Colorado’s weather can change quickly, creating dangerous conditions at home and on the road. Stay informed, plan ahead, and take precautions to keep yourself and your community safe when severe weather strikes.

As the holiday season begins, SMFR is reminding everyone that safety starts at home. Review our information on Kitchen Fire Safety, the importance of CO Alarms, preventable injuries, and Reverse 9-1-1, to ensure you and your family have a happy and safe holiday season.

If damaged or not used correctly, lithium-ion batteries can overheat, start a fire, or even explode. To reduce these risks, South Metro Fire Rescue encourages all residents to be informed about their devices and follow the Buy, Charge, and Recycle Safely approach to all lithium-ion battery powered items. Click here to review our safety newsletter, aligned with the national Fire Prevention Week messaging, to ensure you engage with these devices safely.

South Metro is committed to assisting our older adult population to stay active, healthy, and as independent as possible for as long as possible. The biggest risk we have found to this longevity is falls - But falls are not inevitable! Learn how to keep yourself safe by reviewing our Fall Prevention Week Newsletter.

As summer heats up, South Metro Fire Rescue wants to remind residents that water safety is everyone’s responsibility. Whether you're at the pool, lake, or simply enjoying time in the backyard, it only takes a moment for a fun day to turn dangerous. Please take a moment to review these important safety tips and help keep our community safe around water this season.

While wildfire risk has typically peaked during the summer, Colorado has experienced huge wildfires every month of the year, with increasing fire danger even in winter! South Metro Fire Rescue wants to ensure that you and your neighborhood feel safe year round, but especially while approaching this summer.