2008 Press Releases

Colorado Fire fighters in California: Update June 27, 2008 — The three North Metro Fire Rescue personnel and Brush Attack truck that left on Wednesday, June 25 to assist with wild land fire fighting efforts in California have been assigned to a Colorado Strike Team.

North Metro Fire Rescue Deploys Three to Assist with California Fires June 25, 2008 — Three North Metro Fire Rescue personnel and a Brush Attack truck left today to assist with wild land fire fighting efforts in California.

North Metro Names Deputy Chief June 12, 2008 — After an extensive national search Joseph Bruce has been named the new Deputy Chief at North Metro Fire Rescue.

Broomfield Safeway Fire Update June 10, 2008 — North Metro Fire Rescue Fire Investigators have determined that the fire reported at 9:43 p.m. June 9 at Safeway located at 3600 W. 144th Avenue was intentionally set.

Drowning at Broomfield Athletic Club May 27, 2008 — At approximately 10:50 a.m. on May 27, 2008 North Metro Fire Rescue responded to Lakeshore Athletic Club in Broomfield on a possible drowning.

High Wind Weather Event May 22, 2008 — At approximately 12:30 p.m. on May 22, 2008 North Metro Fire Rescue responded to a unknown weather disturbance at the intersection of Weld County Road 11 and Weld County Road 6.

North Metro Fire Rescue Honors Outgoing Board Members for Their Service May 21, 2008 — On Tuesday, May 20, 2008, North Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors President Robert Kammerzell presented outgoing Board Members with a token of gratitude for their years of service to the Fire District.

Flag Retirement Ceremony Set for Flag Day May 13, 2008 — The American flag is an honored symbol of the nation’s unity.

Two Citizens Receive Rare Honor from North Metro May 9, 2008 — Last evening at the Northglenn City Council Meeting, North Metro Fire Rescue District acknowledged two citizens for their heroic actions that resulted in saving a fellow citizen’s life.

North Metro Fire Rescue District Announces May 6, 2008 Board of Election Results May 7, 2008 — North Metro Fire Rescue District election polls closed at 7:00 p.m. on May 6, 2008.

Calendar Listing: "Your Life is Our Mission" May 2, 2008 — North Metro Fire Rescue District will celebrate Emergency Medical Services Week by holding an Open House for the public to showcase the capabilities of North Metro Fire Rescue personnel when caring for sick or injured people.

Smart Digging is No Accident April 1, 2008 — Spring is officially here according to the calendar and soon comfortable weather will follow.

Foundation's GivingFirst Connects Donors to Local Nonprofit April 1, 2008 — North Metro Fire Rescue District Community Foundation is excited to announce our participation with Community First Foundation’s new online tool GivingFirst.

Five Candidates Running for Fire Distric Board March 26, 2008 — Five candidates have filed paperwork to fill three open seats on the North Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors in the May election.

May Board Election Set for North Metro Fire Rescue March 21, 2008 — On May 6, 2008 Fire District residents can cast their vote for representation on three open seats for the board.

Local 9 Health Fair Site Selected for Rare Screening March 7, 2008 — The Broomfield United Methodist 9 Health Fair site on April 19 will be featuring a unique opportunity for Broomfield residents—Rheumatoid Arthritis – Pilot Screening.

North Metro Fire Rescue Seeks Volunteers for United Methodist Church 9 Health Fair February 6, 2008 — The Broomfield 9 Health Fairs are fast approaching and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved as a participant AND a volunteer.

ISO Ratings: Insurance Impacts Not Made Clear with Recent TV News Story February 1, 2008 — Boiling down a complex topic for television news cannot only be tricky—it can also be incomplete. 

North Metro Promotes Three to Engineer January 29, 2008 — On February 1, 2008, North Metro Fire Rescue will promote three outstanding employees to the rank of Engineer--Fire fighter/Paramedic Rob Morris, Fire fighter Rich Schermerhorn and Fire fighter Don Woodmansee.

House Fire Displaces Six January 28, 2008 — At approximately 4:25 p.m. on January 28, 2008 North Metro Fire Rescue responded to a confirmed house fire at 255 Kohl Street in Broomfield. 

Apartment Fire—7015 W. 120th Avenue January 28, 2008 — At approximately 10:30 a.m. on January 28, 2008 North Metro Fire Rescue responded to a confirmed apartment fire at 7015 W. 120th Avenue (Courtyard Apartments) in Broomfield.

North Metro Fire Rescue Set to Receive Food Donations January 28, 2008 — Starting February 1, 2008, North Metro Fire Rescue will begin their Annual Winter Food Drive.

The Silent Killer January 25, 2008 — What is invisible, odorless, colorless, tasteless, extremely deadly and causing more emergencies than ever before across the United States? Carbon Monoxide (CO).

Children with a Cause: Student Government Class Rallies to Raise Funds for "Meth" Victims January 24, 2008 —This past November youth from the 6, 7, and 8 grade student government class of Sky Vista Middle School in Aurora came together to raise funds for the Endangered Children Decontamination Trailer operated by North Metro Fire Rescue District.

North Metro Introduces a New Liason to the Community January 18, 2008 —This January Jeff Dorrell began his position as the second Life Safety Educator for North Metro Fire Rescue District.

Are You Prepared to Give the Gift of Life? North Metro Wants You to Learn CPR January 2, 2008 —With heart disease as the leading killer of Americans today, North Metro Fire Rescue wants to help train the general public and medical service providers in the community in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).