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"Driven by Mission, Defined by People" Our all-hazards emergency response and community risk reduction services are driven by a deep commitment to the people we serve. Lower Valley Fire District Social Media Terms of Use and Comment Policy
Lower Valley Fire District welcomes you to participate on this page and encourages you to interact with us often and to comment about the content you find here. This page is created as a limited public forum to allow users the ability to discuss issues directly related to the Lower Valley Fire District. We do not discriminate against any views, but the Lower Valley Fire District does reserve the right to delete or hide the following and block anyone who posts such content:
• Comments that are clearly off-subject or are not topically related to the scope or context of the original post;
• Hate speech directed at race, color, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, or mental or physical disability;
• Obscene, profane, pornographic, or explicit language or content;
• Photographic and/or video threats;
• Personal attacks or defamatory statements;
• Content that is threatening, harassing, or discriminatory;
• Promotion or endorsement of services and products;
• Content that incites or promotes violence or illegal activity;
• Content that jeopardizes an ongoing investigation;
• Commercial advertisements or solicitations of funds content;
• Content containing personal information including but not limited to email-addresses, telephone numbers, mailing addresses, or identification numbers;
• Multiple successive off-topic posts by a single user or repetitive posts copied and pasted by multiple users or spam. Lower Valley Fire District will not edit or alter any posts made on its social media sites; however, Lower Valley Fire District reserves the right to remove any content, including comments, deemed in violation of this social media policy or any applicable law or that does not promote civil discussion. Lower Valley Fire District use of social media websites is provided as a public service. Lower Valley Fire District disclaims liability for ads, links, videos, promoted content or comments accessible from any external web page. The responsibility for external content or comments rests with the organizations or individuals providing them. Any inclusion of external content or comments does not imply endorsement by Lower Valley Fire District. Any person accepting the use of any Lower Valley Fire District websites and Lower Valley Fire District-affiliated social media accounts thereby acknowledges and accepts these Terms of Use and Comment Policy.

10/14/2026

🚒 Technical Rescue | The Importance of Teamwork 🚑

Not every rescue is straightforward, and some take a lot more than one crew or one agency to accomplish.

Lower Valley Fire District continues to work closely with Mesa County Search & Rescue (MCSAR) to respond to emergencies in some of the most challenging terrain in our area. One rescue from August 25 is a great example of just how important that teamwork is.

Crews responded to the Upper Monument Trailhead for two hikers, one of whom was experiencing heat exhaustion approximately one mile down the trail.

Firefighters hiked in to reach the patients and, alongside MCSAR, began the challenging process of getting them safely off the trail.

Due to the location, evacuating from the bottom of the trail wasn’t an option, and the terrain prevented a helicopter from landing. Crews even considered a rope rescue before determining the best way to get the patient out.

Using a big wheel rescue system, shown in the video, firefighters and search and rescue members carried the patient approximately one mile uphill, climbing nearly 500 feet of elevation over rocky terrain and steep rock stairs. The physically demanding rescue required numerous personnel rotating through positions to safely move the patient up the trail, while additional rescuers assisted the second hiker out on foot.

Rescues like this are a reminder that no single person or agency can do it all. They require communication, coordination, specialized equipment, and a lot of hard work from everyone involved.

Our district covers a wide variety of terrain, and not every emergency happens somewhere an ambulance or fire engine can reach. Having strong working relationships with our neighboring agencies makes a tremendous difference when responding to these challenging situations.

A huge thank you to Mesa County Search and Rescue for their continued partnership and dedication. We truly could not have accomplished this rescue without their help!

10/13/2026

🚨Technical Rescue | Devil’s Canyon 🚁

On October 1 at approximately 4:36 PM, Lower Valley Fire District responded to a report of a female with an ankle injury in the Devil’s Canyon area.

Due to the remote location and difficult terrain, crews utilized ATVs to access the area before continuing on foot to reach the patient.

Working alongside Mesa County Search & Rescue (MCSAR) and Intermountain Classic Air Medical, crews safely packaged the patient and used a big wheel rescue system to transport her to a waiting helicopter.

The patient was then flown by Intermountain Classic Air Medical to a local hospital for further care.

Rescues like this highlight the importance of teamwork, specialized equipment, and training when responding to emergencies in remote areas.

👏 Thank you to all agencies involved for their teamwork in safely getting the patient the care she needed!

💚 World Mental Health Day | October 10Not every emergency is visible, and not every struggle can be seen.As first respon...
10/11/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day | October 10

Not every emergency is visible, and not every struggle can be seen.

As first responders, we understand the importance of showing up for others during some of their hardest moments. But taking care of our mental health, checking in on one another, and knowing when to ask for help are just as important.

Mental health matters both on and off the job. Whether you’re a first responder, a family member, a friend, or a neighbor, remember that you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.

Take a moment today to check in on someone, start a conversation, or make time for your own well-being.

Taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of others. 💚

At Lower Valley Fire District, we’re proud to serve our community, and we’re here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether the emergency is physical or mental, don’t hesitate to reach out for help.

09/18/2026

MESA COUNTY, COLO. - The Mesa County Sheriff, in coordination with the Fire Chiefs of Mesa County, is lifting current fire restrictions for all private lands within the county effective at 12:01 a.m. Friday, September 18, 2026.

We climb for them. This year, 11 Lower Valley firefighters traveled to Denver to participate in the Denver 9/11 Memorial...
09/12/2026

We climb for them.

This year, 11 Lower Valley firefighters traveled to Denver to participate in the Denver 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb — a tradition that has become incredibly meaningful to our crews over the past few years.

Together, they climbed 110 stories in honor of the 343 FDNY firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001.

But they also climb for those we have lost in the years since — the firefighters and first responders who have died from cancers, illnesses, and other health conditions connected to their service at Ground Zero.

Each step is a reminder of their courage, their sacrifice, and the families and brothers and sisters they left behind.

A special thank you to the firefighters who stayed home and continued answering the call for our community while we climbed. The fire service never stops — and while some of us climbed in remembrance, others stood ready to answer the next call. We’re proud to honor the firefighters who came before us and grateful for those who continue to serve beside us.

25 years later, we still remember.
We still honor them.
And we still climb for them.

Never Forget. 343.

09/03/2026

The Mesa County Sheriff, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Grand Junction Field Office, Colorado National Monument, and the Fire Chiefs representing municipalities and fire protection districts of Mesa County will reduce all Fire Restrictions...

09/03/2026

**TRAFFIC SAFETY REMINDER**

The Fruita Police Department recently responded to a crash in which a traffic flagger was struck by a vehicle. Thankfully, incidents like this are preventable, and we want to remind everyone to use extra caution when approaching construction zones, crash scenes, and emergency vehicles.

**Stay focused behind the wheel.**

Put the phone down and avoid anything that takes your attention away from driving.

**Be prepared for sun glare.**

Use sunglasses and your vehicle’s sun visor when needed. If visibility is reduced, slow down and give yourself additional time to react.

**Slow down near construction zones and around curves.**

Flaggers, construction workers, first responders, and other motorists may be just beyond your line of sight.

**Slow down and move over for emergency vehicles.**

Give first responders and roadway workers the space they need to safely do their jobs.

**Use an alternate route when possible.**

If you come across a crash scene, road closure, or active emergency response, please don’t attempt to drive through the scene. Follow directions from officers, firefighters, flaggers, and other personnel.

A few extra seconds of patience can prevent a serious injury or tragedy.

**Slow down. Stay alert. Drive safely.**

⚠️ INCIDENT ALERT — ROAD CLOSED ⚠️8/30/26 | 6:12 PMUPDATE 6:54 PM: One lane of 17 1/2 Rd is now open. Grand Valley Power...
08/31/2026

⚠️ INCIDENT ALERT — ROAD CLOSED ⚠️
8/30/26 | 6:12 PM

UPDATE 6:54 PM: One lane of 17 1/2 Rd is now open. Grand Valley Power is on scene making repairs—expect temporary closures and delays while crews work.

17 1/2 Road is currently closed in both directions just north of M Road due to a downed power line across the roadway.

Lightning struck a tree, causing it to fall onto the power lines. Truck 31 is on scene and crews are awaiting Grand Valley Power.

🚧 Both lanes of travel are CLOSED. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route.

We’re excited to kick off a new school year with a new group of cadets in our High School Fire Academy!We are incredibly...
08/21/2026

We’re excited to kick off a new school year with a new group of cadets in our High School Fire Academy!

We are incredibly grateful to the Western Colorado Community Foundation for their generous grant supporting our program. These funds will help provide educational materials, firefighter gear, training supplies, and other resources our students need throughout the academy.

The Fire Academy is made possible through the partnership and support of School District 51 and our fire department, whose continued investment of resources, personnel, time, and expertise allows our cadets to receive hands-on training and a true introduction to the fire service.

Thank you to the Western Colorado Community Foundation for investing in our students and helping us build the next generation of firefighters!

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