Recent News:

August 27, 2019:  Black River Falls Fire Department/ EMS division is currently seeking EMT’s or higher to fill part-time positions.  Must hold a current Wisconsin EMT or higher license, current healthcare provider CPR, and valid driver’s license.  Must be able to fill a minimum of three call shifts per month.  Hours available are 10pm-6am Monday- Friday and 6am-6am Saturday and Sunday.   Compensation based on qualifications and experience.  For more information or an application, please stop by the station at 30 South Water Street in Black River Falls or by calling 715-284-2656 ext. 23 Application Link: https://blackriverfalls.us/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Fire-Department-Application.pdf

June 3, 2019

It is with great sadness we advise you of the passing of Jerome Bjerke at the age of 86 years.  Jerome served the Black River Falls Fire Department as a Firefighter, Lieutenant, Captain, and Assistant Chief.  He served the community for 35 years with the department.  Jerome was also one of the department's and the State of Wisconsin's first licensed EMTs.  In 1970 he was licensed as Wisconsin EMT 45.  Jerome's obituary and service arrangements can be found here: https://www.buswellfh.com/obituaries/Jerome-J-Bjerke?obId=4441767#/obituaryInfo   

April 26, 2019

It is with great sadness that we advise of retired Firefighter/EMT Donald Burnham passing at the age of 71. Don was a member of the Black River Falls Fire Department for seven years. Don's obituary and service arrangements can be found here: https://www.schanhoferfh.com/notices/Donald-Burnham