Department News – Oregon Area Fire and EMS District

Dec 7, 2025 – Snowfall Event

Event

Update Dec 7, 2025 5:30pm The image below is from earlier today. The photo shows a hydrant that is still buried under snow from two…

Nov 29, 2025 – Snowfall Event

Event

Update (November 30, 2025) Submissions for this Adopt-a-Hydrant have now closed. Adopt-a-Hydrant Program Activated for Today’s Snowfall The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District has officially activated…

Oregon Tree Lighting 2025

Event

Watch Santa light the Christmas Tree at Triangle Park. Event Location Waterman Triangle Park101 Janesville StOregon WI, 53575 Event Timeline 5:30 – Meet at Triangle…

2026 Craft Fair

Event

Get ready for a day of creativity, community, and giving back at the 2026 Oregon Area Fire/EMS Craft Fair! With just a $2 admission, you’ll…

Kitchen Fire Extinguished by Sprinkler System

Press Release

Oregon, WI – October 21, 2025 – The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District (OAFED) was dispatched last night to a three-story apartment building after an alarm…

Fire Prevention Week Wrap-Up – You’re a Battery Safety Expert!

Education

Congratulations! You made it through Fire Prevention Week, and now you know how to stay safe with lithium-ion batteries. Let’s review everything Sparky the Fire…

Sparky’s Fire Safety Checklist

Education

Let’s review everything Sparky the Fire Dog taught us about lithium-ion battery safety! Use this checklist to make sure you and your family are following…

Lithium Batteries: Recycle Batteries Responsibly

Education

What happens when a battery stops working or you get a new device? Here’s something super important: never throw lithium-ion batteries in the regular trash…

Lithium Batteries: Charge Devices Safely

Education

Charging your devices might seem simple, but there are important rules to follow to stay safe! First, always use the charging cable that came with…

Lithium Batteries: Buy Only Listed Products

Education

When your family is shopping for anything that uses a lithium-ion battery, there’s an important safety step: look for a special mark! Products that have…

What Are Lithium-Ion Batteries?

Education

Have you ever wondered what powers your tablet, phone, or remote control car? Many of our favorite devices use special batteries called lithium-ion batteries. These…

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Full-Time Firefighter/Medic Position Open

Department News

Application Deadline: October 10, 2025 | Start Date: January 2026 Oregon Area Fire/EMS is seeking dedicated professionals to join our team as full-time Firefighter/Medics. We’re…

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July 30, 2025 Joint Meeting of the Commission, Townships and Village Presentations

Department News

Presentation by the OAFED Commission: View Here Presentation by Wendel Five Bugles: View Here Full Meeting Recording by OCA Media:

Cancer: Don’t take our word, watch this video

Department News

Watch this video that shows in great detail that danger firefighters are exposed to when fighting a fire. You will see that fire not only…

Firefighters and Cancer Awareness

Department News

Cancer is no stranger to any of us, our families, or our friends. Unfortunately, cancer really does not like firefighters. Here is some information that…

Fire Station & Response GIS Data

Department News

Using a Geographic Information System (GIS), Wendel Five Bugles has provided significant data in the following areas: The overwhelming response of this data shows the…

2025 Craft Fair

Event

Get ready for a day of creativity, community, and giving back at the 2025 Oregon Area Fire/EMS Craft Fair! With just a $2 admission, you’ll…

National Night Out 2025

Event

The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District invites residents of the Village of Oregon and the Townships of Oregon, Rutland, and Dunn to join us for National…

Fireworks Safety Tips

Education

Fireworks are a popular feature of many celebrations, particularly on Independence Day in the United States. However, it is essential to recognize the potential hazards…

CTH A/Glenway Rd Crash and Natural Gas Leak

Press Release

On May 17, 2025, at approximately 2200 hours, the Oregon Area Fire/EMS District was dispatched to a motor vehicle crash involving a single vehicle and…

Fire Sprinkler Week 2025 - Public Education Banner

Protect What You Value Most

Education

When we think about what matters most—our loved ones, our pets, our homes—we often take steps to protect them: seat belts in cars, helmets for…

Easy Money Raffle

Event

Join us for our 2025 Easy Money Raffle on Friday December 5, 2025 at 7:00PM. More information on the raffle can be found on the…

It’s Easy to Live With Home Fire Sprinklers

Education

A common misconception about home fire sprinklers is that they are complex, high-maintenance, or disruptive to daily life. In reality, modern residential sprinkler systems are…

Fire Sprinklers are Part of a Fire-Safe Community

Education

Building a fire-safe community takes more than smoke alarms and fire trucks—it requires a comprehensive approach that includes prevention, education, and proactive safety systems. Home…

The Cost to Communities Without Fire Sprinklers

Education

The absence of home fire sprinklers has a ripple effect that extends far beyond individual households. When a residential fire breaks out in an unsprinklered…

GIS Presentation – Round 2: May 8, 2025

Department News

This presentation is the second analysis of GIS data by Wendel / Five Bugles. This data contains the incident locations for the past the years,…

Meeting Notes: April 28, 2025

Department News

These are meeting notes from the April 28, 2025 meeting where the OAFED Commission and administrative staff defined the items needed in this project. To…

Fire is Fast — Sprinklers are Faster

Education

When a fire ignites in a home, it can take less than two minutes for conditions to become life-threatening. The speed at which fire spreads—intensified…

Meeting Notes: April 17, 2025

Department News

These are the meeting notes and graphics from the April 17, 2025 meeting between the OAFED Commission and Wendel / Five Bugles Design. To view…

NFPA 1720: Requirements for Municipal and Volunteer Departments

Department News

The minimum requirements for provision of emergency services by volunteer fire departments can be found in NFPA 1720. Standard for the Organization and Deployment of…

NFPA 1710: Requirements for Career Emergency Services Departments

Department News

The minimum requirements for provision of emergency services by career fire departments can be found in NFPA 1710. Standard for the Organization and Deployment of…

ISO: Fire Suppression Rating Schedule

Department News

The purpose of this Schedule is to outline the criteria for evaluating the fire prevention and fire suppression capabilities of individual communities — or fire…

Safety and Helath Considerations for the Design of Fire and Emergency Medical Services Stations

Department News

This document was release in may of 2018 by the United States Fire Administration. It covers risks, site selection, design process, safety considerations, health considerations,…

Fact Sheet: Staffing and Call Volume

Department News

The OAFED provides fire services and EMS services at the Paramedic level to the residents and visitors of the OAFED. Using the daily in-house staffing,…

Fact Sheet: NFPA 1710 & 1020 Explanation

Department News

The OAFED is considered an NFPA 1720 department that desires to maintain components of an NFPA 1710 department, both in terms of staffing and response…

Fact Sheet: Fire Department Structure

Department News

Overview The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District comprises the Township of Dunn, the Township of Oregon, the Township of Rutland, and the Village of Oregon. We…

Summertime Safety Spectacular 2025

Event

Join us and our area partners for the Summertime Safety Spectacular at Summer Fest! Saturday June 21st from 10:00am to Noon

2025 Easter Egg Hunt

Event

Join Oregon Area Fire/EMS along with the Oregon Freemasons for our annual Easter Egg Hunt.

Oregon Center Drive Fire

Press Release

On March 30, 2025, at 12:55 p.m., the Oregon Area Fire/EMS District and Auto-Aid companies were dispatched to a structure fire in the 800 block…

Cledell Street Gas Leak

Press Release

On March 28, 2025, the Oregon Area Fire/EMS District was dispatched to the smell ofnatural gas outside in the area of Cledell Street and Ames…

2024 Annual Report

Department News

The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District (OAFED) has released its 2024 Annual Report, providing a detailed look at its operational achievements, community impact, and future plans.…

Fire Commission hires Wendel for Needs Assessment Study

Department News

As part of the 2027 Capital Improvement Plan, the current fire station is due for a construction upgrade or replacement. The original fire station was…

Feb 14, 2025 – Snowfall Event

Event

Adopt-a-Hydrant Program Activated for Today’s Snowfall The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District has officially activated the Adopt-a-Hydrant program following today’s snowfall! ❄️🚒 When hydrants are buried…

Feb 12, 2025 – Snowfall Event

Event

Update (Feb. 13, 2025 @ 8:00pm) Submissions for yesterday’s snowfall event have closed. Thank you to the community members who adopted a hydrant, we’ll be…

Hawkinson Road Brush Fire

Press Release

On January 28, 2025 at approximately 2:30 pm, the City of Stoughton Fire Department and the Oregon Area Fire/EMS District responded to a report of…

Winter Fest 2025

Event

Join us on Saturday, February 1st, from Noon to 2 PM at Waterman Triangle Park for a fun-filled, completely free community event! 🌨️ Snowflake Scavenger…

RFP – Space Needs Analysis

Department News

The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District (OAFED) is seeking proposals from professional architectural, engineering, and similarly qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive space needs analysis for…

2024 Easy Money Raffle Drawing

Department News

The 2024 Easy Money raffle drawing was held this past Friday night, December 6, 2024. All winners were drawn at random in front of a…

Annual Tree Lighting Event Press Release

Press Release

Oregon, WI – The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us at the Annual Tree Lighting…

Oregon Tree Lighting 2024

Event

Watch Santa light the Christmas Tree at Triangle Park. Event Location Waterman Triangle Park101 Janesville StOregon WI, 53575 Event Timeline 5:30 – Meet at Triangle…

Thanksgiving Cooking Safety Tips

Prevention

Common Fire Hazards in the Kitchen During Thanksgiving Common Kitchen Fire Hazards During Thanksgiving The kitchen can be a hazardous place during Thanksgiving preparations, with…

East Lincoln Street Fire

Press Release

On October 20, 2024, at 8:54 a.m., the OAFED was alerted to a structure fire in the 400 block of East Lincoln Street in the…

Job Posting: Full-time Fire/Medic

Recruitment

The Oregon Area Fire EMS District (OAFED) is recruiting for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic to fill a fill a newly created position. Candidates are encouraged…

Fire Prevention Week 2024

Prevention

Smoke Alarms – Make Them Work for You! As part of Fire Prevention Week™, happening from October 6-12, 2024, we are highlighting a critical tool…

Oregon Area Fire/EMS Craft Fair

Event

Starts: 10/19/2024, 09:00 AMEnds:10/19/2024, 03:00 PMLocation: Oregon Middle School 601 Pleasant Oak Dr, Oregon, WI 53575 This annual craft fair is a fundraiser for the firefighter/EMT…

Job Posting: EMS Lieutenant of Training

Department News

EMS Lieutenant (Part-Time) The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District (OAFED) is seeking a dedicated and experienced EMS professional to join our team as a part-time EMS…

Job Posting: Fire Lieutenant

Department News

Fire Lieutenant (Part-Time) The Oregon Area Fire/EMS District (OAFED) is actively seeking experienced firefighters to join our Officer staff at the rank of Lieutenant. This…

OAFED Meeting Minutes

Department News

For individuals interested in reviewing our Joint Board and Commission meeting minutes, we created the following two pages: Please note that these pages will be…

Remembering the Heroes of September 11, 2001

Department News

On this day, we remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and honor the bravery and selflessness of the first responders and civilians who…

Wolfe Street Dryer Fire – September 1, 2024

Press Release

On September 1, 2024, at 3:19 pm, the OAFED was alerted to a fire alarm in the 100 block of Wolfe Street in the Village…

Thomson Lane House Fire – August 20, 2024

Press Release

On August 20, 2024, at 12:51 hours, the Oregon Area Fire/EMS District was notified of a structure fire in the 100 Block of Thomson Lane…

First Responders Honors & 130th Celebration

Event

The Oregon Area Fire and EMS District along with the Oregon Area First Responders Honors’ Steering Committee invite the Oregon and surrounding communities to celebrate…

Weather Event – June 22, 2024

Press Release

On June 22, 2024 at approximately 1900 hours, a significant weather event occurred within Dane County. As a result of this weather event, the Oregon…

Thrilla on the Grilla

Event

Ribs & Chicken served at the main tent. Tickets on sale for $10/ticket prior to the event and $12/ticket at the event. Meal is served…

Oregon Summer Fest

Event

For a full list of events on the official website, please click here. Summertime Safety Spectacular Thrilla on the Grilla Bag Toss Tournament Parade

Our New Website

Department News

Explore our new fire department website! Modern, user-friendly, and designed for community safety. Visit us online and see what's new!

Safety Saturday

Event

Join us for Safety Saturday on May 4, 2024!

Fire Prevention: Essential Tips

Prevention

Our mission extends beyond responding to emergencies; we are equally committed to educating and equipping our residents with the knowledge to prevent fires.

Staying Ahead of the Storm: Your Guide to Tornado Awareness Month

Education

As the skies turn tumultuous, April ushers in Tornado Awareness Month, a crucial time for enhancing our knowledge and preparedness for tornadoes. Tornadoes can strike…

Building a good home evacuation plan

Education

Having a home evacuation plan is crucial for your family’s safety in emergencies such as fires or natural disasters. A well-prepared plan could be life-saving.…

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