The Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District

OUR MISSION

To protect and serve the community by providing fire protection and emergency medical assistance.

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Protecting Our Communities

We strive to prevent the loss of life and property.

It is the mission of the Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District to protect and serve the community by providing fire protection and emergency medical assistance. We strive to prevent the loss of life and property. We will accomplish our mission through preparedness, prevention, public education, fire suppression, hazardous materials  mitigation, special operations and extrication service. We furthermore strive to be leaders and role models throughout the community and to promote excellence inside and outside of the department.

Members of The Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Team

Stay Fire Safe

Open Burn Reminders and Fire Restrictions

Most open burns require a burn permit, depending on if you are an agricultural burn or a standard open burn, please know what you are allowed to burn. Burn permits can be obtained by calling 970-238-0115. Please remember that on RED FLAG days all burn permits are suspended and agricultural burning is highly discouraged.

Join Us

Volunteer and Career Opportunities

If you are a resident of the district (or live close to our boundaries), there are many ways to be a part of the Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District in its mission to serve the community and become a proud member of our department.

Important Notices

Cancellation of Election Notice

Please click to learn more about our cancellation of election notice to whom it may concern, and particularly to the electors of the Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District of La Plata County, Colorado.

Serve Your Community

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SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY

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