The City of Weiser (population 5,630) created a fire department in 1900 and started providing fire protection throughout the area.  Around 1950, area farmers started organizing a firefighting team for the rural area. Fire Protection District No. 1 of Washington County, Idaho was formally organized in 1972 which evolved into “Weiser Area Rural Fire District” (WARFD) which receives funds via property taxes; the Weiser Fire Department receives funds from City of Weiser taxes.

For many years, the City and Rural organizations had explored the idea of joining forces. In 2022, they combined and started operating as one organization with funding from the taxes levied for the district and funds from the City of Weiser, as agreed in a contract. This cooperative operation (now referred to as Weiser Fire District) provides one organized fire protection group under common leadership and common goals.

Like most fire districts in rural Idaho, Weiser Fire District is staffed by volunteer firefighters who are paid hourly for responding to incidents and most training.  Training is scheduled on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, and some additional weekends.

Weiser Fire District is also an active member of the Snake River Valley Fire Chiefs Association. The “SRV” is a group of 28 fire departments and fire districts in Western Idaho and Eastern Oregon, including the Payette National Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and Idaho Department of Lands. The SRV maintains a mutual aid system utilized on many incidents throughout the year. The SRV Training Officers Association coordinates much of the firefighter training utilized by SRV members, including the SRV Academy each Spring.

FIRE CHIEFS:

Bud Fisher 2024-current

Tim Atwood 2018-2024
Nate Marvin 1994-2018
Darwin Adams 1975-1994
Rod Panike 1970-1974

Weiser Fire District proudly works closely with Washington County Ambulance District, Washington County Sheriffs Office, and Weiser Police Department to provide service to our citizens.

Events

The Weiser Fire District Board meets on the second Monday of each month at 7:00p at 167 W Commercial Street, Weiser (main station).

Monthly Meeting

Special Events

PUSH IN CEREMONY Saturday, April 5, 1pm; doors will open at 12pm at Station 1. The fire truck push-in ceremony is a time-honored tradition in the fire service. The ceremony dates back to the days of horse-drawn equipment when members had to push the equipment into the bay. We are celebrating the arrival of our 2025 Rosenbauer Engine! Have cake, take a tour, and talk to your firefighters.

BURN BAN is lifted. Please contact Washington County Dispatch to notify them of your burn at 208-414-2121.

Community

Burn Permits & Open Burning

Outside of the city limits of Weiser, Washington County has an Open Burning Ordinance which generally bans open burning from June 1st to October 20th each year.

Anyone wanting to burn is required to contact Washington County Sheriff’s Dispatch at 208.414.2121 before burning.

 

Inspections & Drills

Weiser Fire District completes fire drills for schools and businesses.  We also provide fireworks and food vendor inspections for public gatherings.
Contact our office at 208.414.2379 for more information.