March 4, 2026

Yearly Fire Calls Decrease

The Napoleon Rural Fire Department recently held their annual meeting Monday, February 9.

An incident report was shared and in 2025 the department had a decrease of a few calls compared to the previous two years. The 2025 wrapped up with a total of 22 calls, which is a decrease of two from 2024 and a decrease of four compared to calls in 2023.

Last year the three leading types consisting of off-road vehicle or heavy equipment fire, grass fire and medical assist (assist EMS crew). A chart with a breakout of all the calls is  included to the right.

According to a report from Board Chairman Steve Fettig, discussion was held on getting bids for a new F550 pickup with a dual purpose firefighting unit for grass fires and quick response to structure fires with a larger tank to carry more water.

Election of Directors included: ...


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