Wildfire Resources

Who is responsible for enforcing the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code in areas served by South Metro Fire Rescue?

Enforcement authority rests with the local jurisdiction—such as the county, town, or city—that has formally adopted the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code or comparable wildfire regulations. While South Metro Fire Rescue supports many of our community partners in implementing this code and broader wildfire mitigation efforts, we are not the enforcing agency for these requirements.

Arapahoe County Wildfire Resources

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Douglas County Wildfire Resources

Jefferson County Wildfire Resources

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Neighborhood Assessment Days

Invite SMFR's Community Risk Reduction and Wildland Team to your neighborhood to assess your wildfire risk and suggest opportunities for mitigation. Please note we are only able to provide guidance on what is within your property line.

SMFR Emergency Preparedness Guide

Download our Wildfire Guide to gather all the info you'll need for preparing for emergencies in one place.

Reverse 911 alert to register your cell phone for emergency notifications.

Reverse 911 - Know when to go!

Signing up for Reverse 911 allows you to receive emergency alerts from your local government and emergency services.

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Recreational Fire Safety

Find tips on campfires and fireworks here.

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Understanding your Home Ignition Zone

Reducing your home's wildfire risk begins with you.

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FireWise USA Program Toolkit

This toolkit provides key information and participation tips for homeowners and communities to take action to reduce wildfire risks at the local level.

Home Mitigations that Matter

Read about a two-tiered approach to protect your home against embers and flame exposure.

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Low-flammability Landscape Plants

This guide will help you choose plants that are low flammability within your home's defensible space.

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Home Insurance Toolkit

Understand your insurance to stay better protected.

Emergency Supply Kit

Ready.Gov has a comprehensive list of what should be in your emergency supply kit.

Colorado State Extension Video Series

Watch this 3-part video series on YouTube about Wildfire Preparedness

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