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The Bellevue Fire Department consists of up to forty volunteer members and does much more than just fighting fires; we have evolved into providing our community with up-to-date rescue applications that include auto, agricultural, and river rescues.
The department's members are highly motivated and are encouraged to take the time to advance themselves in the areas of firefighting and EMS applications. Many members are Firefighter I and Firefighter II certified, as well as having specific rescue certifications. Additionally, some members hold an EMS certification at the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic level. The above certifications require members to attend countless hours of classroom instruction, as well as participate in hands-on instruction. Members are also encouraged to attend various Fire and EMS schools throughout the year that are paid for by the department, but require the member to "volunteer" his/her time to attend.
In addition to Fire and EMS certifications and classes, members are required to attend each monthly business meeting held on the 2nd Monday of the month and also attend the monthly drill night held on the 4th Monday of the month. Members are also encouraged to attend Rescue Squad Drill night, usually held the 1st Monday of the month, and also attend monthly work detail nights.
Since our organization is 100% volunteer, and receives minimal funding through taxation, our members are once again called upon to help with the departments fundraisers held each year. These fundraisers allow the department to purchase new and modern equipment, which wouldn't otherwise be possible. Lastly, members are called upon to help with community and civic events which include the 4th of July Heritage Days Celebration, The Christmas Parade, and any other special civic event that comes to Bellevue.
All members are required to carry pagers, which alert when the Fire Department is needed. Members are expected to respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week if they are able.
Operation E.D.I.T.H.
Captain/ Training Officer Christopher Smith, October 08
Operation E.D.I.T.H. Exit Drill In The Home Sunday October 13, 2024 6:00 P.M.
On Sunday October 13th at 6:00 the town fire siren will sound. Families are asked to exit their home following the pre-plan that they have discussed with their families and meet at their special meeting place. Fire Trucks will be driving by counting participants and handing out Fire Prevention Material. Please wait for ... (Full Story)
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Breakfast Fundraiser Results
Captain/ Training Officer Christopher Smith, October 06
The Breakfast Fundraiser was a successful event. 733 people were served a breakfast of sausage, eggs, pancakes, hash browns and biscuits & gravy. Thanks for everyone's support!
Winners from the Breakfast Raffle are as follows: Bellevue State Bank $50- Willly Kemp Fidelity Bank $50--Frank Yaklin Figurine & BFD Gear- Dustin Ernst Fire Extinguisher & Detector-- Brayden Desotel Till's Garage Oil ... (Full Story & Photos)
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