Brownton Fire Department

06/01/2026

The Brownton Fire Department and Brownton Women’s Club would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all of the kids who participated in the bike-a-thon. Your enthusiasm, effort, and community spirit made the event a great success, and we are incredibly proud of each and every one of you.
We would also like to give a heartfelt thank-you to the parents and volunteers who supported this event. Your time, encouragement, and dedication helped make the day safe, fun, and memorable for everyone involved.
Congratulations to this year’s winners:

K-1:
Vera Hansch - 1st
Cody Winterfeldt - 2nd

2-3:
Everly Katzenmeyer - 1st
Crew Messner - 2nd

4-6:
Kinsley Rohlf - 1st
Raelyn Hansch - 2nd

05/30/2026

We have had some requests for Brownton Fire clothing so we had our supplier open a store. You can access it at the link below. Store closes 6/11/26. As always, thank you for supporting the BFD!

05/25/2026

We are reminded that each fold of a flag holds meaning. The final fold however, the one right before the flag is cradled and handed to a grieving family, says what words cannot.

We pause in silence for the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We honor their memory, their families, and the weight of every fold that tells their story.

05/12/2026

As of Tuesday, May 12th, 2026, McLeod County will be under a burning ban until further notice.

05/04/2026

A dedicated group of bikers turned out Sunday afternoon for the Brownton Bike A Thon. Thanks to them for riding and their sponsors. Also the Brownton Lions Club for donating prizes, the Brownton Women’s Club and Brownton Police Department for their help with the event.

04/24/2026

The month of March winners in our calendar sweepstakes raffle include weekly winners of $30 each: Jasmine Knick-Brownton, Amy Lemke - Glencoe, Mark Mathwig- Hutchinson, and Ashley Ribar- Brownton. The St Patrick's day winner of $50 was Bradley Spikers Brownton. Jeff Wendtlandt of Brownton was the $50 monthly winner. Jeff Goebel -Brownton was the $100 quarterly winner.

04/22/2026

No open burning today, please.

Starting on 4/22/2026 at 0600 hours, McLeod County will be under a burning ban until 8pm. No open burning will be allowed during this time. This does not include recreational fires. Weather conditions will be monitored, and restrictions may be extended if needed.

04/20/2026

Burning is restricted today.

Starting on 4/20/2026 at 0600 hours, McLeod County will be under a burning ban until 8pm. No open burning will be allowed during this time. This does not include recreational fires. Weather conditions will be monitored, and restrictions may be extended if needed.

04/18/2026

Waffle Irons are getting warmed up an ready to serve you 9:30-12:30 at the Brownton community center 

04/16/2026

The Brownton Fire Department recently completed some controlled burns. Controlled burns are a critical part of preparedness—helping reduce fuel loads, protect property, and ensure firefighters are ready when it matters most. Thank you to the BFD members for your dedication, professionalism, and ongoing commitment to community safety.