Elmwood Rural Fire Dept

05/20/2026

Another successful year at Nebraska Fire School. This year our members participated in Farm Emergencies and Confined Spaces Rescue.

We're very proud of our members who take the time to seek out additional training to become more effective firefighters.

05/12/2026

This month's featured member is Jr Firefighter Jesse Greise. Jesse is a student at Elmwood-Murdock High School and has lived in our fire district for 8 years.

Why did you decide to join the fire department?
"To help my town, fire something to do, and because I was curious."

Why do you continue to Volunteer?
"I like helping people and the teamwork of it."

What is your favorite memory of being a firefighter with Elmwood?
"My first meeting, helping everyone, and meeting everyone."

05/03/2026

Got some prescribed burning done this weekend with some help from Avoca Volunteer Fire Department

04/28/2026

Last night Elmwood Rural Fire Dept practiced deploying and managing hose lines. Moving 200 feet of 1 3/4" hose that's completely full of water is hard work, but our guys made out look easy.

04/23/2026

Northwestern Cass County has been issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 3:00 PM.

04/23/2026

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04/23/2026

Cass, Johnson, and Otoe Counties have been issued a Tornado Watch until 7:00 PM tonight.

04/21/2026