Honor. Courage.
THE GRAND LAKE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT IS A SMALL COMBINATION FIRE AND RESCUE AGENCY SERVING THE GREATER GRAND LAKE AREA FROM COUNTY ROAD 4 NORTH TO ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK. WE RESPOND TO STRUCTURE OR WILDLAND FIRES, MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS, TECHNICAL ROPE RESCUE, ICE RESCUE, MEDICAL REQUESTS FOR HELP AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN. WE ARE ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE PRE-PLANNING AND IN PROVIDING THE BEST FREE PUBLIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS POSSIBLE.
Grand County Colorado Launches New Emergency Alert System
Residents Urged to Register
GRAND COUNTY, Colo., April 2, 2026 — Today Grand County launched “Grand County Alerts,” a state-of-the-art emergency notification system powered by Rave – Motorola and Smart911. This new platform replaces the former CodeRED system and represents a significant upgrade in emergency communications.
How to Sign Up
Registration takes less than five minutes. The new system is very robust, and off ers users to provide additional information about themselves to help during an emergency, such as medical needs or conditions, disabilities, number of pets in the household and livestock. Providing this information is only optional - the most important information is your name, the phone number(s) to send information to during an emergency, and your location on the map.
To register:
● Visit GCEmergency.com and click on “Register for Grand County Alerts,”
● Text “GCALERTS” to 67283, or
● Download the “Smart911” app from the App Store or Google Play
For help registering, call 970-725-3801 or email OEM@co.grand.co.us. Public safety officials encourage the community to sign up immediately to ensure they are reachable before the upcoming spring weather season.
Monthly Board Meeting
Grand Lake Fire Protection District Board Meeting
Date: Second Wednesday of every month
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Grand Lake Fire Station 1
(201 Portal Rd, Grand Lake)
Join us for the monthly Grand Lake Fire Protection District Board Meeting. The meeting is open to the public, providing an opportunity to stay informed on district operations, financial updates, and community initiatives.
2025 -2028 Strategic Plan
The 25-28 GLFPD Strategic Plan is now available. - Please expect updates to this document in 4th Qtr 2026.
CR 64 Community
Wildfire Meeting
Grand Lake Fire Protection District, the Grand County Wildfire Council, and several Community Ambassadors will be presenting. The Grand County Wildfire Council also has funding available to help residents reduce wildfire risk—join us to learn more about available resources and programs.
Event Details:
Saturday, May 9
2:00–3:00 PM
Bud Wilson Fire Station
501 County Road 40
Granby, CO 80446
Can’t join us in person? A virtual option is available (Zoom link).
Everday Heroes:
Allergic Reactions
Date: Friday May 15th
Time: 6:00 PM
or
Date: Saturday May 16th
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: GLFPD Station 1
201 W Portal Rd
Allergic reactions can range from mild discomfort to life-threatening emergencies, and knowing how to respond quickly can save a life. This class will cover common allergens, recognizing the signs of an allergic reaction, and when to seek emergency care. Participants will also learn how to use an epinephrine auto-injector and take preventive measures to reduce risks. Whether you or a loved one has allergies, this class will provide the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively in critical moments.
Thank you to our Constituents
We are deeply grateful to our community for your support in the recent election. The Grand Lake Fire Protection District’s mill levy ballot question has passed with 864 votes in favor. We want to extend our sincere thanks to every voter who took the time to learn about the issue and make their voice heard.
This outcome ensures that our district can continue providing the high level of fire and emergency medical service our community expects and deserves for years to come. With these funds, we’ll be able to maintain reliable response times, retain skilled personnel, and invest in the equipment and training needed to keep both residents and visitors safe.
From all of us at Grand Lake Fire — thank you for trusting us, standing with us, and believing in our mission. We are honored to serve you with Professionalism, Integrity, Compassion, Honor, Courage, Dedication, Respect, and Commitment.
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