Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department, 9589 W. Clawson Drive, Minocqua, WI (2026)

08/27/2026

Today, the Town of Minocqua, Minocqua Area Visitors Bureau, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, and the Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department celebrated the completion and dedication of our new electronic Smokey Bear Sign. Smokey Bear has been educating the country on wildland fire danger for 82 years. Smokey signs are a great tool to educate residents and visitors about the current wildland fire conditions in their immediate area.

The Minocqua Fire Department and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources worked collaboratively on a federally funded project to place the first electronic Smokey Sign in the State of Wisconsin, in Minocqua.

Located on Highway 51 in front of the Minocqua Fire Department, Smokey alerts passersby to the current wildfire danger.

The Town of Minocqua and the Minocqua Fire Department are grateful to the Wisconsin DNR for this project and wish to thank everyone who came out today to celebrate with a ribbon cutting.

A special thank you to Dan's Minocqua Fudge for creating a Smokey-inspired ice cream flavor for our ribbon cutting! This S'mores ice cream is one that any Northwoods bear would love. Marshmallow, chocolate chips, Teddy Grahams, and even a hint of honey!

08/27/2026

Minocqua Fire & Rescue is proud to be one of the first stops on this year's Rewarding Responders Grant tour, and we want to say a sincere thank you to Wisconsin Public Service and the Wisconsin Public Service Foundation for choosing our department.

This week, representatives from the Wisconsin Public Service Foundation visited our station to unveil new medical supplies added to our mass incident emergency response kit. This equipment strengthens our ability to respond quickly and effectively during large scale or multiple casualty incidents, exactly the kind of calls where having the right gear on hand from the first minute matters most.

Support like this doesn't just upgrade a piece of equipment sitting on a shelf. It gives every firefighter and responder on our team more capability and more confidence walking into the hardest calls we face, and it's a direct investment in the safety of this community.

We're grateful to Matt Cullen, Leah Van Zile, and the entire Wisconsin Public Service Foundation team for taking the time to visit us and for their continued commitment to the public safety agencies who serve Wisconsin communities every day.
Thank you, Wisconsin Public Service Foundation, for investing in the safety of Minocqua and the communities we serve!

For the full release notes, please visit: https://news.wisconsinpublicservice.com/wps-foundation-awards-75000-to-improve-public-safety-through-rewarding-responders-grant/?fbclid=IwY2xjawT7_LxwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWVheGZPdDhiT2RFalhFSHhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEelAjtWVXv8VkuC22-kfQad_FLT0_T-rJ9s1xW2w8h434BSC_8ZLgU7rV35po_aem_GDJJCGzlZ2v1_Y_Sfc1oig

08/26/2026

On Wednesday, August 26, at approximately 1:51 a.m., Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department was dispatched to 10486 State Highway 70, the site of Sheri's Pub N Grub, for a reported structure fire.

First arriving crews found the building fully involved. Conditions were further complicated by a ruptured gas line, which made suppression extremely difficult until Wisconsin Public Service arrived on scene to secure the gas and electric utilities to the structure. Unfortunately, many residents in the surrounding area experienced significant outages. While inconvenient and frustrating to those impacted, securing these utilities reduced the potential for harm to our firefighters, police, and community partners.

To sustain firefighting operations, crews established two separate water supplies: one municipal source through a fire hydrant, and one by drafting from a nearby water source. Water was then delivered to the fire ground through tender shuttle operations.

Firefighters worked for more than five hours, using a combination of hand lines, portable master streams, and an aerial apparatus from Woodruff Fire Department to fully extinguish the fire.

Fires of this size and duration are never handled by one department alone. They take mutual aid, trust, and hours of hard work from crews across the region. We are sincerely grateful to every department and agency that stood alongside us throughout these early hours today:

Hazelhurst Fire Department
Woodruff Fire Department
Lac du Flambeau Fire and Ambulance
Lake Tomahawk Fire Department
St. Germain Fire & Rescue
Boulder Jct Fire Department
Little Rice Fire Department
Newbold Fire Department
Pine Lake Fire Rescue
Sugar Camp Fire Department
Cassian Volunteer Fire Department
Nokomis Volunteer Fire Department

When Minocqua Fire and Rescue requested a 2nd-alarm response through MABAS (Mutual Aid Box Alarm System), departments from as far away as 55 minutes out arrived without hesitation, despite the early call, to help their neighbors. That is what it means to be a volunteer firefighter in our community.

We also want to recognize Wisconsin Public Service for their quick response in securing utilities at the scene, along with Oneida County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin, Oneida County EMS, Minocqua Police Department, as well as dispatchers from Minocqua and Oneida County for their support throughout the incident.

Thank you to those who answered the call today and every day, and thank you to the community that supports us.

What a privilege it is to be able to serve.

08/11/2026

On Monday, August 10, at approximately 4:45 p.m., Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department was dispatched to Spies Court, off Kobart Road in Minocqua, for a reported house fire.

While en route, crews observed a significant column of smoke and immediately requested mutual aid from Woodruff Fire Department, Lac du Flambeau Fire and Ambulance, and Hazelhurst Fire Department.

Upon arrival, Minocqua firefighters encountered a heavily involved structure fire and immediately deployed the engine’s master stream, commonly known as a “deck gun,” to aggressively knock down the active fire. Significant fire was also burning around the residence, prompting activation of a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources wildland fire response.

Multiple attack lines were deployed from Minocqua and Woodruff engines as crews worked to bring the fire under control. The fire spread to a nearby garage/shed and surrounding areas, but through the coordinated efforts of firefighters on scene, crews were able to prevent the fire from spreading to neighboring homes.

An incident of this size takes an incredible amount of coordination, resources, and teamwork. We are deeply grateful to the departments that responded alongside us:

Woodruff Fire Department
Lac du Flambeau Fire and Ambulance
Hazelhurst Fire Department
Friends of Fifield Firefighters, Inc.
Arbor Vitae Fire and Rescue
Lake Tomahawk Fire Department
Pike Lake Fire & Rescue
St. Germain Fire & Rescue
Sugar Camp Fire Department
Newbold Fire Department
Little Rice Fire Department
Park Falls Fire and Rescue
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

We also extend a special thank you to Wisconsin Public Service, Minocqua Police Department, Minocqua Dispatch, Oneida County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin, Oneida County EMS,
and Little Rice Fire Department Rehab for their support throughout the incident.

Mutual aid is an essential part of the fire service, especially in our rural communities. We are fortunate to have outstanding neighboring departments and public safety partners who answer the call without hesitation when additional help is needed.

THANK YOU to everyone who responded and worked together to protect our community.

08/05/2026

Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department is helping spread the word about the Minocqua Furniture Store Blood Drive on Wednesday, August 12, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Everyone who attempts to donate will receive a free ticket to the Island City Fall Wine Walk, courtesy of the Downtown Minocqua Island Business Association, while supplies last.

Come support an important cause and secure your spot at one of Minocqua’s favorite fall events!

Appointments can be made by calling 877-232-4376, scanning the QR code on the flyer, or visiting Versiti.org/WI.

08/04/2026

Last night, Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department had the opportunity to train alongside the incredible crew from Aspirus MedEvac during a Landing Zone (LZ) training exercise at Minocqua J1 School District.

Members reviewed how to safely establish and manage a helicopter landing zone, worked through patient loading procedures, and trained directly with the flight paramedics and flight nurses who provide critical care during emergency air transports.

In a rural community like Minocqua, where advanced medical care may be many miles away, time is often the most critical factor. The teamwork and coordination between emergency responders and air medical crews can make a meaningful difference in patient outcomes when every minute counts.

A huge thank you to the Aspirus MedEvac team for sharing your expertise and to MHLT School for allowing us to use the property for this valuable training. We train together so we’re ready when our community needs us most!

07/26/2026

Thinking about giving back to your community?

Stop by tomorrow from 5:00-5:30 PM at Station 1 (9589 W. Clawson Dr., Minocqua) for a casual, no-pressure opportunity to learn about Minocqua Fire & Rescue.

Come meet our members, ask questions, check out the station and equipment, and learn about the many ways you can get involved. From firefighting and traffic accident response to ice and open water rescue, public education, apparatus maintenance, and more, there’s a role for people with all kinds of backgrounds and interests.

Whether you’re simply curious or seriously considering joining, we’d love to have you stop by. Come see firsthand what makes our department so special and learn how you can be part of something that truly makes a difference in our community.

07/23/2026

Just before 3:50 a.m., Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire on Chicago Street in Minocqua.

Crews arrived quickly, secured a water supply, and initiated an aggressive interior fire attack. Thanks to the rapid response and coordinated efforts of all personnel on scene, the fire was brought under control quickly. Crews then began overhaul operations to locate and extinguish any remaining hidden fire.

Minocqua Fire & Rescue was assisted by the Woodruff Fire Department and the Hazelhurst Fire Department. We are incredibly grateful for the trust, teamwork, and camaraderie we share with our neighboring departments. Working together allows us to provide the highest level of service to our communities.

We also extend our sincere thanks to the Minocqua Police Department, Minocqua Dispatch, Woodruff Police Department, Oneida County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin, Oneida County EMS, Wisconsin Public Service, and the Lakeland Sanitary District for their support and assistance throughout the incident.

Every successful response is the result of strong partnerships. We are proud to serve alongside such dedicated professionals.

07/14/2026

Hose testing…

One of the not-so-glamorous but absolutely essential tasks our crew completes each year.

Tonight was a hot one, but our team got the job done while getting repetitions stretching attack and supply lines. Every length of hose is tested, and every evolution is another opportunity to build the speed, efficiency, and teamwork we’ll rely on when someone calls 911.

Our team is made up of people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels, but one thing is consistent: we care deeply about this community and are always ready to answer the call when help is needed.

If you’ve ever thought about giving back, serving your neighbors, or challenging yourself to learn new skills, we’d love to talk with you!!

Volunteer firefighters don’t just respond to emergencies, they become part of a team dedicated to protecting the community we all call home. Reach out to us to learn more about joining Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department!

06/30/2026

Nothing says summer like getting the trucks parade-ready!

Members of Minocqua Fire & Rescue Department, along with their families, came together for our annual truck wash to prepare for the Fourth of July parade. It was a great afternoon of teamwork and community, topped off with custard from Settlers Mill Adventure Golf & Frozen Custard.

We are grateful for the families who support our members and for the strong sense of community that makes our department special. We can’t wait to see everyone at the parade!

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