Moose Pass Volunteer Fire Company

04/13/2026

Two of our EMT-1 students went over to attend a training night with CLES. They covered a variety of skills while refreshing their knowlage before they test out this month.

04/09/2026

While much of Alaska still has snow on the ground, conditions are changing quickly. Along the southern coastline, snow is melting fast and exposing dry grasses and vegetation. These fuels can dry o…

04/01/2026

Mark Beals with the Lowell Point Volunteer Fire Department and Lt. Jack Fair with the Moose Pass VFD attended a two-day course this past weekend in Fairbanks.

Day one was The Art of Reading Smoke, and day two was Tactical Decision-Making on the Fire Ground, taught by Chief Phil Jose.

Thanks to the Tanana Valley Firefighters Association for putting this on; it was great training!

03/09/2026

⏰ National Safety Day Reminder from our Safety Officer & Spruce Moose:

This weekend we spring forward one hour for Daylight Saving Time. 🕑

When you change your clocks, take a minute to check your smoke alarms and change the batteries if needed.

It’s a quick step that helps keep your home and family safe.

02/25/2026

This past weekend we joined Cooper Landing Emergency Services and Alaska Search and Rescue Dogs - ASARD for a training involving a complex ICS from an Avalanche SAR.

While also learning and working with the K9s from ASARD. We had a wonderful time and hope to do this again!

02/07/2026

01/21/2026

This past Sunday the 2026 Moose Pass Fire Department Awards banquet honored outstanding service and achievements.

Awards included: Outstanding Volunteer of the Year to Pam and Linda for their work on seven fundraisers and auxiliary support; recognition for Mark Beuls and
Ace Worley's service and Fire Dept Board Members' dedication.

Wendy Brewi was promoted to Firefighter after completing probation and is pursuing EMT-1 training.

Jamin joined as a probationary firefighter comming from Soldatna and is in EMT-1 training.

Rachel Sullivan was thanked for her service to Moose Pass VFD and Cooper Landing VFD, having completed FFT1, FFT2, EMT-2, and Fire Instructor training.

Jack Fair was awarded Firefighter of the Year and promoted to Lieutenant.

Phill and Judy Ingersoll were recognized for their dedication to the department, the dedication to the volunteers and the people of Moose Pass.

01/13/2026

URGENT: Inspect Your Heating Oil Tank

As Southeast Alaska shifts from heavy snow to rain and warmer temperatures, the risk of home heating oil spills increases significantly. DEC responders are currently in the field in Juneau investigating an active fuel spill—and we need your help to prevent more.

Even though snowfall has paused, thawing conditions and rain create two major risks for home heating oil systems:

❄️ Roof Sheds
Snow and ice can suddenly slide off roofs with extreme force, damaging tanks or shearing off fuel lines.

⚠️ Added Weight & Movement
Rain-soaked snow is much heavier than dry snow. That added weight can stress tanks, crack fuel filters, or cause fuel lines to fail.

What You Should Do Today

🧤 Clear with Care
Before shoveling or moving heavy slush, locate fuel lines to avoid damaging them. Keep tanks and piping away from high-traffic areas or snow storage zones.

🌬️ Check Your Vent
Ensure your tank vent is clear of snow, ice, or debris.

⛽ Monitor Fuel Use
A sudden, unexplained increase in fuel consumption can be an early sign of a leak.

How to Spot a Spill

Watch for an oily “rainbow” sheen on puddles, water, or snow. You may also notice a strong diesel or heating oil odor near the tank, inside your home, or in crawlspaces.

Report Suspected Spills Immediately

📞 DEC Response Line: 1-800-478-9300
💻 Online: https://ReportSpills.alaska.gov

More Home Heating Oil Tank guidance: https://dec.alaska.gov/spar/ppr/prevention-preparedness/hho-tanks/

01/13/2026

In the wake of the tragic fire at a nightclub in Switzerland on New Year's Day, many are asking what a flashover fire is.

Flashover is the sudden, simultaneous ignition of everything in a room, and investigators say this is very likely what occurred in the Swiss blaze that left 40 people dead and more than 100 others injured.

Learn more about the incident and which NFPA codes and standards help to protect assembly occupancies such as nightclubs in our latest blog: https://nfpa.social/3LyoQYA