on the 2100 block of Teton Road. Initial dispatch report indicated that flames and black smoke was coming from the residence. The occupants were able to self-evacuate before crews arrived. GJFD crews made a defensive attack ensuring that the [...]
GJFD Responds to Dirt Bike Crash
On Sunday at 5:51 PM the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to the desert north of 25 Road for a patient with a broken lower leg from a dirt bike crash. St. Mary's Careflight was able to follow coordinates to the downed dirt biker and provided patient care. A bystander lead GJFD crews to the [...]
