Grand Forks Fire Rescue

1:30pm Update: Traffic has been restored.

🚨 **Traffic Advisory – Highway🚨 **Traffic Advisory – Highway 3**

Grand Forks Fire Rescue crews are currently on scene of a motor vehicle incident on Highway 3 near Danshine Village Road.

Motorists should expect delays in the area. Please avoid travel through this section of Highway 3 if possible, or plan for extra time.

If you must travel through the area, slow down, watch for emergency personnel and equipment on the roadway, and follow the direction of first responders on scene.

We will provide an update once the scene is cleared. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Fire Prevention Day Open House! ⚠️🚒

Join Grand Forks Fire Rescue as we CHARGE into Fire Safety! during Fire Prevention Week!

📅 Saturday, October 10th
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Downtown Fire Hall (7214 2nd St)

Bring the whole family down for a day of fun, food, and fire safety education! We'll have activities for kids and adults alike, plus food available throughout the event.

🚗🔥 Don't miss our Auto Extrication Demonstration at 1:00 PM — watch our crews show off the tools and techniques used to safely rescue someone from a vehicle collision!

Come meet your local firefighters, check out the trucks and gear, and learn how to keep your home and family safe. See you there!

🚴 Grand Forks Fire Rescue was proud to help welcome Cops for Kids to Grand Forks as they made their journey through town!

We were joined by Christina Lake Fire Rescue, members of our local RCMP detachment, the Mayor, and members of Council to cheer on the riders and recognize their efforts supporting children and families in need.

Thank you to the riders, support crews, and volunteers for your dedication. Wishing you a safe and successful ride! 👏

🔥 OPEN BURNING UPDATE – AREA D 🔥

With Category 2 open fires now permitted, residents may begin to see some larger outdoor burns taking place throughout RDKB Area D.

Category 1 campfires have already been permitted in the region for some time, and the lifting of Category 2 restrictions allows additional types of open burning to resume.

As seasonal burning activity increases, seeing smoke or a permitted burn does not necessarily mean there is an emergency.

However, if you see a fire that appears to be out of control, spreading beyond its intended area, or posing a threat to people or property, report it immediately by calling 9-1-1.

Anyone conducting an open burn remains responsible for keeping their fire under control, having appropriate suppression equipment available, monitoring conditions, and ensuring the fire is fully extinguished.

Please burn responsibly and help keep our community safe.

🔥 INCREDIBLY PROUD OF THIS TEAM! 🔥

Last Wednesday, after an incredibly busy August, we took a much-needed break from training and operations to simply spend some time together as a team.

We had the opportunity to say goodbye and thank a couple of our longtime, outstanding members for everything they have contributed to Grand Forks Fire Rescue — and then enjoy a great evening together with some laughs, friendly competition, and a trivia night.

Nights like that are important. We train hard, we respond together, and when the call comes in, we rely on each other.

Last night was another example of exactly why I am so proud of this team. Everyone stepped up, knew their roles, worked together, and got the job done.

The training is paying off. The teamwork is showing.

Keep training. Keep supporting each other. Keep doing what you’re doing.

I couldn’t be prouder to be your Fire Chief.

Outstanding work, GFFR! 🚒🔥

🚒 An Amazing Day for Our New Recruits!

Today, we put our newest Grand Forks Fire Rescue recruits through their physical fitness testing—and everyone passed with flying colours!

Each recruit showed tremendous determination, strength, and commitment while pushing through every challenge. We are incredibly proud of their effort and the way they supported one another throughout the day.

Congratulations to all our new recruits! This is just the beginning, and we’re excited to watch you learn, grow, and become part of the GFFR family.

🎉 Congratulations! 🎉

Grand Forks Fire Rescue is proud to recognize Captain Dorner, Lieutenant Cassidy , Captain Chris Wolfram, Captain Nicki-Jo Wolfram, and Captain Pownall on successfully completing their Fire Officer I certification.

We would also like to congratulate Firefighter Robinson on completing NFPA 1001 Firefighter II!

These accomplishments reflect a tremendous commitment to training, professional development and serving our community. Each new certification strengthens our team and helps prepare the next generation of GFFR leaders.

Well done, everyone! 🚒🔥

🚒 Four New Recruits! 🚒

Grand Forks Fire Rescue is excited to announce that four participants from our recent Firefighter for a Night event have officially joined our team!

Please help us welcome Cora, Sarah and Zach as Paid-on-Call recruits, along with Cameron , who is joining our Junior Firefighter Program.

Firefighter for a Night was designed to introduce members of our community to the fire service, and we couldn’t be happier to see it result in four new members taking the next step.

Congratulations and welcome to the GFFR family! We look forward to supporting each of you as you begin your training and fire service journey. 🔥

PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUEST – HARDY MOUNTAIN FIRES

Last night and early this morning, Grand Forks Fire Rescue responded to three separate wildfires on Hardy Mountain. The first two incidents were reported through 911 at approximately 9:00 p.m. and the third around 2:00 a.m.

The first two fire were relatively small and were dealt with in a short period of time. The third fire was dispatched as approximately 5m by 5m. Prior to arrival the first arriving officer observed the fire to be approximately 30m by 100m and immediately requested additional resources, including mutual aid from Christina Lake, and the RCMP.

The fire was spreading in all directions, but was not close to any structures. Crews were able to action the fire and contain it within a couple of hours. Total fire size is estimated at 70m by 120m.

Due to the number of fires, their proximity and timing, the circumstances are considered suspicious. The RCMP and BC Wildfire Service have both been notified and are aware of the incidents.

Anyone who was in the area during that time and observed unusual activity, people or vehicles—or who may have relevant security or dash-camera footage—is asked to contact the Grand Forks RCMP.
Please avoid speculation or identifying individuals on social media. If you see smoke or fire, call 911 immediately.

BC Wildfire Crews attended this morning with a GFFR crew to complete mop-up and ensure the fire is out.

The fire is currently under investigation by GFFR, BC Wildfire Service, and the RCMP.

GFFR would like to once again thank our mutual aid partners, and the RCMP for assisting with this incident.

🚒 AN HONEST UPDATE ON FIREFIGHTER RECRUITMENT

We want to be open with our community about one of the challenges currently facing Grand Forks Fire/Rescue.

Our last two paid-on-call recruitment campaigns have attracted fewer candidates than we had hoped. During our spring campaign, we received five applications and hired two firefighters. Both have since stepped away for personal reasons, which we fully respect. In our current recruitment round, we have received two applications.

We are slightly below the staffing level we would like to maintain. Our community continues to be served by an excellent group of firefighters who consistently step up when called. However, we also need enough depth to prepare for normal attrition, develop future leaders, and ensure our current members can take a well-earned break without the same people continually carrying the load.

Recruiting a firefighter is not simply about adding a name to the roster. Finding the right people, completing the required training, and developing the experience needed to serve safely and effectively all take time. That is why we must think ahead and plan for the future now.

This is not meant to cause concern. It is simply an honest look at where we are and what we need to remain strong and sustainable in the years ahead.

If you have ever considered becoming a paid-on-call firefighter and serving your community, we would be happy to speak with you. It is a significant commitment—but also an incredibly rewarding opportunity to become part of an exceptional team.

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Fire And Rescue - City of Grand Forks Grand Forks Fire/Rescue is committed to providing professional emergency fire rescue services to the community of Grand Forks. Our 3 stations are made up of brave souls who risk their lives every day in order to keep our community safe. We also work toward improving fire safety awareness via public....