Black Hawk Fire Department

The Black Hawk Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency services to the City of Black Hawk and surrounding areas in Gilpin County, Colorado. The department serves a community known for its historic downtown, mountain environment, tourism, and casino industry, requiring firefighters to respond to both residential and commercial emergencies. The department responds to structure and vehicle fires, emergency medical calls, hazardous-material incidents, rescues, traffic accidents, and other emergencies. Firefighters also assist with fire prevention, inspections, public education, and emergency preparedness while coordinating with neighboring fire districts, law-enforcement agencies, and other emergency responders.