Fort Lupton Professional Firefighters Local 5553

05/21/2026

05/19/2026

Ken Bradley is a lieutenant here with Berthoud Fire, and is well-known in the fire community as a dedicated teacher and leader. He and his wife, Carol, have three children, and their family has always been active in supporting others. Now, they are facing an unimaginable challenge.

On Sunday, while driving to work, Ken was critically injured in a head-on collision caused by a vehicle traveling the wrong way in the HOV lane. The accident left Ken with multiple fractures in both legs, fractures to his left arm, a dislocated right shoulder, several broken ribs, a pneumothorax, a significant leg laceration, and a concussion. He has already undergone several surgeries and will need more in the coming days to repair the extensive injuries. Despite the severity of the accident, Ken’s resilience and the support of his family have been remarkable.

Ken's extended family has set up a GoFundMe to assist- Carol and their children are making daily trips from Colorado Springs to Denver to be by Ken’s side. The road to recovery will be long, and the family is facing mounting medical bills, travel expenses, and the challenge of supporting their children during this difficult time. Donations to this fundraiser will help cover medical costs, travel expenses, and provide much-needed support for Carol and the kids as Ken heals.

We are so grateful that Ken survived, but the journey ahead is daunting. Any support for Ken, Carol, and their children is deeply appreciated. Please help this family as they navigate the difficult road ahead.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-ken-bradleys-recovery

04/16/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣
Please join the Fort Lupton Fire Protection District as we welcome Chief Greg Ward at his Change of Command Ceremony.
📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Station 3
2470 S. Rollie Avenue, Fort Lupton, CO 80621

04/10/2026

Please join us this Saturday at 9am Fire Station 1, located at 1121 Denver Ave. Fort Lupton CO 80621 as we push in the new Engine 2601. We look forward to celebrating this exciting addition with our community.

04/07/2026

03/23/2026

!!MEMBER MONDAYS!!

Introducing Shawn Montoya! We are excited to have Shawn as a member of Local 5553. Shawn is part of the Local Events Committee and is excited to continue strengthening the relationships within the community! We asked Shawn a few questions to get to know him better; check out his answers below!

1. What part of the job do you enjoy the most?

The part of being a firefighter that I enjoy the most is interacting with the community. Whether it's at a public event or responding to medical calls, I enjoy being able to help people out. I even enjoy the routine medical calls because while they sometimes seem routine to us, I know that it's a big deal for the community members and I like knowing that we did our best to provide them with some comfort and relief. (Also, driving the big red truck is pretty cool).

2. Whats the best lesson the fire service has tought you about life?

I don't know that it's something I learned in the fire service but it's something that has been reinforced in the fire service. You only get one body, take care of it early and often. Eat healthy, stay away from things that harm your health (to***co, alcohol, soda), exercise regularly and don't forget to stretch.

3. If you weren't a firefighter, what career do you think you'd be doing?

Since I've already had another career (14 years as a music teacher and 6 years as an assistant principal), I'd say my next career will be retirement.

02/26/2026

🚒 We’re Hiring Firefighters — Come Join Our Team!
Fort Lupton Fire Protection District is looking for dedicated, community‑minded individuals to join our department. If you’re driven by service, teamwork, and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Applications & Full Details
You can view job postings, qualifications, and application documents at the links below:
👉 Employment Page & Application Materials

https://www.fortluptonfire.org/employment

02/03/2026

🚒 Now Hiring Career Firefighter Position 🚒
Competitive pay • Strong benefits • Meaningful service
Come work with us and build a career you can be proud of.
https://www.fortluptonfire.org/employment

02/02/2026

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