Allen-Waterbury Fire & Rescue

04/22/2026

Thank a volunteer this week.

03/27/2026

🚨 Action Needed: please read this!! 🚨

We need Nebraska's help.

Please take the time to read up on LB 400.

It would provide critical workers’ compensation protections for firefighters diagnosed with cancer, recognizing the real risks they face in the line of duty. This bill was introduced to cover both volunteer and paid firefighters.

However, an amendment has been introduced that would remove volunteer firefighters from this coverage.

That is simply not acceptable. We deserve to be covered as well.

Cancer remains one of the leading causes of line-of-duty deaths among firefighters. Volunteer firefighters face the same dangers and exposures as paid departments, and they deserve the same protections.

Please take a moment to contact your State Senator today.

Ask them to:
Support LB 400 and OPPOSE any amendment that removes volunteer firefighter coverage.

Your voice matters. Help ensure Nebraska’s volunteer firefighters are not left behind!

03/26/2026

🚨 BURN BAN EXTENDED – NO PERMITS ISSUED 🚨

Governor Jim Pillen has extended the statewide burn ban due to continued high fire danger conditions.

⛔ The burn ban is now in effect until 11:59 PM on April 10th, 2026.

🔥 IMPORTANT:
• NO burn permits will be issued while this ban remains in place
• All open burning is prohibited under this order
• Conditions remain dangerous, and fires can spread rapidly

These measures are in place to protect lives, property, and our community.

🚒 If you see a fire or one gets out of control — DO NOT WAIT. CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.

03/17/2026

Welcome home heroes! Thank you for your unwavering commitment & selfless service not only to Allen-Waterbury but to the great State of Nebraska.

03/16/2026

This is one of the locations our crew was sent to

03/16/2026

1st crew members fighting fires out west! We are proud! Stay safe!

03/15/2026

Our department members are making a difference in the face of the fires. Let's send our support and prayers to those on the front lines.

03/13/2026

Effective immediately, the State of Nebraska has issued an Executive Order banning all Open Burn Permits for the next 14 days.

During this time, no burn permits can be issued for any purpose, and any previously issued permits that have not yet been completed are now null and void. Open burning is not allowed during this period.

State officials will review conditions before the 14-day period ends to determine if the ban needs to be extended. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation as we work together to keep our community safe during these dangerous fire conditions.

03/11/2026

We are delighted to welcome Allen truck 33 Pumper/tanker to our fleet. Last night's department training session covered the procedures for filling a drop tank, drafting water to fill the truck, and flowing water.

01/26/2026