Keremeos Volunteer Fire Department

08/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to help us with our mass casualty event training scenarios tonight.

We appreciate you all!

08/05/2026

Here is the press release from the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen on the appointment of our new Assistant Chief, Tyler Decker.

https://www.rdos.bc.ca/newsandevents/rdos-news/hot-topics/article/5800

“The Keremeos and District Volunteer Fire Department is built on the dedication, experience, and professionalism of its leadership team and fire services personnel,” said RDOS Chair Mark Pendergraft. “This appointment recognizes that strength and reinforces the department’s capacity to protect and serve the community now and into the future.”

Congratulations again, Tyler! Thank you for stepping up for our team and community!

08/05/2026

The Keremeos Volunteer Fire Department will be conducting a training exercise tomorrow evening (August 5th) on the grounds of SESS from approximately 6pm to 9pm.

If you see our vehicles, equipment and lots of people around the area, do not be alarmed. We are spending a couple hours honing our skill to better serve the community.

We will not be blocking any roads, but may be a visual distraction. Please stay back as we will be treating this as a live incident.

Thank you in advance for letting us disrupt your quiet for just a little while.

08/05/2026

Congratulations to our new Assistant Chief, Tyler Decker.
Sworn in tonight by Tony Iannella and Deborah Jones-Middleton from the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen
Tyler has been an integral part of the Keremeos Volunteer Fire Department for 15 years, serving as Truck Captain for the last three.
We are all excited to see your leadership in action.

08/04/2026

Come beat the heat!

We are all set at the Keremeos Rec Center untill 12h.

Slip and Slide, water fight, music, Keremeos Volunteer Fire Department Engine 152.

FireSmart Keremeos is on site with information about emergency preparedness and Tips about Wildfire property protection.

Come have some fun with us!

08/02/2026

Come see us at the car show in Keremeos until 3pm.

Come and get information about our FireSmart program and emergency preparedness.

Awareness and preparedness are key to build a resilient community in the event of wildfire impacting us.

07/31/2026

Wildfire season is a reminder that preparedness is everyone's responsibility. The best time to reduce wildfire risk is before an emergency happens.

Take 30 minutes this week to:

✔ Clean up combustible debris around your home
✔ Review your evacuation plan
✔ Update your emergency kit
✔ Create a FireSmart buffer around your property

🏡 Not sure where to start? Get a FREE FireSmart Home Assessment and receive personalized recommendations to help reduce your wildfire risk and make your property more resilient.

Small steps taken today can help protect what matters most tomorrow.

🔥 Learn how to reduce your wildfire risk with FireSmart BC:
https://firesmartbc.ca

🏡 Learn about FREE FireSmart Home Assessments in your area:
https://firesmartbc.ca
or email [email protected]

🧰 Build your emergency plan and prepare your household with PreparedBC:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/preparedbc

📱 Stay informed and receive emergency notifications, including wildfire alerts, through RDOS Voyent Alert!:
https://www.rdos.bc.ca/newsandevents/notifications/

Being prepared is about resilience, readiness, and protecting our communities.

07/30/2026

07/18/2026

Getting ready for a great day!
Come by the rec centre visit.

Hotdogs and burgers will be served from 11-2!