Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Introducing Dive 19: South Metro Fire Rescue’s Upgraded Water Rescue Capability
South Metro Fire Rescue is proud to announce a major enhancement to our dive rescue operations with the deployment of Dive 19, a state-of-the-art Healey Freightliner rescue apparatus paired with a 21-foot Boston Whaler dive boat.
This new unit replaces Dive 16, which will now serve in a logistics role to support department-wide operations. Dive 19 is now stationed at Station 19 off Wadsworth Blvd, placing it directly across from Chatfield State Park and enabling faster response times during critical water emergencies.
Key highlights:
Dual dive teams (Dive 31 and Dive 19) with shared personnel and coverage of both Chatfield and Cherry Creek Reservoirs
Enhanced sonar and dive capabilities for quicker victim location
Years of research, procurement, and training culminated in today’s readiness
Community-driven investment in safety, based on strong citizen feedback
Our dive teams undergo rigorous training and use best-in-class tools to respond quickly and effectively when seconds matter.
A friendly reminder as summer begins:
•Please wear a life jacket while on the water. It remains the most important factor in water safety.
•Stay weather aware and pay attention to incoming storms.
We hope we don’t see you out there—but if we do, we’re ready.
Introducing Dive 19: South Metro Fire Rescue’s Upgraded Water Rescue Capability
South Metro Fire Rescue is proud to announce a major enhancement to our dive rescue operations with the deployment of Dive 19, a state-of-the-art Healey Freightliner rescue apparatus paired with a 21-foot Boston Whaler dive boat.
This new unit replaces Dive 16, which will now serve in a logistics role to support department-wide operations. Dive 19 is now stationed at Station 19 off Wadsworth Blvd, placing it directly across from Chatfield State Park and enabling faster response times during critical water emergencies.
Key highlights:
Dual dive teams (Dive 31 and Dive 19) with shared personnel and coverage of both Chatfield and Cherry Creek Reservoirs
Enhanced sonar and dive capabilities for quicker victim location
Years of research, procurement, and training culminated in today’s readiness
Community-driven investment in safety, based on strong citizen feedback
Our dive teams undergo rigorous training and use best-in-class tools to respond quickly and effectively when seconds matter.
A friendly reminder as summer begins:
•Please wear a life jacket while on the water. It remains the most important factor in water safety.
•Stay weather aware and pay attention to incoming storms.
We hope we don’t see you out there—but if we do, we’re ready.
