Thornton Fire Department
Mission Statement
Ensure a high quality of life safety within the community by preventing the loss of life and property through fire prevention and safety education efforts, in addition to providing rapid
and effective response to emergency and non-emergent events.
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Department Overview
The Fire Department is
responsible for mitigating emergencies and providing fire and safety education
to the community. The Department is comprised of five Divisions:
Operations, Prevention, Support Services, Ambulance Services and
Administration. Services provided by these Divisions include: responding
to and managing requests for emergency services, including fire, medical
treatment and transport; hazardous materials and technical rescue; fire investigations; performing building inspections
and preplans; interpreting and enforcing the International Fire Code; developing and administering a rigorous training
program; educating the public in fire prevention and community safety through community
outreach events; planning and directing the Department’s operations, resources
and development; and performing emergency management planning.
Functional Responsibilities
- Organizational Direction, Development & Resource Management
- Emergency Response (EMS, Fire)
- Fire Code Enforcement & Interpretation
- Hazardous Materials Response & Management
- Public Education & Community Service Activities
- Technical Rescue Response
- Training Development & Implementation
- Fire & Arson Investigation
- Emergency Management Planning
- Building Inspection & Preplanning
For emergency response, call 9-1-1
For non-emergency information, call 303-538-7602.
Administration