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We did it! Welcome to Briceland Fire Protection District.

Posted on August 29, 2012 by mikal

Or, more to the point, YOU, the voters did it! According to this evening’s Times-Standard online, voters approved the formation of the District by over 85%. Bridgeville also passed a similar measure, while Palo Verde and Fruitland Ridge rejected formation … Continue reading →

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Briceland Fire helping on Wye Fire in Lake County

Posted on August 14, 2012 by mikal

Three members of BVFD took Engine 5436, our Type III wildland rig, down to Lake County last night as part of a five-engine strike team from Humboldt County. The Wye Fire and nearby Walker Fire started two days ago and … Continue reading →

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“Briceland VFD” or “Beginnings VFD”—Who are we?

Posted on August 3, 2012 by mikal

It was recently brought to our attention that many people may not have realized that the crew of the long-standing Beginnings Volunteer Fire Department voted to change our name a few years ago to Briceland Volunteer Fire Department. But! It’s … Continue reading →

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Briceland Fire Protection District ballots are in the mail. Please vote yes!

Posted on August 3, 2012 by mikal

All registered voters within the proposed Briceland Fire Protection District will be receiving your mail-in ballot between now and August 21st. When you receive yours, please show your appreciation and support for the service we provide as volunteers to our … Continue reading →

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All Fired Up! BVFD benefit this Sunday, June 10th

Posted on June 8, 2012 by mikal

Briceland Volunteer Fire Department will be having our annual All Fired Up! benefit barbeque this Sunday, from 1pm-6pm at the future site of the new fire station in Briceland. We’ll be grilling burgers, fish and veggie options, with salads, drinks … Continue reading →

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Double Whammy in Whitethorn

Posted on February 8, 2012 by mikal

Last night at Briceland Fire’s annual general membership meeting (report coming soon), Chief Tim Olsen read a tally of 2011’s approximately two dozen calls, remarking that it was one third of normal. As if on cue, tonight we had a … Continue reading →

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Briceland Fire’s annual 9/11 fundraiser party today at Beginnings in Briceland. 4pm-10pm

Posted on September 11, 2011 by mikal

The BBQ menu is local fresh fish from BVFD member Eric Martin, Taylor’s beef/pork and turkey sausages and fancy veggie sausages. All served on a bun w/ organic peppers from the community farm. There will be organic cole slaw and … Continue reading →

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Support Whithethorn VFD—Fundraiser party today!

Posted on August 27, 2011 by mikal

Our neighboring crew, Whitethorn Volunteer Fire Department, is having a big party, dinner and music fundraiser right now and on into the evening at Whitethorn Construction. There is great food and live music with great local bands. Check out their … Continue reading →

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Briceland Fire’s Second Annual 9/11 event in the works.

Posted on August 5, 2011 by mikal

It’s a month away and the Briceland Volunteer Fire Department is already working hard to make sure that this year’s second annual 9/11 event is just as great or better than last year’s smashing success. This year’s BVFD Fire Fest … Continue reading →

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BVFD responds to wildland fire across from station.

Posted on July 25, 2011 by mikal

On Thursday, July 21st, BVFD responded to a vegetation fire that was started virtually across the street from the station, along Briceland Road. According to a nearby resident, a vehicle being towed westbound lost a tire, causing sparks to ignite … Continue reading →

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