Waterloo Wisconsin Fire Rescue Department

09/01/2026

Fifth Monday Fire & EMS Training

Last night Waterloo Fire & Rescue crews conducted wide‑area search and rescue training. To make the scenario as realistic as possible, a volunteer was positioned in the woods near the Garman Trailhead. Crews were dispatched, gathered information, and carried out a coordinated search of the area.

We were glad to have our neighbors from the Marshall Fire Department join us for this training. Their partnership and teamwork added tremendous value to the exercise.

Crews utilized every tool available, including UTVs, drones, and good old‑fashioned boots on the ground. Training like this ensures we are ready to respond when our community needs us.

08/31/2026

We will be conducting a training event at the Garman trailhead this evening. Please avoid the area if possible

08/31/2026

Great article in this months Wisconsin Fire Journal highlighting our EMS history.

08/23/2026

Waterloo crew is staffing the first aid station at the Dodge County Fair. Stop by and say hello

08/18/2026

Third Monday Fire Training

During last night’s third‑Monday fire training, crews focused on vehicle extrication, sharpening the skills needed to safely and efficiently remove patients from damaged vehicles.

Several stations were set up to simulate real‑world accident scenarios responders may encounter in the field. Firefighters practiced stabilizing vehicles using the tools available to us, ensuring each scenario was secure before beginning patient-access operations.

Crews then worked through the process of cutting and opening vehicles to create safe access points for victim removal. The hands‑on stations allowed firefighters to refine tool techniques, improve coordination, and reinforce the importance of controlled extrication work.

Training like this ensures our team remains prepared to respond confidently and effectively when seconds matter.

08/11/2026

Come on down to fireman’s park for Fill the Squad. Great family event

08/11/2026

Second Monday EMS Training Recap

Last night’s EMS training focused on Stop the Bleed protocols and strengthening rapid hemorrhage‑control skills. Crews reviewed the full range of tools available in the field, including tourniquets, hemostatic dressings, pressure bandages, and wound‑packing materials. We discussed when each option is most effective and reinforced the importance of early, decisive intervention during bleeding emergencies.

Teams worked through several realistic scenarios, applying different techniques and choosing the most appropriate tools based on patient presentation.

We also spent time reviewing the locations of all bleeding‑control equipment on the ambulance, ensuring every crew member can quickly access what they need during time‑critical calls.

08/10/2026

08/04/2026

A huge thank you to Marshall Fire for inviting our crew to train alongside them tonight! 🚒🚒Joint training sessions like this are invaluable. They keep our skills sharp and ensure seamless teamwork when answering the call together. 🤝We truly appreciate the hospitality, shared knowledge, and great camaraderie.

08/01/2026

Don’t forget to stop at the Dodge County Humane Society’s Paws and Protectors event. Waterloo engine 68 along with other Dodge County departments are on scene