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208-265-4114
Burn Permits Required Year-round for Ponderay & Kootenai
If you are outside the cities of Ponderay and Kootenai, you will need to obtain a permit through Idaho Department of Lands at the IDL link above. Ponderay and Kootenai residents will obtain a year round permit from Northside Fire. New permits can be obtained by clicking the icon above, renewals can be done by phone at 208-265-4114 or by clicking the above link, just indicate renewal next to your name.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Do you want to give back to your community? Do you like the feel of adrenaline pumping through your body? Have you ever wanted to be a firefighter or an EMT? Lastly, do you have what it takes? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to talk to you.
Northside Fire is currently seeking motivated individuals to fill several volunteer responder positions. Although previous experience is not necessary. If accepted, all training and gear will be provided for you.
Please contact us at 208-265-4114 if interested or click the link.
All Burning is Suspended
Bonner County, City of Kootenai and City of Ponderay: As of June 22, 2021 all burning has been suspended with the exception of campfires. All burn permits have been suspended and will not be issued. If you currently hold an active permit, that permit will expire 10 days from issuance and will not be eligible for renewal. Fire season has come early this year...please be safe!!
Call Counter 2021
YTD Fire
248
YTD EMS
112
Total 360
Call Counter 2020
Fire
EMS
383
205
Total 588
Did you know...
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90% of our staffing is VOLUNTEER.
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We responded to 588 emergencies last year.
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Our volunteers, last year, logged over 500 hours of training.
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We are an all hazards fire department, providing the following services:
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Fire Suppression
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Emergency Medical Response
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Vehicle Extrication
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Hazardous Materials / Conditions Response
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Water & Rope Rescue
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Fire Safety / Prevention &
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Fire Extinguisher Training
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