Indian Hills Fire Rescue - Chief's Notes
Fire Danger Concerns
The summer of 2011 is shaping up to be an interesting one from our perspective. The dry and windy conditions that we've experienced from last fall through the winter and spring were a great cause for concern in Indian Hills and along the front range. The wildfire season started early due to those dry / windy conditions and by April, the state had experienced more fires than during the Hayman fire year of 2002. Unfortunately, most of these fires have been human caused, as were most of the serious fires last season, which means they could have been prevented. Some of the fires have been from the careless disposal of smoking material. Some, as in the recent fires along HWY 285 have been intentional. It's important to remember that any fire in our community, no matter how small, can become a wildland fire. If conditions are right, the spread of fire can be rapid. Please don't become complacent with the recent increase in moisture. If a pattern of continued moisture doesn't occur, we will dry out quickly and increase the danger. Please, also pay attention to the Fire Ban warnings when posted and help us ensure the safety of the community. The new message from Smokey the Bear says "Only you can prevent Wildfires". That has never been more true than now.To help minimize the risk please take the time to mitigate your property by:
- removing dead trees
- clearing downed limbs and slash (see disposal information)
- not stacking firewood within 15 feet of your house or outbuildings
- keeping branches trimmed back at least 15 feet from your roof and chimney
- keeping gutters clear of pine needles, leaves and other debris
It is also important to have a plan in the event that a fire or emergency does occur.
Indian Hills Fire/Rescue is a volunteer department comprised of local citizens, your neighbors, who are willing to sacrifice their time, energy and often their safety and comfort to help the community when the alarm sounds. Please help them by reducing your risk. Hopefully, the green days of summer will last longer than the dog days. If not, we'll be ready. Are you?
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My vision includes growing the membership to better serve our community.2011 Slash Collection Dates
All times 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.June 11 & 12 - InterCanyon/Indian Hills Fire
Near station #3 on Settler's Drive: 8445 S. Hwy. 285
June 18 & 19 - Elk Creek Fire Dept.
Conifer High School: 10441 Hwy. 73
June 18 & 19 - Foothills Fire
Ralston Elementary School: 25856 Columbine Glen Ave.
June 25 & 26 - Coal Creek Fire Dept.
11583 Camp Eden Road
July 16 & 17 - Elk Creek Fire Dept. Conifer High School: 10441 Hwy. 73
July 16 & 17 - Evergreen Fire Evergreen High School: 29300 Buffalo Park Road
August 13 & 14 - InterCanyon/Indian Hills Fire Near station #3 on Settler's Drive: 8445 S. Hwy. 285
August 13 & 14 - North Fork Fire 19384 Hwy. 126 (Station 1)
Fees for 2011 Remote Slash Collection Program
- Small Pickup - Bed High: $5
- Small Pickup - Cab High: $8
- Small Pickup - Above Cab High: $10
- Large Pickup - Bed High: $8
- Large Pickup - Cab High: $10
- Large Pickup - Above Cab High: $12
- Trailer - Single Axle: $10
- Trailer - Double Axle: $15
- Dump Truck - Cab High: $20
- Dump Truck - Above Cab High: $25
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Rooney Road Recycling Center151 South Rooney Road, Golden, CO 80419
PH: 303-710-9120
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