Fire Foundation of Colorado Springs

Heads-Up CPR

Heads-Up CPR

Purpose: Improves outcomes in cardiac arrest by using new techniques and equipment that reduce pressure in the brain and increase blood flow to vital organs. What It Is: Unlike traditional CPR, Heads-Up CPR gradually elevates the patient’s head and torso during...
Whole Blood Program

Whole Blood Program

Launched: May 2024 Purpose: Provides immediate, life-saving transfusions in the field for trauma patients experiencing critical blood loss. Currently Equipped Units: 2 Medical Lieutenant Rigs Operation Hours: 24/7 Units Carried per Rig: 2 Impact: This pioneering...
Drone Operations Program

Drone Operations Program

Launched: August 2023 Purpose: Expands CSFD’s capabilities in search and rescue, fire scene monitoring, hazardous materials incidents, and disaster response using aerial technology. Drones Funded by the Foundation: 3 End Goal: Multiple drone teams covering both north...