Fire Protection and Safety
Planning to Burn on Your Property?
Please contact the TFPD Fire Chief before starting any open burn. This helps ensure safety, compliance with county fire restrictions, and protection of our community.
Email: info@talxfire.com
Phone: (719) 275-3058
Thank you for helping us keep our community safe!
Community Need-to-Know Material(s):
- TFPD False Alarm & Non-Emergency Call Fees (PDF)
- Fremont County – Emergency Preparedness Workbook (PDF) – Helpful guidance for residents, including those with functional or access needs.
- Fremont County – Fire Restrictions Chart (PDF) – Shows all stages, including Red Flag conditions.
- Fremont County – Stage One Prohibited Activities (PDF)
- Fremont County – Stage Two Prohibited Activities (PDF)
- Smokey Bear – 5 Don’ts to Help Prevent Wildfires (Image)
- How to Assemble a Basic Emergency/Disaster Supplies Kit – Also commonly called a “Go Bag” or “Bug-Out Bag.”
- Consumer Product Safety Commission Fire & Home Safety Resources (PDF)
- National Fire Protection Association – Fire Extinguisher Safety Information
- New Smoke Alarm Standards (PDF) – What You Need to Know
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors – How They Work & Why They Matter
- ASPCA Pet Disaster Preparedness Resources – Includes free Pet Alert Window Stickers.
- Holiday Christmas Tree Safety Tips (Image)
Wildfire Mitigation & Education:
Information provided by the Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS):
- Living with Fire – A Guide for the Homeowner (PDF)
- Wildfire Mitigation – What is Wildfire Mitigation + Resources to Reduce Wildfire Risk
- The Home Ignition Zone – Preparing Your Home for Wildfire & Creating Defensible Space (PDF)
- Forest Home Fire Safety – Fire Protection in Rural Areas (PDF)
- Home Fire Protection – Create a Defensible Space + Simple Steps for Fuel Reduction (PDF)
- Wildfire Defensible Space Checklists
Information provided by the USDA Forest Service:
Information provided by FireWise USA:
- Make Your Property FireWise – A Homeowner Guide (PDF)
- FireWise USA – Residents Reducing Wildfire Risk
Information provided by Ready, Set, Go!:
- Your Personal Wildfire Action Plan (PDF)
- Red Flag Warning – Fact Sheet, Safety Tips & Action Plan (PDF)
- Seasonal Resident & Property Owner – Fact Sheet & Action Plan (PDF)
Miscellaneous:
Links & Reference Materials:
- Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management – Colorado State DHSESM – Fire Bans & Danger Information