Sidney Fire Department - Nebraska

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Sidney Fire Department - Nebraska Established in 1879 the Sidney VFD covers 284 square miles in the Southern Panhandle of Nebraska

The Sidney Volunteer Fire Department was organized in 1879 and is governed by two different entities:
•City of Sidney's City Council
•Rural Fire Board of Sidney Rural Fire District #1

•The Sidney Fire Department serves a population of 7,960 in a 284-square-mile area with the following equipment:
◦3 Quick Attack Grass Rigs
◦2 Engines
◦3 Tenders
◦2 Utility Truck's
◦1 Rescue Truck
◦1 Platform Truck
◦1 Command Vehicle
◦1 Hazmat Response Trailer

•The department currently has 32 members, of which 5 are EMTs

Anyone interested in joining the SVFD may download an application by visiting https://www.cityofsidney.org/DocumentCenter/View/977/Application-for-SVFD?bidId=

Last night, our firefighters participated in a realistic training exercise involving a simulated multi-vehicle accident ...
10/16/2026

Last night, our firefighters participated in a realistic training exercise involving a simulated multi-vehicle accident with a vehicle fire, an overturned vehicle, and trapped occupants.

Crews worked together to manage multiple challenges simultaneously, including incident command, scene safety, fire suppression, vehicle stabilization, extrication, and patient care.

Following the initial scenario, firefighters continued with hands-on training, focusing on vehicle stabilization and extrication techniques to further develop their skills and experience.

A special thank you to Affordable Towing for providing the vehicles used during this training. Support from local businesses helps make these valuable hands-on training opportunities possible.

Training like this provides valuable opportunities for our firefighters to strengthen teamwork, improve decision-making, and prepare for the complex emergencies they may encounter in real-life situations.

We are proud of the dedication our volunteer firefighters continue to show by giving up their personal time to train and better serve our community.

10/15/2026

The Sidney Volunteer Fire Department invites you to join us at the fire station for an evening focused on keeping our homes, families, and neighbors safe. We'll take a deeper look at important fire and life-safety topics, answer questions, and share practical information you can take home and put to use. Have you ever thought about joining the Sidney Volunteer Fire Department? This is also a great opportunity to stop by, meet some of our members, learn what it takes to become a volunteer firefighter, and ask questions you may have about joining our team. And because good conversations are even better over food, we'll be serving hamburgers and chips to everyone who attends. We hope to see you at the fire station!

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow,...
10/10/2026

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause a battery to overheat.

When charging on a plane, keep portable charging devices on the tray table. Do not charge devices in overhead compartmen...
10/09/2026

When charging on a plane, keep portable charging devices on the tray table. Do not charge devices in overhead compartments and never charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane. If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to be able to respond quickly.

Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on th...
10/08/2026

Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery.

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Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. Thes...
10/07/2026

Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they fail.

Stop using your device right away if the battery smells strange, is warm to the touch, makes popping noises, changes in ...
10/06/2026

Stop using your device right away if the battery smells strange, is warm to the touch, makes popping noises, changes in shape or color, or if you see smoke. If it is safe, move the device away from anything that can catch fire. A damaged battery can overheat and start a fire.

The Sidney Volunteer Fire Department is extremely grateful to have recently been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Jack L...
10/05/2026

The Sidney Volunteer Fire Department is extremely grateful to have recently been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Jack Lewis Safety Fund to assist with the purchase of new firefighter protective equipment.

This funding allowed our department to purchase 10 complete sets of structural firefighting gear, with each set including a new helmet, turnout coat, turnout pants, and boots.

Firefighting gear doesn’t last forever. NFPA standards establish a maximum 10-year service life for structural firefighting gear, and depending on its condition and use, some gear may need to be replaced even sooner. This grant allows us to replace gear that has reached or is approaching the end of its service life and helps ensure our firefighters have the protective equipment they need when responding to emergencies.

We would like to extend a huge thank you to the Jack Lewis Safety Fund for their generous support of our department and our firefighters. This investment directly improves the safety of the men and women who serve Sidney and the surrounding area.

Thank you for investing in those who serve our community!

🔥 Fire Prevention Week visits are underway! 🚒Thank you to Grace Gardens Preschool for inviting the Sidney Volunteer Fire...
10/05/2026

🔥 Fire Prevention Week visits are underway! 🚒

Thank you to Grace Gardens Preschool for inviting the Sidney Volunteer Fire Department to visit and talk with the children about fire safety and prevention.

We always enjoy getting out into our community, meeting the kids, and helping them learn ways to stay safe in a fire emergency.

A great start to Fire Prevention Week! 🔥🚒

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can dam...
10/05/2026

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

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1115 13th Avenue
Sidney, NE
69162

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+13082545523

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