Arapahoe Fire & Rescue Department

Arapahoe Fire & Rescue Department Arapahoe Fire & Rescue Department was established in 1909 as Arapahoe Hook & Ladder Company.

05/08/2026

🚨 Mutual Aid Response 🚨

On 5/7/26 at 2:51 PM, Arapahoe Fire & Rescue / HEA Rural Fire District was requested for mutual aid by the Oxford Fire District for a ditch and bale fire.

The Arapahoe station responded with:
β€’ 1 Type 6 Wildland Engine with 2 firefighters
β€’ 1 – 3000 gallon tender with 1 firefighter

Upon arrival, crews found the fire in the field ditch already being extinguished. However, the fire had spread deep into river timber, creating difficult access and rapidly increasing manpower needs. Additional crews were requested as firefighters worked for several hours clearing debris, cutting fire lines, and felling trees to stop the spread of the fire.

Thanks to the hard work and coordination of all responding departments, the fire was eventually brought under control.

Responding departments included:
β€’ Oxford
β€’ Arapahoe
β€’ Edison
β€’ Orleans
β€’ Beaver City
β€’ Stamford

We appreciate the teamwork and dedication from all personnel involved during another challenging day of extreme fire conditions across the area. πŸ”₯

05/07/2026

Last night at approximately 10:00 PM, the City of Arapahoe experienced a brief power outage. Just minutes later, Arapahoe Fire & Rescue was dispatched to the area of Nebraska Avenue and 6th Street for reports of down power poles and power lines laying across the highway.

Upon arrival, firefighters located two down power poles with energized power lines laying in the roadway. Crews immediately established traffic control and requested assistance from the Nebraska Department of Roads, Furnas County Sheriff’s Office, City of Arapahoe Utility Department, and Nebraska Public Power District.

Due to the dangers associated with energized power lines, the area remained closed until utility crews could safely secure the scene. The incident was brought under control and all crews cleared the scene at approximately 11:45 PM.

The cause of the incident remains under investigation at this time.

⚠️ REMINDER ABOUT POWER LINE SAFETY ⚠️

β€’ Always assume any down power line is energized and dangerous.
β€’ Stay far away from downed lines and anything they may be touching.
β€’ Never attempt to move power lines or drive over them.
β€’ If you encounter down power lines, immediately call 911 and notify the power company.
β€’ Keep children and pets away from the area until utility crews declare the scene safe.

Arapahoe Fire & Rescue would like to thank the Nebraska Department of Roads, Furnas County Sheriff’s Office, City of Arapahoe Utility Department, and Nebraska Public Power District for their assistance and cooperation during this incident. Their quick response and teamwork helped ensure the safety of the community and traveling public.

04/25/2026

🚨 Mutual Aid Wildland Fire Response – Furnas County πŸ”₯

At 10:43 PM CDT, a possible wildfire was detected by the National Weather Service in Hastings approximately 6 miles south of Holbrook in Furnas County.

Arapahoe Fire & Rescue / HEA Rural Fire District were immediately dispatched with mutual aide departments requested on an additional page.

Holbrook Fire Chief established Incident Command upon arrival.

Arapahoe responded with:

* 2 Type 6 Wildland Engines
* 1 – 3,000 Gallon Tender
* 1 – Command Unit
* 1 – Type 1 Engine
* 9 Firefighters

Assisting departments included:
Holbrook, Edison, Arapahoe, Beaver City, Wilsonville-Hendley, and Cambridge, along with the critical support of multiple local farmers utilizing discs to help contain the fire.

Thanks to the coordinated efforts of all responding agencies and community members, the fire was brought under control and all units were cleared and returned to station at approximately 2:00 AM.

πŸ”₯ With continued dry conditions across the area, we remind everyone to remain cautious and avoid any activities that could spark a fire.

We appreciate the strong teamwork and quick response from everyone involved.

Update: πŸš’πŸ”₯ South Central Wildland Taskforce Deployment – Update πŸ”₯πŸš’All Arapahoe Firemen and Equipment returned this morni...
04/24/2026

Update: πŸš’πŸ”₯ South Central Wildland Taskforce Deployment – Update πŸ”₯πŸš’

All Arapahoe Firemen and Equipment returned this morning at 9:30am.
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Arapahoe Fire & Rescue / HEA Rural Fire District crews are now on their second evening of deployment at the Pressy Fire in Custer County. They continue to operate a Type 6 wildland engine with 2 firefighters on 12-hour operational shifts.

This assignment remains part of the South Central Wildland Taskforce, working alongside Wilsonville-Hendley, Edison, Oxford, Stamford, and Axtell as crews continue suppression efforts.

Conditions remain dry with elevated fire danger, keeping firefighters engaged in challenging and extended operations.

We appreciate the continued hard work and dedication of all crews on the line as they protect communities across Nebraska. Please continue to avoid outdoor burning and stay aware of fire conditions.

Stay safe to everyone out there. πŸ’ͺπŸ”₯

Update: Our Crew has returned home as of this morning at 10am, with a planned redeployment tonight at 4pm.πŸš’πŸ”₯ South Centr...
04/23/2026

Update: Our Crew has returned home as of this morning at 10am, with a planned redeployment tonight at 4pm.

πŸš’πŸ”₯ South Central Wildland Taskforce Deployment πŸ”₯πŸš’

Arapahoe Fire & Rescue / HEA Rural Fire District has deployed one Type 6 wildland engine with 2 firefighters out of the Arapahoe Station to the Pressey Fire in Custer County for a 12-hour operational shift.

This response is part of the South Central Wildland Taskforce, working alongside departments from Wilsonville-Hendley, Edison, Oxford, Alma, and Axtell to support ongoing fire suppression efforts.

With continued dry conditions and elevated fire danger across the region, crews are prepared for aggressive fire behavior and long operational periods.

We appreciate the dedication of all departments working together to protect lives, property, and our Nebraska communities. Please continue to avoid any outdoor burning and remain vigilant during these conditions.

Stay safe to all crews on the line. πŸ’ͺπŸ”₯

04/23/2026

Final Update: Mutual Aid Response to Norton County Wildfire

Arapahoe Fire & Rescue / HEA Rural Fire District equipment have returned to station as of 18:30 following their mutual aid response to Norton County, Kansas.

Thanks to a coordinated effort, the fire was brought under control, with multiple Nebraska departments responding to support our neighbors to the south during their time of need.

We appreciate the strong mutual aid partnerships across state lines and the dedication of all crews involved.

04/22/2026

Mutual Aid Response to Fast-Moving Wildfire in Norton County, Kansas

Arapahoe Fire & Rescue / HEA Rural Fire District at 16:25 were requested to provide mutual aid assistance to Norton County, Kansas, as crews there are battling a fast-moving wildfire under dry and windy conditions.

In response to the request, HEA Rural Fire District deployed two Type 6 wildland engines based out of Arapahoe, staffed with a total of four firefighters. The crews mobilized quickly to assist with fire suppression efforts and help protect lives, property, and critical infrastructure in the affected area.

Conditions across the region remain extremely dry, and strong winds have contributed to rapid fire spread, making suppression efforts challenging for all responding agencies. Mutual aid between departments continues to play a critical role in ensuring adequate resources are available during these high-risk fire events.

We appreciate the continued support and cooperation between neighboring departments and agencies. Our thoughts are with all crews actively engaged on the fire, and we wish them a safe and successful operation.

Updates will be provided as they become available.

04/22/2026

🚨 RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT TODAY 🚨
Arapahoe Fire & Rescue / HEA Rural Fire District

The National Weather Service Hastings, NE has issued a Red Flag Warning from NOON to 8 PM CDT today (Wednesday, April 22, 2026) for portions of south central Nebraska.

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πŸ”₯ WHAT TO EXPECT
β€’ Winds: South 20–30 mph, gusting up to 40 mph
β€’ Relative Humidity: As low as 20%
β€’ Conditions: Extremely dry, warm, and windy

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⚠️ IMPACTS
Any fire that starts will spread rapidly and become difficult to control.

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🚫 IMPORTANT REMINDERS
β€’ NO outdoor burning – conditions are too dangerous
β€’ Avoid anything that could create sparks (welding, grinding, dragging chains, etc.)
β€’ Be extra cautious with equipment in fields and along roadways
β€’ Secure trailer chains and check vehicles for anything that could ignite dry grass

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πŸ“ AREAS AFFECTED
Furnas, Buffalo, Dawson, Gosper, Greeley, Howard, Nance, Phelps, Sherman, and Valley Counties

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πŸš’ Our department and surrounding agencies remain ready, but we need the public’s help to prevent fires before they start. With conditions like this, it only takes one spark.

Stay alert, stay safe, and help us protect our communities.

– Arapahoe Fire & Rescue / HEA Rural Fire District

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