The lone fire station for Hauser Volunteer Fire Department in North Bend, Oregon, looks to be a total loss due to a fire that started early Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, kcby.com reported.

The fire destroyed the station and apparatus, according to a North Bend Fire Department Facebook post.

At approximately 1 a.m., multiple fire departments responded to reports of the Hauser Fire Station being fully involved in flames. Despite challenging conditions due to the building’s construction, crews worked diligently to gain access and extinguish the fire, the North Bend Facebook post said.

No one was at the station at the time of the incident. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

“Units arrived to find the station and apparatus inside the station fully involved in fire,” according to a North Bay Fire District Facebook post. “Gaining access to the interior was difficult as the building is metal, however, North Bend Fire was able to cut the apparatus bay doors and crews were able to squelch the fire. Coos Bay Fire was requested for personnel and Charleston Fire provided a water tender for additional water.”

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Ashland’s Ambulance Service has rolled out a new 2025 ambulance, according to WAGM. The new vehicle replaces a 22-year-old 2003 model and brings a number of modern features aimed at improving safety, comfort and efficiency.

The $431,000 ambulance was fully funded through a Congressional Directed Spending grant so it will not cost taxpayers in the ambulance’s 2500-square-mile service area any additional money.

Director Tara Peterson told WWAGM the the new ambulance includes a touchscreen control system, liquid suspension for smoother rides on rough North Maine Woods terrain, and four-wheel drive for better access in remote or winter conditions. It’s also equipped with a power-load stretcher system to reduce strain and the risk of back injuries among EMS personnel.

Visit WAGM for more.

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The Toney (AL) Volunteer Fire & Rescue announced the purchase of 3.52 acres of land from Logan Farms, located on the north side of Toney Road, west of Old Railroad Bed Road, according to a press release. The department plans to build a new Station 1 on the property, with long-term goals of also incorporating a community storm shelter to enhance public safety.

This land acquisition marks a major step forward for the department as it continues to meet the growing demands of the Toney community and surrounding areas. Madison County is one of the fastest growing counties in Alabama, and this growth directly impacts the demand on facilities and equipment. Like many volunteer fire departments across North Alabama, TVFR is navigating significant growth, and the addition of a new station will greatly improve the department’s ability to respond more effectively to emergencies.

“On behalf of the men and women of the Toney Volunteer Fire & Rescue, I want to say a heartfelt thank you to the Logan family for their unwavering support for our vision for the future,” said Chief Heath Jones. “Their generosity and commitment to our community is deeply appreciated.”

TVFR leadership is committed to moving forward diligently and responsibly with the design and construction of the new firehouse. More information about the project timeline and community engagement opportunities will be shared as plans progress.

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Voters in Derby (CT) are being asked to approve $5 million in borrowing for capital improvement projects to replace fire service apparatus, a report by valley.newhavenindependent.org said. 

Here are the fire service items scheduled to go to voters on Election Day (Nov. 4, 2025).

• $3 million for two Derby Fire Department pumpers
• $1.5 million for a rescue truck for the Storm Engine Co.
• $550,000 to replace the public safety radio system

“The Derby Fire Department and the Storm Ambulance Corp can really use the voters’ support come Election Day to get this referendum passed,” the Derby Fire Department said in a Facebook post. “We are in dire need of new apparatus and to replace our outdated radio system.

“If you watch the first episode from the Valley Indy the finance director said this will not raise taxes.”

The Valley Indy conducted a livestream interview (video above) Sept. 15 with Derby Fire Commissioner Gary Parker, Derby Fire Chief Thomas Biggs, and Storm Ambulance & Rescue Chief Thomas Lenart Sr. to talk about the purchases connected to Derby emergency services.

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