Since 1946, North Metro Fire Rescue District has served to protect its citizens and their property with a high level of care, compassion and professionalism. North Metro Fire is equipped and committed to ensuring public safety through fire suppression, emergency medical services and patient transportation, hazardous materials response, technical rescues and wildland firefighting. In addition to responding to emergencies, the District proactively works with residents and businesses to build a safer community through education, outreach and prevention. North Metro Fire has more than 180 employees, seven fire stations, a state-of-the-art Training Center Complex and Headquarters, which cover close to 60 square miles and serve a population of approximately 125,000 people, including the City and County of Broomfield, the City of Northglenn and unincorporated areas of Adams, Boulder, Jefferson and Weld Counties. With a diverse landscape of residential and commercial development as well as a busy regional airport and intersecting highways, North Metro firefighters are prepared to handle a large span of incidents. Through extensive training, program development and interagency collaboration, North Metro Fire continues to be a strong fire service organization dedicated to providing a high quality of service and leadership within the northern region.