Cheyenne Fire Rescue

🚒 Q&A WITH FIREFIGHTER DEVIN BUDNEY 🧑‍🚒
Firefighter Devin Budney joined Cheyenne Fire Rescue on August 12, 2024, and he’s been bringing incredible dedication (and a fantastic mustache) to the department ever since.

We sat down with Devin to ask him about his journey, life at the station, and what keeps him motivated. Check it out! 👇

🔥 What Inspired Your Journey?
"The chance to make a real, lasting impact on my hometown every single day. I’ve always admired the dedication and selflessness of firefighters, and joining Cheyenne Fire Rescue has allowed me to fulfill that calling and serve with the best."

🤝 What’s the Best Part of Fire Life?
"The brotherhood and family atmosphere are unmatched. Training together, sharing meals, and knowing you can rely 100% on the people next to you makes this more than just a job; it’s a shared commitment to community safety."

🚨 Most Memorable Call So Far?
"Recently, we responded to a difficult house fire. The seamless coordination of our team, from suppression to rescue, ensured all occupants and pets were safely evacuated. It reinforced everything I trained for."

🧯 Critical Fire Safety Tip for the Community?
"Always have a well-practiced fire escape plan for your entire household. Check your smoke alarms MONTHLY. It’s the simplest, yet most critical, defense against tragedy."

Stay safe, Cheyenne! ❤️ Give Devin a warm shout-out in the comments below! 👇

CFR continues fire investigation at 2505 E. Carlson St. Cheyenne Fire Rescue (CFR) is continuing its investigation into the structure fire that occurred at 2505 E. Carlson St. To ensure a thorough and comprehensive review, CFR is being assisted by the Bureau of Alcohol, To***co, Fi****ms and Explosives (ATF) National Response Team.

Cheyenne Fire Rescue's fire investigators are collaborating with ATF - Denver's fire investigators to determine the cause of the recent fire at Ridge View Apartments.

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Cheyenne Fire Rescue responded Tuesday afternoon, May 26, 2026, to a reported structure fire at 2505 E. Carlson St.

Initial dispatch was received at 3:35 p.m. and CFR responded with four fire engines, one ladder truck, one Battalion Chief, and one support unit, totaling 19 firefighters. Engine 5 arrived on scene at 3:40 p.m., within five minutes of dispatch, and crews observed heavy smoke and fire coming from a three-story building under construction, behind multiple other apartment buildings. Battalion Chief 1 (BC1) assumed incident command and, given the winds, access to the construction site, significant fire conditions, and immediate structural concerns, directed crews to employ defensive firefighting tactics. This approach prioritizes firefighter safety while aggressively containing and controlling the fire. Additional CFR units and further requests for mutual aid brought more than 50 firefighters to the scene.

Crews successfully extinguished the bulk of the fire and adjacent buildings at 4:56 p.m. using aerial master streams, handlines, and coordinated defensive fire attack operations. According to the construction company for the apartment building, all workers are accounted for, and no injuries have been reported among civilians or firefighters.

Fire crews will continue to monitor the scene and address hotspots. CFR personnel remain on standby to respond to any additional smoldering hotspots. CFR's Community Risk Reduction (CRR) fire investigators remained on scene to support the fire investigation. Crews have maintained security at the site and ensured public safety.

CFR extends its gratitude to the following agencies for their assistance: Cheyenne Police Department, American Medical Response (AMR), Laramie County Sheriff's Office, Laramie County Fire District #1, Laramie County Fire Authority, and Wyoming Air National Guard Fire Department, and the Laramie County Combined Communication Center.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by CFR's fire investigators.

Update (9:33 P.M.): Several crews remain on scene extinguishing smoldering areas. No injuries have been reported of civilians or firefighters. CFR investigators will continue to investigate the fire over the next several days. CFR is grateful for the following public safety agencies: Laramie County Fire District 1, Laramie County Fire Authority , Laramie County Combined Communications Center, AMR Cheyenne, WY, Cheyenne Police Department, Laramie County Sheriff's Office, and WY Air National Guard Fire & Emergency Services.

CFR has responded to the 2000 block of Converse, where the fire has been brought under control. Crews are still working to extinguish remaining hotspots. Please avoid the area.

🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day, Cheyenne.
Today we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and devotion to duty will never be forgotten.
Stay safe, take care of one another, and remember what today truly stands for.



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Arrest Made Following Historic Pump House Fire

A man has been arrested in connection with a structure fire that severely damaged the historic pump house located at 1504 Dillon Avenue on May 16, 2026.

At approximately 9:30 p.m., Cheyenne Police Department (CPD) officers and crews from Cheyenne Fire Rescue (CFR) were dispatched to reports of a fire at the vacant building. Upon arrival, first responders observed that the structure was engulfed in flames, with fire extending into the roof and attic.

Crews worked to contain the blaze, which was declared extinguished at approximately 10:46 p.m. Investigators from CFR and the CPD’s Arson Unit worked together to examine the scene, collect evidence, and determine how the fire started.

The joint investigation revealed that the fire originated in a room on the south side of the building. Accidental causes - including mechanical issues, environmental factors, and nearby railroad activity - were ruled out. The building also had no utilities connected. It was concluded that the fire was human-caused, and intentionally, recklessly, or negligently ignited.

The pump house was previously used to support railroad locomotive operations and later served as a storage facility for the City of Cheyenne. The structure has been abandoned for a decade and has experienced repeated unlawful entry despite efforts to secure the property.

During the investigation, officers reviewed surveillance footage from a nearby business that captured a man, later identified as 35-year-old Christophe Carabajal, entering the property through a gap in the fence and climbing into the building through a ground-floor window shortly before the fire began. Carabajal was later seen leaving minutes before flames became visible. No other people were observed entering or exiting the property.

Carabajal was arrested yesterday, May 21, on an unrelated public intoxication charge. Detectives have submitted a probable cause affidavit to the Laramie County District Attorney’s Office supporting additional arson-related charges.

🚨 ADORABILITY ALERT IN CHEYENNE! 🚨
Good morning, Cheyenne! ☀️

Our firefighters are trained for high-stakes rescues, but yesterday, Lt. Turner faced their most intense, high-pressure mission yet: an operations-level rescue of a tiny, fuzzy duckling! 🦆💛

Rumor has it the little guy didn't have a permit for that storm drain, but Lt. Turner handled the situation with expert, ultra-gentle maneuvering and safely escorted him back to his momma. Just another day of saving lives and completely melting hearts.

Outstanding job, Lt. Turner! 🧑‍🚒👏

Drop a ❤️ to thank our crew for looking out for all our residents, no matter how small (or webbed)!

Join CRMC for a FREE "Stop the Bleed" class this week to learn life-saving skills that can make all the difference in an emergency.
Participants will learn why hemorrhage control is vital and master three specific techniques to prevent blood loss.
​Every participant will receive a free "Stop the Bleed" kit (a $50 value) while supplies last, including a tourniquet, gauze, gloves, and more, thanks to the CRMC Foundation.

​Class Schedule:
​May 20 @ 6:00 p.m. – Pine Bluffs Town Hall (220 Main St.)
​May 21 @ 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, Meeting Rooms C & D (214 E. 23rd St.)
​These classes are open to the public and walk-ins are welcome!

​How to Register:
📞 Call: (307) 633-7167
📧 Email: [email protected]
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