Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) firefighters had a busy start to 2025, responding to 2,073 emergency incidents throughout January. As expected, the majority of calls were Rescue and Emergency Medical Services (EMS), highlighting the essential role first responders play in Northern Colorado.
Busiest Units in January
Among PFA’s fleet, Engine 1 took the top spot with 212 responses, making it the busiest unit of the month. Close behind were Tower 1 and Engine 10, each answering 194 calls.
Breakdown of January Calls
Poudre Fire Authority handled a wide variety of emergencies, from medical crises to fire alarms. Here’s a look at the numbers:
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- Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents: 1,363
- Good Intent Calls: 243
- Service Calls: 198
- False Alarms & False Calls: 129
- Special Incident Types: 70
- Hazardous Conditions: 46
- Fires: 14
- Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat: 1
These statistics showcase the diverse challenges that Northern Colorado’s firefighters and EMS teams face daily. While fire incidents were fewer in number, they remain a critical part of PFA’s response efforts.
Staying Informed and Prepared
Poudre Fire Authority serves Fort Collins, Timnath, Laporte, and surrounding areas, ensuring rapid emergency response and community safety. Residents can stay updated on local fire department activities and safety tips by visiting Poudre Fire Authority’s website.
For emergency preparedness resources and real-time updates, follow PFA on Facebook and Twitter.
🚒 Stay safe, Northern Colorado! If you see emergency vehicles responding in your area, remember to pull over and give them the space they need to save lives.
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