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| NO OPEN FIRES WITHOUT A PERMIT ! Use charcoal or gas grills only ! BURN PERMITS ARE ISSUED BASED ON CURRENT WEATHER CONDITIONS. For information or permits, please call: |
| Frequently Asked Questions |
What is the phone number to my fire station?
Call the fire district office at 719-868-2249.
I have a question about Fire Code--who can I call?
Las Animas County has adopted the International Fire Code. Contact
our Fire Chief at 719-868-2249.
Is there a current fire ban in effect?
Check with the fire district.
Who can I call about employment opportunities?
The Stonewall Fire Protection District is staffed by volunteers. If you are
18 years of age or older, contact the Fire District at 719-868-2249 about
volunteer opportunities.
Can I burn branches, grass, or weeds in the irrigation ditch in my
backyard?
Yes, but obtain a burn permit before burning. Call the fire district office
at 719-868-2249 for a burn permit.
How do I get a burn permit?
Call the fire district office at 719-868-2249.
Can I have a campfire?
Recreational fires are limited to three foot by three foot in size and must
have a permit from the Fire Department. Fires larger in size require the
presence of off-duty firefighters and equipment at a considerable cost.
For all fires call 719-868-2249.
Can I have a campfire in the mountains?
Within Forest Service lands, call the BLM at 719-269-8561 or Las
Animas County at 719-846-2211 to check on burn bans.
How can I get a copy of the incident report?
Call 719-868-2249 for a report copy. Requests for medical reports must
be accompanied by a signed release from the patient and a copy of a
valid ID. You may also fax your report request to 719-868-2249.
How can I get brochures/information on fire safety?
Contact our fire district office by calling 719-868-2249
How can I report a fire hazard?
Contact the fire district office at 719-868-2249
Do you give fire extinguisher training?
No.
Do you provide CPR and First Aid classes?
Yes. Please call 719-868-2249 for information.
How close can I park to a fire hydrant?
Fifteen (15) feet.
How do I clean up after fire/smoke damage?
Clean walls, floors, furniture, drapes, etc., with the following solution:
Rinse with warm water and dry. Make sure there is as much air
circulating as possible. Most of the time your insurance company will
have their approved environmental clean-up company contact you.
How do I dispose of an old fire extinguisher?
Contact a private company, found in the yellow pages of the phone book
under "Fire Extinguishers."
How do I talk to the Fire Chief?
Contact the Office of the Fire Chief at 719-868-2249 to make an
appointment.
How does my out-of-town alarm company contact the Fire
Department?
Call the Trinidad 24-hour Dispatch Center at 719-846-4441. Please
inform your alarm company to give the Fire Department your name and
contact number.
I need an EMT or Paramedic to cover a special event.
Contact the Trinidad Ambulance District at 719-846-6886.
I need an ISO rating.
All dwellings located within five road miles of any of the Stonewall Fire
Protection District stations are rated a Class 9.
I need assistance with my Smoke Alarm or Carbon Monoxide
detector.
Contact the fire district office 719-868-2249. We can schedule a
courtesy inspection.
Where can I get my fire extinguisher recharged?
Contact a private company, found in the yellow pages of the phone book
under “Fire Extinguishers.”
Where can I purchase flame retardant spray?
Contact your fire department at 719-868-2249
Can I build a fireplace in my backyard?
In Las Animas County, call the Las Animas County Building Department
at 719-846-4486.
Can I burn wood in a Chiminea or other outdoor burning appliance in
my backyard?
Yes. But you must use only clean and dry fuel. Smoke can cause
neighborhood problems, especially with neighbors with lung problems.
Clean and dry fuel usually eliminates this issue. Call 719-868-2249
questions regarding backyard fires.
Can I have a pig roast?
Yes. There is no permit required when using a commercial pig roaster.
Fires over 9 square feet or greater than 3 foot by 3 foot for cooking
require a permit from the Fire Department. Also consider your
neighbors and advise them you will be burning wood for a roast.
Call the fire district office at 719-868-2249.
I have a question about Fire Code--who can I call?
Las Animas County has adopted the International Fire Code. Contact
our Fire Chief at 719-868-2249.
Is there a current fire ban in effect?
Check with the fire district.
Who can I call about employment opportunities?
The Stonewall Fire Protection District is staffed by volunteers. If you are
18 years of age or older, contact the Fire District at 719-868-2249 about
volunteer opportunities.
Can I burn branches, grass, or weeds in the irrigation ditch in my
backyard?
Yes, but obtain a burn permit before burning. Call the fire district office
at 719-868-2249 for a burn permit.
How do I get a burn permit?
Call the fire district office at 719-868-2249.
Can I have a campfire?
Recreational fires are limited to three foot by three foot in size and must
have a permit from the Fire Department. Fires larger in size require the
presence of off-duty firefighters and equipment at a considerable cost.
For all fires call 719-868-2249.
Can I have a campfire in the mountains?
Within Forest Service lands, call the BLM at 719-269-8561 or Las
Animas County at 719-846-2211 to check on burn bans.
How can I get a copy of the incident report?
Call 719-868-2249 for a report copy. Requests for medical reports must
be accompanied by a signed release from the patient and a copy of a
valid ID. You may also fax your report request to 719-868-2249.
How can I get brochures/information on fire safety?
Contact our fire district office by calling 719-868-2249
How can I report a fire hazard?
Contact the fire district office at 719-868-2249
Do you give fire extinguisher training?
No.
Do you provide CPR and First Aid classes?
Yes. Please call 719-868-2249 for information.
How close can I park to a fire hydrant?
Fifteen (15) feet.
How do I clean up after fire/smoke damage?
Clean walls, floors, furniture, drapes, etc., with the following solution:
- 4 to 6 tablespoons Tri-Sodium Phosphate
- 1 cup Lysol or any chloride bleach
- 1 gallon water
Rinse with warm water and dry. Make sure there is as much air
circulating as possible. Most of the time your insurance company will
have their approved environmental clean-up company contact you.
How do I dispose of an old fire extinguisher?
Contact a private company, found in the yellow pages of the phone book
under "Fire Extinguishers."
How do I talk to the Fire Chief?
Contact the Office of the Fire Chief at 719-868-2249 to make an
appointment.
How does my out-of-town alarm company contact the Fire
Department?
Call the Trinidad 24-hour Dispatch Center at 719-846-4441. Please
inform your alarm company to give the Fire Department your name and
contact number.
I need an EMT or Paramedic to cover a special event.
Contact the Trinidad Ambulance District at 719-846-6886.
I need an ISO rating.
All dwellings located within five road miles of any of the Stonewall Fire
Protection District stations are rated a Class 9.
I need assistance with my Smoke Alarm or Carbon Monoxide
detector.
Contact the fire district office 719-868-2249. We can schedule a
courtesy inspection.
Where can I get my fire extinguisher recharged?
Contact a private company, found in the yellow pages of the phone book
under “Fire Extinguishers.”
Where can I purchase flame retardant spray?
Contact your fire department at 719-868-2249
Can I build a fireplace in my backyard?
In Las Animas County, call the Las Animas County Building Department
at 719-846-4486.
Can I burn wood in a Chiminea or other outdoor burning appliance in
my backyard?
Yes. But you must use only clean and dry fuel. Smoke can cause
neighborhood problems, especially with neighbors with lung problems.
Clean and dry fuel usually eliminates this issue. Call 719-868-2249
questions regarding backyard fires.
Can I have a pig roast?
Yes. There is no permit required when using a commercial pig roaster.
Fires over 9 square feet or greater than 3 foot by 3 foot for cooking
require a permit from the Fire Department. Also consider your
neighbors and advise them you will be burning wood for a roast.
| STONEWALL Fire Protection District |
| Wet Cyn Office 719-868-2249
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