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MISSION STATEMENT
We are professionals who care for our community, it's visitors and neighbors with compassion, courtesy, and integrity through emergency response and risk reduction
VISION STATEMENT
Pursuing excellence to ensure a safe community through fire prevention, public education, training and emergency services.
WHO WE ARE
IAFF Local 5265 was established in 2019 and represents 19 dedicated members who serve Fruita, Colorado and the surrounding rural communities. Together, they provide emergency response coverage across more than 400 square miles and answer over 3,000 calls for service each year.IAFF News
Alaska governor vetoes pension reform bill backed by fire fighters
06/02/2026Union leaders say pension reform remains a top priority as the issue shapes the race for the state’s next governor. IAFF urges Canada to strengthen support for fallen responders, emergency preparedness in federal budget
05/27/2026Ahead of Canada’s next federal budget, the IAFF is calling for updates to line-of-duty benefits, expanded HazMat training, and investments in emergency preparedness. Sick firehouses: How deteriorating stations are putting fire fighters’ health at risk
05/22/2026Across the country, deteriorating fire stations are exposing fire fighters to mold, toxic fumes, sewage leaks, and other serious health risks. A $100 million fix: Chicago overhauls aging fire apparatus
05/22/2026Chicago’s $100 million apparatus purchase highlights the growing strain aging fleets, rising costs, and delivery delays are placing on fire departments nationwide. Fire fighter Bob Brooks wins congressional primary, advances to general election
05/20/2026Backed by the IAFF and FIREPAC, Brooks defeated multiple candidates to secure the Democratic nomination for Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District. Fire fighters, cancer risk, and women’s health: What’s known – and what’s still emerging
05/19/2026As research into occupational cancer and reproductive health expands, fire service leaders are working to turn emerging science into stronger policies, better protections, and reduced risks for women fire fighters. Inside the IAFF’s 2026 Advanced Communications Training Academy
05/18/2026IAFF leaders gathered in Washington, D.C., for hands-on communications training focused on real-world impact. Study targets PPE gap for women in the fire service
05/18/2026Dr. Meredith McQuerry is leading a multi-year FEMA-funded study at Florida State University, in collaboration with North Carolina State University and the NFPA’s Fire Protection Research Foundation, to improve PPE fit, mobility, and safety for women in the fire service. Spanberger breaks campaign pledge, vetoes collective bargaining bill
05/15/2026The Virginia Governor blocked legislation that would have guaranteed bargaining rights to hundreds of thousands of workers despite repeated campaign promises to support labor. IAFF candidates secure sweeping victories in New Brunswick municipal elections
05/14/2026Political action helped former IAFF leaders win seats on Riverview and Fredericton councils following Monday’s elections.
