Long Lake Volunteer Fire Department

06/04/2026

Buckle Up!
Remember to check those back seats too! ❤️

06/03/2026

🚒 National Safety Month 🚒

June is National Safety Month, a great reminder that safety starts with each of us.

Whether you’re at home, on the road, at work, or enjoying the outdoors, taking a few extra moments to think about safety can prevent accidents and save lives.

✅ Check your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors
✅ Review your family’s emergency plan
✅ Keep fire extinguishers accessible and up to date
✅ Drive distraction-free and buckle up
✅ Stay aware of your surroundings

The members of the Long Lake Volunteer Fire Department are proud to serve our community, but the best emergency is the one that never happens. Together, let’s make June a month of awareness, prevention, and safety.

Stay safe, Long Lake! ❤️🚒

06/03/2026

Recycling facilities, landfills, garbage trucks and other parts of the waste and recycling industry in Wisconsin are experiencing frequent and sometimes devastating fires.

While it can be hard to determine the cause of each fire, studies have shown rechargeable lithium-ion batteries are often to blame. If damaged by equipment in waste trucks or facilities, these batteries can spark or produce enough heat to ignite surrounding materials. This photo shows the aftermath of recyclables catching fire in a city of Madison recycling truck. These fires put workers and firefighters at risk, in addition to causing millions of dollars in damage.

You can help prevent fires like these:
– Never put batteries or electronics in your recycling bin or cart.
– Take rechargeable batteries to a recycling drop-off site, like a hardware store or local recycling center.
– Recycle your electronics through E-Cycle Wisconsin. Many sites accept electronics like laptops and cellphones for free.

To learn more and find recycling locations, visit https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/ecycle

06/03/2026

SPECIAL WEATHER UPDATE:

Warm temperatures, southwest winds to 10 mph, and RH as low as 18 to 25 percent will result in elevated wildfire conditions this afternoon and evening over north-central and far northeast WI. The prolonged absence of rain and dry fuels will allow wildfires to spread quickly.

It is recommended to avoid any outdoor burning today. Immediately report any wildfires to local emergency services by calling 911.

For more information on burning restrictions, see apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn/ #/BurnRestrictions.

05/30/2026

Have you ever wondered, “How can I support my local volunteer fire department that selflessly gives their time to protect me, my family, my property, and our community?”

Wonder no more!

The LLFD “Your Neighbors. Your Firefighters.” T-shirts are now available for just $15! We have both youth and adult sizes available.

Show your support for the dedicated volunteers who answer the call day and night to serve our community.

To purchase a shirt, contact Karen Rivard at 414-313-0386.

Thank you for supporting your local volunteer firefighters!

You could also add a photo of firefighters wearing the shirts and end with:
“Wear your support. Support your neighbors. Support your firefighters.” 🚒❤️

05/25/2026

05/20/2026

Happy EMS Week to the incredible EMS professionals who answer the call every day with compassion, courage, and dedication.

Thank you for the long hours, quick decisions, calm under pressure, and the care you provide to our communities when people need it most. Your commitment does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for all you do behind the scenes and on the front lines.

This week, we celebrate and appreciate each of you for the difference you make every single day. 💙🚑

05/15/2026

We're asking the public to avoid outdoor burning activities, as fire danger has reached Critical levels across Northern and Western Wisconsin Thursday, May 14 through the evening of Saturday, May 16.

In conjunction with the National Weather Service, a Red Flag Warning is forecast for Friday, May 15 from noon to 9 p.m. in the following counties: Douglas, Bayfield, Washburn, Burnett, Sawyer, Ashland, Iron, Rusk, Barron, Polk and Vilas.

As of Thursday, May 14, DNR burning permits are suspended in 31 counties. Additional suspensions are possible with worsening conditions forecast heading into the weekend. Find updated information on DNR burning permit suspensions on the DNR's WisBurn tool: https://apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn/ #/BurnRestrictions

Fire risk is increased by ongoing dry vegetation, low humidity, warming temperatures and gusty winds forecast heading into the weekend, with Very High fire danger anticipated in areas where vegetation has not fully greened up.

Wisconsin's fire season is currently at its annual peak, as pine trees in areas with sandy soils are extremely vulnerable to "crown fires," wherein flames move from the ground to the tree tops and spread with intensity. Recent rains have not minimized wildfire concerns, as grasses, pine needles and leaf litter can dry out in just a few days between precipitation events, creating hazardous conditions.

As elevated fire risks persist, the DNR will continue to suspend all DNR-issued burn permits for debris piles and broadcast burning until widespread rain occurs. The DNR has responded to nearly 500 wildfires thus far in 2026, with 45% of those caused by debris burning.

Embers from any recent fires, especially burn piles and campfires, can easily get out of control and cause a wildfire if not properly extinguished. Please avoid all burning in areas of concern, including warming or cooking fires, until conditions improve.

Outdoor enthusiasts should also be extra careful with off-road vehicles or equipment that can create a spark and start a fire. With dry weather conditions across much of the state, fires can spark at any time.
Follow these simple tips to prevent wildfires from getting out of control:

– Avoid outdoor burning, including campfires, until conditions improve.
– Operate equipment (chainsaws, off-road vehicles, lawnmowers, etc.) early in the morning or late in the day to avoid sparks at peak burn hours.
– Secure dragging trailer chains.
– Report fires early and call 911.

Check current fire danger, wildfire reports and burning restrictions on our website at https://apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn/ #/

05/04/2026

Today is National Firefighters Day! Thank your local volunteer firefighters! ❤️🤍💙

04/19/2026

Community Pride

❤️ Long Lake… you’re something special

We’re proud to serve this community every single day

Take care of each other—and we’ll be here when you need us

🚒 Always ready