South Arkansas Fire Protection District

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Through a cooperative agreement with the City of Salida, the South Arkansas Fire Protection District (S.A.F.P.D.) is committed to providing a safe environment and delivering the highest level of professional service to our residents and visitors.

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South Arkansas Fire Protection District and NCCC Collaborate on Fuels Mitigation at Salida Water Galleries

The South Arkansas Fire Protection District (SAFPD), in partnership with the National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC), Colorado Firecamp, and the City of Salida, recently conducted a community fuels…

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Before & After: Fuel Breaks at Salida Water Galleries

In partnership with Colorado Firecamp, NCCC AmeriCorps, and the City of Salida, SAFPD crews completed critical fuels mitigation work around the Salida Water Galleries.

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South Arkansas Fire Protection District, Forest Service, and Local Homeowner Collaborate to Improve Forest Health and Reduce Wildfire Risk

The South Arkansas Fire Protection District (SAFPD), in partnership with the Colorado Forest Service and local homeowner Sheldon Morgan, recently completed a collaborative forest health and wildfire…

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South Arkansas Fire Protection District Awarded Chaffee County Common Ground Grant to Support Local Wildfire Mitigation Efforts

The South Arkansas Fire Protection District (SAFPD) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Chaffee County Common Ground Grant, aimed at supporting critical wildfire mitigation work across…

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Board Approves Funding for Community Mitigation Efforts

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South Rim Fire at Black Canyon of the Gunnison

Gunnison County, CO (July 10 – August 3) — A lightning strike on July 10 ignited the South Rim Fire along the south rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The blaze rapidly grew, scorching…

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Mountain View Fire Near Buena Vista: Quick Response, Full Containment

Buena Vista, CO (July 10–11, 2025) – A wildfire ignited on July 10 in the Mountain View Estates area, just north of Buena Vista. The blaze quickly spread to approximately 60 acres, prompting mandatory…

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Wildfire Contained After Breaking Out at Cutty’s Resort

On the morning of May 31, a fire broke out at Cutty’s Resort in Coaldale, involving a massive pile of tree limbs and woody debris—up to 6 feet high and covering nearly one-third of an acre. When…

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