Fredenberg Volunteer Fire Department

09/21/2026

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09/14/2026

This , take steps to protect your home and community from wildfire. One of the most effective ways to reduce wildfire risk is to create defensible space between your home and surrounding vegetation.

Clearing leaves and debris, trimming branches, and spacing out plants can slow a wildfire’s spread and give firefighters room to work safely.
Learn more athttps://www.ready.gov/wildfires

09/13/2026

08/29/2026

08/19/2026

Thank you Fredenberg Volunteers!

Today is Volunteer Firefighters Recognition Day, and we're honoring the dedicated men and women who selflessly serve their communities.

Volunteer firefighters respond to emergencies at all hours, train year-round, and sacrifice time with their families to help others when they're needed most.

To every volunteer firefighter across the country: thank you for your courage, your commitment, and everything you do to keep your communities safe.

Tag a volunteer firefighter who deserves a shoutout. ❤️🚒

08/12/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the fallen firefighter and all the friends, firefighters, medical personnel, law enforcement and others who are affected by this tragedy.

The Eastern Area Complex Incident Management Team, under the command of the Superior National Forest and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources are aware that a medical emergency occurred on the July Lightning fires involving an individual assigned to the incident at approximately 10:40 am today, Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in the vicinity of Ely, MN.

Fire personnel and emergency medical services responded. The patient was transported to a medical facility for treatment. After arriving at the hospital, the patient subsequently passed away. When additional information is available and confirmed, an update will be provided.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family and fellow firefighting community.

08/09/2026

Please pay attention to the drought conditions in our area. A little rain does not lessen the fire danger, the fuels dry out very quickly within hours or even minutes. Please follow the DNR burning restrictions and guidelines for your area. Stay safe!

THE NATION IS NOW AT PREPAREDNESS LEVEL 5

The United States has reached Preparedness Level 5, the highest level on the national wildland fire preparedness scale.

At PL5, wildland fire resources across the country are heavily committed. Crews, engines, aircraft, incident management teams and support personnel are being prioritized and moved where they are needed most.

Active geographic areas must take emergency measures to sustain incident operations. Even areas experiencing lower fire activity are providing resources and approaching drawdown levels.

Across the country, IMTA members are actively supporting the wildland fire response. From incident management and coordination to planning, logistics, public information, and other critical functions, these professionals are helping communities and responders navigate an increasingly demanding fire season.

Everyone can help protect these limited resources. Prevent human-caused fires, follow local fire restrictions, and remain prepared for changing conditions.



Learn more about the IMTA and become a member today at: https://www.ahimta.org/membership