Mesa County Fire Authority Station #51

Mesa County Fire Authority Station #51 provides fire, rescue, and emergency medical services to a rural area in western Colorado. The station is part of a larger authority that covers 221 square miles, including farms, ranches, and recreational areas, and protects critical infrastructure such as highways, waterways, and communication towers. The department has a combination of paid and volunteer staff, including 10 fire and EMS volunteers who train regularly and respond to emergency calls.