Flagstaff Regional Emergency Services

10/19/2026

The tragic events at CFB Wainwright are a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly an emergency can unfold, and the dangers faced by those involved. On behalf of Flagstaff Regional Emergency Services Society, we want to extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of those who lost their lives. Our thoughts are also with everyone who was injured or affected by this tragedy.

We also want to recognize the tremendous efforts of the firefighters, emergency medical personnel, military members, health care providers and all first responders who worked under extremely difficult and dangerous conditions. As a neighboring regional emergency service, we were prepared to provide assistance and resources should the need have arisen. While our assistance was not required, our thoughts remained with those responding and the challenges they faced.

Tragedies like this remind us of the importance of cooperation and mutual support within the emergency services community. They also highlight the courage, dedication, and professionalism of those who step forward to help others, often putting their own safety at risk. Their efforts deserve our sincere appreciation and respect.

Fire Chief Derek Homme
Deputy Chief Kevin Lunty
On behalf of all firefighters for FRESS

09/29/2026

🔥 Come meet your local firefighters!

The FRESS Lougheed Station is opening its doors on Thursday, October 8 from 6–8 p.m. Stop by for free hot dogs and donuts, tour the fire hall and trucks, and meet the crew! 🚒

Everyone is welcome!

The Lougheed Fire Department will be hosting an Open House at the fire hall on Thursday October 8th, from 6 - 8 pm.

Come join us for free hot dogs and donuts, meet your firefighters, and take a tour of the hall and our fire trucks!

All are welcome! We hope to see you there!

09/26/2026

🔥 We’ll soon be firing up the grill!

The Annual Killam Firefighters’ Breakfast is just over a week away, and this year it’s back to Sunday!

📅 Sunday, October 4
⏰ 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
📍 FRESS Killam Station

Come hungry for pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and French toast, served up by the Killam Volunteer Firefighters Society. 🥞🍳

Bring the family and join us at the station for a HOT Sunday breakfast! 🔥

🔥 You’re Invited! Annual Killam Firefighters’ Breakfast

The Killam Volunteer Firefighters Society invites you to join them for their annual breakfast at the FRESS Killam Station. And this year, we’re back to Sunday!

Come hungry and enjoy pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and French toast, all while supporting your local firefighters and enjoying a favourite community tradition.

📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
⏰ 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
📍 FRESS Killam Station

🥞 Adults & teens: $10
🥞 Youth (ages 4–12): $5
🥞 Kids 3 & under: Free

🔥 You’re invited! Bring your family, bring your appetite and start your Sunday with a HOT breakfast at the fire hall!

09/17/2026

Flagstaff Regional Emergency Services extends our deepest condolences to the Newman family, the Bashaw Volunteer Firefighters, and all who knew and served alongside firefighter Dayce Newman.

Our thoughts are with you during this incredibly difficult time. ❤️

With a heavy heart we send our thoughts and prayers out to the Newman family on the tragic motor vehicle accident yesterday that took Dayce and his Son from thier loving family.
Dayce will be truly missed by his fellow teammates at the department and we send our heartfelt condolences to all that knew him.

09/03/2026

Our firefighters are there for our communities when they’re needed most, and looking after their own mental health matters too. ❤️‍🩹🚒

FRESS members are encouraged to take part in this upcoming Empowering Minds with Ian Hill evening focused on mental health, connection and supporting ourselves and one another.

📅 September 23 | Forestburg Community Hall
See the shared post below for details and registration.

First Responders are there when people need them most. But the experiences they carry can take a toll long after the call is over.

Join us for Empowering Minds with Ian Hill, an evening focused on mental health, connection, and learning how we can better support ourselves, our families, our coworkers, and our community.

Wednesday, September 23
6:00–8:00 PM
Forestburg Community Hall
Supper provided
Free and open to the public

Registration is required. Reserve your spot here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/empowering-minds-with-ian-hill-2

Come for the conversation. Leave with tools, perspective, and a reminder that no one has to face their struggles alone.

09/03/2026

Great work by our local fire crews! 🚒🌾

Specialized grain bin entrapment training like this helps ensure responders are prepared for emergencies unique to our rural and agricultural communities. Thank you to everyone who took part!

08/14/2026

🚒 Ever wanted to own a fire truck? Here’s your chance!

Flagstaff Regional Emergency Services Society (FRESS) has listed three fire vehicles for sale through GovDeals.com.

The online auction is open to everyone. To view the vehicles, auction details and bidding information, visit:

🔗 https://www.govdeals.com/en/flagstaffressab

Interested bidders who are not already registered with GovDeals will need to create an account before participating. Visit GovDeals.ca, select Register and complete the required information. When registering, providing a physical address is recommended.

Please share with anyone who may be interested!

07/15/2026

🚒 Last Day to Bid

Today is the final day to submit bids on FRESS surplus equipment through GovDeals.com.

Available equipment includes trucks, tankers, and fire/rescue units. Interested bidders are encouraged to review all details, photos, bidding requirements, and submission instructions before placing a bid.

🔗 View the listings here:
https://www.govdeals.com/en/search?kWord=flagstaff%20regional

⏰ Bids close today, July 15, 2026, at 2 p.m.

Do not miss your chance to get your bids in!

06/30/2026

🚒 Surplus Equipment Auction

Flagstaff Regional Emergency Services Society is inviting interested parties to submit bids on surplus equipment through GovDeals.com.

Available equipment includes several trucks, tankers, and fire/rescue units. Full details, photos, bidding requirements, and submission instructions are available online.

🔗 View the surplus equipment here:
https://www.govdeals.com/en/search?kWord=flagstaff%20regional

Bids will be accepted until July 15, 2026 at 2 p.m.

Anyone interested in bidding is encouraged to review all information carefully before submitting a bid. Viewing is available by appointment through GovDeals.com by using the “Ask a question” option in the bid package.

06/23/2026

In case you missed it: A recent front-page story in The Community Press shared the remarkable rescue of a young farmhand trapped in a canola bin near Lougheed.

The story is a powerful reminder of why training, teamwork and specialized rescue equipment matter. Firefighters from the Hardisty and Killam stations responded, along with EMS and Killam/Viking RCMP, to help bring the young man to safety.

We are grateful this incident had a safe outcome, and proud of the firefighters who put their training into action when it mattered most.

Thank you to everyone involved in the response, and to those who shared this story as an important reminder about grain safety.

Hardisty Fire Rescue FRESS Killam Station