Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue

06/21/2026

Some people know Brian Ruef as a contractor. Some know him as a lieutenant with Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue. But the title that means the most, is Dad.

For more than a decade, Brian has been serving our community, dating back to the merger that formed our district. Whether he's running his business during the day, covering QRT shifts in the evenings, or responding to calls when help is needed, he always finds a way to show up. His commitment to the department, his fellow firefighters, and the people we serve is something many of us have come to rely on.

But behind all of that is a devoted father who works hard to provide for and support his family. The same qualities that make Brian a dependable leader at the fire station- dedication, patience, and a willingness to help others - are the same qualities he brings home every day.

This Father's Day, we'd like to recognize Brian and all the fathers in our department and community who balance work, family, and service to others. Thank you for everything you do.

Happy Father's Day from Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue.

06/20/2026

Final day of Safety Stand Down! The last topic for this years event is: Strategies for Success. The goal of firefighter fitness is not short-term results – it’s career longevity, health, and the ability to serve with confidence year after year. This day explores practical strategies that allow firefighters to train consistently, adapt to the demands of the job, supports success across an entire fire service career, and sets you up for a fit and pain free retirement.

06/19/2026

Day 6 of Safety Stand Down: Sleep. Sleep is an important component of fitness and affects every part of a firefighter’s wellbeing. This day focuses on the integral role sleep plays in a firefighter’s health and fitness.

06/18/2026

Evaluation is day 5's topic for Safety Stand Down. Medical screenings and fitness evaluations are tools for awareness and informed decision-making, not a pass/fail judgment. This day highlights medical screening and fitness assessment methods that help identify risk, guide training priorities, and support safe, effective participation in the job over time. Keep up the good work! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAS25zHoGd4

Safety Stand Down 2026 takes place June 14-20 with a focus on Firef...

06/18/2026

Join us for Tillamook County's draft Community Wildfire Protection Plan presentation at Station #13 on Tuesday June 30th at 2pm.

06/17/2026

Day 4 of Safety Stand Down is all about: Nutrition! Fueling the body appropriately is essential for performance, recovery, and long-term health. This day addresses practical nutrition strategies that support shift work, cardiovascular health, body composition, and readiness – without unnecessary complexity or extremes.

06/16/2026

Day 3 of Safety Stand Down, keep up the good work! Todays topic: 6 Core Principles to Master Your Technique. How firefighters move matters as much as how strong or fit they are. This day focuses on movement quality, biomechanics, and proper exercise ex*****on to improve efficiency, protect joints, and reduce preventable injuries both on the fireground and in training. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLhckQGXs-k

06/15/2026

Day two of Safety Stand Down: Intentional Training for Firefighters . Effective training is not about doing more, but about doing what matters most. An intentional approach to firefighter fitness aligns goals, intensity, and programming with baseline fitness, experience, and operational demands – ensuring training is deliberate, evidence-informed, and purpose-driven to support performance today and sustainability over an entire fire service career.

06/15/2026

Do you call it a cookout, a grill, or a barbecue? No matter what you call it, safety is the name of the game!

Whether you are searing burgers or smoking ribs, keeping your family and your home safe is the most important part of the meal. Before you fire up, follow the tips below to keep your summer gatherings oops-free:

➡ Keep it outside: Only use your grill outdoors, at least 3 feet away from your home, deck railings, and tree branches.
➡ Safety first: Keep children and pets at least 3 feet away from your grill.
➡ Check for leaks: Before your first use of the year, test your propane hose by applying a light soap and water solution. If you see bubbles, you have a leak.
➡ Safe Disposal: After you are finished grilling, allow the coals to completely cool before disposing of them. Always dispose of used coals in a metal container.

06/14/2026

Todays topic for Safety Stan Down: Foundations of Firefighter Fitness. Firefighting places unique physical demands on the body that cannot be met by general fitness alone. This day focuses on the foundational principles of functional fitness that support performance, reduce injury risk, and promote long-term health – strength, endurance, movement quality, and recovery built for the job, not the gym.