The Grand Junction Fire Department graduated 17 new firefighters today. These new recruits went through a 19-week academy to learn firefighting, technical rescue, emergency medicine, hazardous materials, fire prevention, and community risk reduction. Today their hard work paid off and the recruits became firefighters. This graduation was a first for our department as we practiced [...]
GJFD Responds to Structure Fire on N 3rd Street
At 11:58 AM the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of a residential structure fire on the 1700 block of N 3rd Street. Initial reports indicated that heavy smoke and flames were coming from the garage at the address. The first crew on scene set up a defensive attack to prevent the fire from [...]
GJFD Wraps Up Fire Academy Funded by First Responder Tax
In March, Grand Junction Fire Department began training the first group of Firefighters funded by the First Responder Tax passed in April 2019. Seventeen new recruits are finishing up a 19-week academy where they learned skills in firefighting, technical rescue, EMS, hazardous materials, fire prevention, and community risk reduction. Ultimately, they will fill spots needed to staff the [...]
GJFD Responds to Trailer Fire on Montana Road
At 2:01 PM the Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of a residential structure fire on the 190 block of Montana Rd. Initial reports indicated that the trailer exploded and was occupied by one person. The occupant was able to exit the structure and was later transported with burns. The fire was extinguished by [...]
GJFD Responds to Two Roadside Fires and Car in Canal
At 7:40 PM Grand Junction Fire Department responded to the area of 24 Road and Highway 6 & 50 for reports of a roadside fire threatening a commercial structure, along with multiple reports of other fires in the area. When crews arrived on scene, they found two fires in the area that they were able [...]
GJFD Responds to Fire in Orchard Mesa
At 2:16 PM The Grand Junction Fire Department responded to reports of a residential structure fire in the 2700 block of Uranium Dr. Initial dispatch reported a single story residence with smoke showing from the roof. Upon arrival units found a single family home with smoke coming from the attic with neighbors reporting that nobody [...]
GJFD Responds to Motorhome Fire, Saves Nearby House
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 [...]
