Denver Fire Department

Fire department in Denver, Colorado Denver Fire Department's Station 1 and headquarters on West Colfax Avenue. Fire engine of the Denver Fire Department. The Denver Fire Department (DFD) provides fire protection and first responder emergency medical services to the city of Denver, Colorado. The department is responsible for an area of 155 square miles (400 km2) with a population estimated at 690,000. The Denver Fire Department also provides fire protection to the citizens of Glendale, Sheridan, Skyline, and Englewood. History The Denver Fire Department got its start on March 25, 1866 when a volunteer fire department was organized. Known as Volunteer Hook and Ladder Co. #1, the company was the first in the Colorado Territory. Stations and apparatus As of 2015[update], the Denver Fire Department operates out of 39 fire stations (including 5 Airport Stations), located throughout the city in 7 Districts, each under the command of a District Chief. Notable Incidents United Airlines Flight 859 In July 1961, United Airlines Flight 859 crashed during landing at the now defunct Stapleton International Airport. The aircraft, a Douglas DC-8 airliner, slammed into several airport vehicles, inc