Burwell Volunteer Fire Department

04/20/2026

Glad to help our neighbors!

04/14/2026

🔥Fire Smart Landscaping 🌳

Have you considered how the trees, grasses and landscape around your property could affect its chances of surviving a wildfire? When resources are limited, make sure your property is one with a fighting chance.

Learn these best practices from Elizabeth Exstrom, Horticulture, Landscape and Environmental Systems Educator with Nebraska Extension.

📅Wednesday, May 13, 2026
🕛 6:00PM
📍Garfield County Courthouse, Burwell

RSVP to Nebraska Extension in GLW at 308-346-4200

02/17/2026

A Particularly Dangerous Situation (PDS) Red Flag Warning remains in effect for portions of the Panhandle and much of western, southwest, central, and north central Nebraska, and the majority of the state is in extreme fire danger today. Strong west winds of 30 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph, very low humidity, and warm temperatures will make it incredibly easy for any spark to turn into a fast-moving, uncontrollable wildfire.

Seriously reconsider burning outdoors today. Please avoid anything that could cause a spark. These conditions mean fires can spread in minutes, putting neighbors, homes, livestock, and first responders at serious risk. One small decision can have devastating consequences. Let’s all do our part to keep our communities safe. Additional fire weather concerns are expected Wednesday, so please stay aware and continue to use extreme caution.

Visit nfs.unl.edu for more information.

02/01/2026

BVFD would like to thank everyone for supporting BVFD at banquet and dance. And The Hoffschneider catering for a wonderful meal . And the volunteers for the years of service ranging from 1 through 46 years

01/13/2026

🚨 DANGEROUS FIRE CONDITIONS – NEBRASKA 🚨
Monday & Tuesday (Jan 12–13)

High to Very High Fire Danger is expected across most of Nebraska.

🔥 Monday:
• West wind gusts 15–25 MPH
• Relative humidity 20–30%

🔥 Tuesday (WORSE CONDITIONS):
• Northwest wind gusts 25–40 MPH
• Relative humidity 20–40%

⚠️ Any fire can spread rapidly and become uncontrollable within minutes, overwhelming local fire departments.

🚫 Avoid all burning
🚜 Use extreme caution with equipment
🚗 Be mindful of hot exhaust, chains, and sparks
📞 Report smoke or fire immediately

Please take this seriously and help keep our communities and first responders safe. One spark is all it takes.

01/06/2026

🔥🚒 Firemen’s Banquet coming up at the end of the month! 🚒🔥
Tickets are available now—reach out to any department member to purchase. We’d love to see you there!

01/04/2026

Great advice!!

01/03/2026

01/02/2026

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Burwell VFD 🎄

This Christmas, we are grateful for the community we are honored to serve. While many are gathered around the tree with family, our volunteers stand ready—because serving Burwell is more than a duty, it’s a calling.

May your homes be filled with warmth, your hearts with peace, and your season with hope. From our fire family to yours, we wish you a safe, blessed, and Merry Christmas. ❤️🚒✨

— Burwell Volunteer Fire Department