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Remembering Our Fallen: Assistant Chief Charles R. Drennan, Jr.
September 13, 2001: As the nation was trying to comprehend the terror attacks against the United States, the Denver Fire Department suffered the devastating loss of Assistant Chief Charles R. Drennan, Jr., age 50. A fellow Captain had called Chief Drennan the night before to discuss personal problems the Captain was having. They had been […]
Volunteers needed for 5K on Sunday 0630-1100
We are seeking volunteers to help with the 5K Sunday 6:30am-11am. If you are interested, please email Friends of the Denver Fire Department foundation board member Lynea@LyneaHansen.com with this info:Name:Cell Phone:Email:Preferred Task (registration, parking management, course direction, water stations and at the finish line):Are you running or walking in the 5K? Yes/No
Remembering Our Fallen: Captain Vinson Davidson, 09/09/1910
By Assistant Chief Gregory TaftSeptember 9, 1910: Captain Vinson Davidson was fatally injured when Hose 6 skidded on wet pavement and rolled over at 15th and Market Streets while responding to a fire.
Promotion Ceremonies to be held Sept. 25 and Nov. 6
Please RSVP to Marie.Madrid@denvergov.org Attire: Class A Uniform/Business ProfessionalThe Glass House, 2nd floor event center, 5440 Roslyn St., Building 5 Thursday, September 25, 201413:00 – 14:30 hours Lt. Travis SpeakmanEng. Glenn ColtonOther promoted members who missed the last ceremony, if they wish AND Thursday, November 6, 201413:00 – 14:30 hours Honoring Capt. Scott Buccieri Capt. Josh […]
Remembering Our Fallen: Assistant Chief Stephen Keating, 09/02/1941
By Assistant Chief Gregory Taft September 2, 1941: Assistant Chief Stephen Keating, age 71, passed away after a short illness. Chief Keating was assigned to the East District based out of Station 10, located at 3201 Curtis Street. Physicians attributed his death to a recurrence of problems associated with serious injuries sustained in the line […]
Fit for Fire 5K posts for your personal social media or email
If you would like to promote the Fit for Fire 5K on your personal social media or email, you can share from the DFD Facebook and Twitter or copy and paste these: Sample Tweet Register now for @Denver_Fire Fit for Fire 5K run/walk/kids’ Siren Scamper Sept 14 at Wash Park! FitForFire5k.com Sample Facebook post Talk […]
Register Now for Fit for Fire 5K, Sept. 14 (A Shift)
From Jaxon Shelburne and Sarah Moss: The Fit For Fire 5K walk/run/kids fun run is quickly approaching next month on Sunday, September 14 (A Shift). Members of any running or walking ability are encouraged to sign up and participate in the 5th annual 5K at Washington Park. Beneficiaries are the Denver Fire Fighters Burn Foundation […]
Community Events Aug. 2-10 during Denver Days
Aug. 2-10 is a busy week for community events. Denver Days, August 2-10, is “a citywide effort to help neighbors get to know each other and get involved with their communities by throwing block parties, organizing service projects and hosting neighborhood activities.” Mayor Hancock created Denver Days in 2013. The annual National Night Out falls during Denver Days on Aug. […]
Reminder: Hose sprays and watering restrictions
Denver Water 2014 Rules for Outdoor Water Use Water is a limited resource in our dry climate, and using water wisely not only saves you money, but it′s the right thing to do. Remember to adjust your automatic sprinklers or manual watering times monthly based on weather conditions. Denver Water is enforcing its annual water […]