Fire Safety at DCVR
Living in Colorado's beautiful mountains comes with responsibility. Learn how we protect our community from wildfire.
Protect Your Home
Every homeowner plays a critical role in wildfire prevention. Follow these essential steps to protect your property and our community.
Create Defensible Space
Maintain at least 100 feet of defensible space around your home by removing dead vegetation and spacing trees properly.
Harden Your Home
Use fire-resistant building materials, screen vents, and maintain your roof to prevent ember intrusion.
Prepare an Emergency Kit
Keep essential supplies ready including water, medications, important documents, and pet supplies.
Know Your Evacuation Routes
Familiarize yourself with multiple evacuation routes and sign up for Park County emergency alerts.
Emergency Contacts
CodeRED Emergency Alert System
We highly recommend all residents sign up for Park County's free emergency alert system, CodeRED. This system alerts residents of critical, large-scale emergencies in the area via reverse 911 and/or email. Emergency evacuation notices are communicated through this system.
How to Sign Up:
- Sign up online at CodeRED
- Paper sign-up forms are available at Platte Canyon Fire Station #2 during business hours
What Is Allowed and Not Allowed During a Burn Ban
Burn ban rules and restrictions change based on current fire danger conditions. Always check for the most current information from official sources:
Green Address Signs
Our green reflective signs allow for quick address identification by responding fire personnel in the event of an emergency. They ensure the safety of community members and a timely response from Platte Canyon Fire.
$10 each
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List of Emergency Documents
Having both an electronic and paper version is best:
- Electronic:Store in the cloud, place on a thumb drive and keep it in your evacuation bag, or email copies to yourself or a trusted loved one.
Essential Documents Checklist:
- Copy of driver's license (if you drive)
- Actual passports
- Social Security numbers
- Birth certificates
- Credit card and bank account information (including copies of credit cards)
- Wills
- Deeds
- Insurance policies
- Copy of medical insurance cards
- Medication list and prescription numbers
- DD-214 (for veterans)
Important Resources
Ready.gov
Government website that provides resources and information on emergency preparedness, including wildfire preparedness
Evacuation Checklists
Emergency supply lists and preparedness guides
Firewise USA
National program resources and certification
Colorado State Forest Service
Wildfire mitigation guidelines and grants
Rotary Wildfire Ready
Initiative aimed at helping homeowners in wildfire-prone areas protect their homes and communities
Red Cross - Disaster Preparedness
Information on creating emergency kits, evacuation plans, and staying informed during emergencies
NFPA Safety Tip Sheets
Fire and safety equipment information, household equipment safety, and various safety measures to prevent fires
Firewise USA Recognized Community
DCVR has earned Firewise USA recognition by meeting rigorous standards for wildfire preparedness and community action. We work together to reduce our collective wildfire risk.
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