Cedar Bluffs Fire and Rescue Department

09/24/2026

Thank you Governor Pillen for stepping to to help find a remedy to this situation. This doesn't just affect Andrew, but also encompasses a large and growing number of future employees across the State.

09/19/2026

We sure hope that a better outcome comes from this situation. Andrew is a great member of our department and any paid department would be fortunate to have him as an employee!!

As a volunteer for Cedar Bluffs Fire, 22-year-old Andrew Coates hopes to make saving lives a living.

08/20/2026

Let us introduce to you our newest grass fire rig!

This truck is fully controlled from the cab and equipped with front bumper mounted nozzles that will work great for field fires. It is also equipped with a hose reel and additional hose lines for those hard to reach spots. We are excited to have this new truck in service put together with ideas of our members. There was also a significant cost savings putting it together piece by piece vs. a truck from a fire equipment dealer.

We are fortunate to have a board that is supportive of bringing new equipment to our district!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July!!

06/08/2026

05/18/2026

The week of May 17-23, 2026 is EMS Week.
Today’s them is education.
Each month our EMT’s, Paramedics, and firefighters complete several hours of continued education in stroke care, respiratory, cardiac, diabetic emergencies, trauma, and more.

03/27/2026

🚫 STATEWIDE BURN BAN EXTENDED THROUGH APRIL 10

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

This means no open burn permits, land management burn permits, or training burn permits may be issued. The Executive Order specifically prohibits fire chiefs from issuing open burn permits and land management burn permits, and it also prohibits the State Fire Marshal’s Office from issuing training burn permits.

Although the order does not specifically mention contained fires such as burn barrels or recreational fires, no open fires should be conducted. Conditions remain dangerous, and any fire that gets out of control can threaten lives, property, and emergency responders.

Nebraska Game and Parks has also confirmed that fires are not permitted on their properties until further notice.

Do not burn. Do not take the risk.

Cedar Bluffs Fire Department is asking everyone to use good judgment and take this seriously. One careless fire can spread quickly and have devastating consequences.
Please help protect our community

03/15/2026

⚠️ TRAVEL NOT ADVISED – SAUNDERS COUNTY ⚠️

The Saunders County Sheriff’s Office is advising that travel is not recommended at this time due to deteriorating weather and road conditions across the county.

Deputies and emergency responders are currently handling multiple vehicle accidents that have occurred as a result of the hazardous conditions.

If you do not absolutely need to be on the road, please stay home and avoid travel until conditions improve. This will help keep you safe and allow emergency responders to focus on those who need assistance.

If you must travel, please:
• Slow down and increase following distance
• Be alert for emergency vehicles and other motorists
• Allow extra time to reach your destination

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as they become available.

🚨 Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. Stay safe, Saunders County.

03/13/2026

The State of Nebraska is now in a Statewide Burn Ban for 14 days per the Governor.

03/12/2026

Give our Fire Departments a break today by making sure previously burned areas are completely out and cold to the touch!

Burning during a burn ban will result in citations being issued.