The crews were able to extinguish both fires but said the residents were displaced and the Red Cross was notified.
The Denver Fire Department told FOX31 that they were dispatched to a preliminary total of five house fires, two multi-family home fires and 119 trash and grass fires from Thursday to Friday morning.
Aurora fires
The Aurora Fire Rescue also responded to a handful of fires on the night of the Fourth of July.
Aurora Fire Rescue said they responded to 250 incidents between 8 a.m. Thursday and 8 a.m. Friday, and 108 of those occurred between 8 p.m. and midnight Thursday. The fires are under investigation.
In Broomfield, fireworks caught a fence and nearby shrubs on fire and the blaze spread to a home. Firefighters were able to save the home but there was damage to the upstairs and attic.
North Metro Fire Rescue said its crews responded to 22 fires that were “most likely caused by fireworks.” (North Metro Fire Rescue)
North Metro Fire Rescue said its crews responded to 22 fires that were “most likely caused by fireworks.” (North Metro Fire Rescue)
North Metro Fire Rescue said its crews responded to 22 fires that were “most likely caused by fireworks.” (North Metro Fire Rescue)
Douglas County: ‘Numerous’ fires due to illegal fireworks
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office was also out in full force on Thursday and said crews received “ numerous calls of grass fires due to illegal fireworks.” They asked residents to celebrate safely.
Several other departments also reported having a busy night. West Metro Fire said they received 29 fire-related calls from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. South Adams County Fire responded to 20 fire-related calls.
While the Fourth of July may have come and gone, fire crews are warning about the dangers that come the day after the holiday. Homeowners need to watch out for the possibility of fires that could be started by improperly disposed fireworks.
All fireworks should be put in a bucket of water to make sure they are completely out, according to firefighters.
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