Wilber Fire & Rescue

03/28/2026

🔥🚫 The Burn Ban Has Been Extended through April 10th, 2026 🚫🔥

The Governor has extended the Open Burn Ban for two more weeks. The new termination date is 11:59 PM on April 10th.

Absolutely NO burning of any kind is allowed until advised.

03/21/2026

Let’s keep property and lives safe during this terribly dry season. 
🚩 A Red Flag Warning is in place due to strong winds and low relative humidity in our area, creating critical fire weather conditions. This warning remains effective until 4 AM CDT Sunday. The burn ban remains in place.

03/13/2026

Burn ban notice effective immediately.
From Governor Pillen:
Due to the increased threat of wildfires as a result of the dry and windy conditions across the state, I have issued a statewide burn ban — effective immediately — to help reduce the potential for additional wildfires in Nebraska.

My executive order prohibits burning and will remain in effect until 11:59 p.m. on March 27.

03/06/2026

With the possibility of severe weather in our area this afternoon, here is a reminder of the difference between a Tornado Siren and a Fire Siren.

🌪️ 𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐧: 🌪️
A long steady siren in one tone. This is heard when a tornado, funnel cloud, or radar-indicated rotation is detected, signaling imminent danger. Seek shelter in a basement or an interior room with no windows.

🔥 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐧:🔥
An alternating high/low tone. This is an alert for first responders in regard to a fire call.

Have a plan in place for you and your loved ones. Your safety is important.

02/19/2026

(2/19)The current road conditions in our area are very poor especially traveling north & south. The limited visibility and blowing snow is making travel difficult. If you are able to stay off the roads, please do so. If not, use caution and go very slowly.

Watch for emergency vehicles along the side of the road & please help to keep us all safe by being aware of your surroundings.
Thank you!!!

02/04/2026

02/03/2026

2026 Wilber Fire & Rescue Officers

Chief - Craig Vyhnalek
1st Asst. Chief - Scott Havel
2nd Asst. Chief - Lucas Havel
Fire Captain - Loren Coffey
Fire Captain - Will Togstad
Rescue Captain - Derek Filipi
Rescue Captain - Kaleb Kotas

President - Tyler Havel
Vice President - Justin Nickel
Secretary - Zach Vyhnalek
Treasurer - Patrick Meister

02/03/2026

Help us congratulate Scott Havel on being the first member of Wilber Fire & Rescue to achieve 50 years of service. Thank you for your continued years of dedication, service, and leadership.

02/01/2026

Thank you Culligan Water of Crete for donating a pallet of water to our department! We appreciate the generosity and support!

01/04/2026

Congratulations to Coltin Rezabek for 5 years of service with Wilber Fire & Rescue.

11/24/2025

The City of Wilber will receive sealed, written bids for the sale of 1969 Ford F-600, 65' Aerial fire Truck.

This truck is the 4th ladder truck manufactured by Smeal Manufacturing.

Sealed bids must be received by 4:00 PM on Friday December 5, 2025 at the Wilber City Office, 110 West 3rd Street, Wilber NE. Bids are to be clearly marked "Fire Truck Bid."

Bids will be opened at the regular City Council Meeting on Tuesday December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Current Actual Mileage is 10,497

Any questions please feel free to contact Chief Craig Vyhnalek, 402•826•9135

11/04/2025

Justin Nickel received a certificate of recognition for his 5 years of service with Wilber Fire & Rescue. Congratulations Justin!