Nebraska State Volunteer Firefighters Association

Nebraska State Volunteer Firefighters Association NSVFA’s goal is to provide a unified voice for the fire and rescue services across the state.

06/03/2026
06/02/2026

Applications for the Nebraska Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Grant Program are now open!

This cost-share program helps Nebraska volunteer fire departments in communities of less than 10,000 people acquire equipment, prevention materials and training needed to fight wildland fires. Grants provide reimbursement of up to 50% of eligible project costs. That includes two-way radios, protective clothing, breathing apparatus, and/or firefighting equipment.

Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your department's wildland fire response capabilities. The deadline to apply is by 10 PM CDT on July 16th.

Learn more and apply: go.unl.edu/vfa

🚒 The Latest Issue of The Nebraska Firefighter Is Now Available!The newest edition of The Nebraska Firefighter magazine ...
06/01/2026

🚒 The Latest Issue of The Nebraska Firefighter Is Now Available!

The newest edition of The Nebraska Firefighter magazine is now live on the NSVFA website! Be sure to check it out for updates, department highlights, association news, and stories from across Nebraska’s fire service.

📖 Read the latest issue here:
👉 https://www.nsvfa.org/nebraska-firefighter

🚨 SAVE THE DATE 🚨The 2026 NSVFA Annual Conference is headed to Dakota City, Nebraska, October 15–17, 2026!Hosted by the ...
05/26/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE 🚨

The 2026 NSVFA Annual Conference is headed to Dakota City, Nebraska, October 15–17, 2026!

Hosted by the Dakota City Fire Department, this year’s conference will bring together volunteer firefighters from across the state for training, networking, and recognition.

📅 October 15–17, 2026
📍 Dakota City, Nebraska

More details and registration information coming soon. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please note that our office is closed in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th. Happy Memorial...
05/25/2026

Please note that our office is closed in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th. Happy Memorial Day!

NSVFA Fire School starts tomorrow! Will you be joining us? It’s not too late to attend—you can still register onsite (lo...
05/14/2026

NSVFA Fire School starts tomorrow! Will you be joining us?

It’s not too late to attend—you can still register onsite (located in the Pinnacle Bank Expo Center) beginning at 7:00 AM on Friday, May 15th. Walk-in registration will be available for classes on a space-available basis.

We look forward to seeing you there for a great weekend of training, networking, and learning.
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The following classes still have availability on a first-come, first-served basis:
🧯 601: Building Construction, Tactics and Fireground Operations
🧯 602: Legal Smorgasbord (Saturday Only)
🧯 603: Fire Prevention: Building Stronger, Safer Nebraska Communities
🔥 605: Wildfire Leadership (1 space available)
🔥 606: Farm Emergencies and Extrications Practices (2 spaces available)
🧯 607: Introduction to Firefighting
🧯 608: Advanced SCBA
🔥 609: Basic Vehicle Extrication (2 spaces available)
🧯 610: Confined Space Rescue
🧯 611: Advanced Rope Rescue
🔥 612: Fireground Operations (3 spaces available)
🔥 613: Forcible Entry Techniques (10 spaces available)
🧯 615: Nebraska Fire Happenings
🔥 616: Fire Investigations (3 spaces available)
🧯 617: CSI – Nebraska
🧯 619: Grain Engulfment Training
🔥 621: Incident Leadership & Decision Making (1 space available)
🧯 622: Live Flashover Training & Mobile Live Burn Simulator
🔥 623: Union Pacific RR Preparing and Responding to Hazmat Incidents (7 spaces available)
🧯 624: Electric Vehicle (EV) Fire Training – Best Practices in the EV Era
🧯 628: Culture in the Firehouse
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The following classes will require a health safety check the day of Fire School, prior to class starting:
606: Farm Emergencies and Extrication Practices
607: Intro to Firefighting
608: Advanced SCBA
609: Basic Vehicle Extrication
610: Confined Space Rescue
611: Advanced Rope Rescue Techniques
612: Fireground Operations
613: Forcible Entry Techniques
614: Rural Water Supply
616: Fire Investigations
619: Grain Engulfment Training
622: Live Flashover Training & Mobile Live Burn Simulator
623: Union Pacific RR Preparing and Responding to Hazmat Incidents
624: Every Vehicle (EV) Fire Training - Best Practices in the EV Era
626: Machinery and You (Man vs. Machine)
627: Grand Island Fire Search Academy: LIVE FIRE
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⚠️Participants should arrive between 7:00–11:00 AM to complete the required health safety check. Classes begin at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 15.

⚠️ Important SCBA Requirement:
Individuals with beards, sideburns, or hairstyles that interfere with the proper seal of a breathing apparatus face piece will not be allowed to participate in classes requiring SCBA use. Protective hoods worn over beards are not approved.

📜 Class Certification:
Certain classes require mandatory hours of attendance. Students should make every effort to attend the full 12 hours of instruction. Unless otherwise indicated, students must attend at least 9 hours to receive a letter of certification, which will be mailed to the student’s fire department. Attendance is recorded daily.

🚒 2026 Nebraska State Fire School — One Week Away!Fire School is just one week away, and we can’t wait to welcome you fo...
05/08/2026

🚒 2026 Nebraska State Fire School — One Week Away!

Fire School is just one week away, and we can’t wait to welcome you for an action‑packed weekend of training, networking, and hands‑on learning! Get ready for a wide variety of classes, time with vendors, and many other exciting opportunities.

While pre‑registration has closed, on‑site registration and class changes will be available beginning Friday, May 15 at 7:00 AM. We’re looking forward to seeing you and making the 2026 Nebraska State Fire School an unforgettable experience!

🔥 Classes Still Available
The following classes still have availability and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis:

🧯 601: Building Construction, Tactics and Fireground Operations
🧯 602: Legal Smorgasbord (Saturday Only)
🧯 603: Fire Prevention: Building Stronger, Safer Nebraska Communities
🔥 605: Wildfire Leadership (1 space available)
🔥 606: Farm Emergencies and Extrications Practices (1 space available)
🧯 607: Introduction to Firefighting
🧯 608: Advanced SCBA
🔥 609: Basic Vehicle Extrication (2 spaces available)
🧯 610: Confined Space Rescue
🧯 611: Advanced Rope Rescue
🔥 612: Fireground Operations (2 spaces available)
🧯 613: Forcible Entry Techniques (10 spaces available)
🧯 615: Nebraska Fire Happenings
🔥 616: Fire Investigations (3 spaces available)
🧯 617: CSI – Nebraska
🧯 619: Grain Engulfment Training
🧯 622: Live Flashover Training & Mobile Live Burn Simulator
🧯 623: Union Pacific RR Preparing and Responding to Hazmat Incidents
🧯 624: Electric Vehicle (EV) Fire Training – Best Practices in the EV Era
🧯 628: Culture in the Firehouse

⚕️ Health & Safety Check Required:
The following classes require a health safety check the day of Fire School prior to class starting:

606: Farm Emergencies and Extrication Practices
607: Intro to Firefighting
608: Advanced SCBA
609: Basic Vehicle Extrication
610: Confined Space Rescue
611: Advanced Rope Rescue Techniques
612: Fireground Operations
613: Forcible Entry Techniques
614: Rural Water Supply
616: Fire Investigations
619: Grain Engulfment Training
622: Live Flashover Training & Mobile Live Burn Simulator
623: Union Pacific RR Preparing and Responding to Hazmat Incidents
624: Electric Vehicle (EV) Fire Training – Best Practices in the EV Era
626: Machinery and You (Man vs. Machine)
627: Grand Island Fire Search Academy: LIVE FIRE

Participants should arrive between 7:00–11:00 AM to complete the required health safety check. Classes begin at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 15.

⚠️ Important SCBA Requirement:
Individuals with beards, sideburns, or hairstyles that interfere with the proper seal of a breathing apparatus face piece will not be allowed to participate in classes requiring SCBA use. Protective hoods worn over beards are not approved.

📜 Class Certification:
Certain classes require mandatory hours of attendance. Students should make every effort to attend the full 12 hours of instruction. Unless otherwise indicated, students must attend at least 9 hours to receive a letter of certification, which will be mailed to the student’s fire department. Attendance is recorded daily.

Address

521 First Street
Milford, NE
68405

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14027612211

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