Services

What Filer Rural Fire District provides to the community.

What We Do

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Fire Suppression

Our crews respond to structural fires, wildland fires, and vehicle fires 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We maintain mutual aid agreements with neighboring departments to ensure adequate resources for large incidents.

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Emergency Medical Services

The EMS division provides first-response medical care to patients across the district. Our Quick Response Unit is staffed by trained EMTs ready to respond to medical emergencies at any time.

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Rescue Operations

We provide vehicle extrication and general rescue services. Our personnel are trained to assist in a wide range of emergency rescue scenarios.

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Mutual Aid

Filer Rural Fire District participates in regional mutual aid agreements, providing and receiving assistance from neighboring fire departments and agencies throughout the Magic Valley.

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Mobile Safety House

Our mobile safety house is available for community events and school programs to teach fire escape planning and safety to children and families.

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Dunk Tank Events

The district previously operated a dunk tank at community events. While we no longer own the dunk tank, we can provide contact information for the current owners. Call us at (208) 326-4111 for a referral.

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Burn-Out Assistance

We assist property owners with controlled burn-out operations as needed. Contact the district office for information about scheduling and requirements.

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Public Education

Our members are active in public relations and community education, providing fire safety presentations, school visits, and participation in local events throughout the year.

Filer Fire District Engine Filer Fire and Rescue Quick Response Unit Filer Fire Mobile Safety House

Burn Permits

Residential and agricultural burning in the Filer Rural Fire District may require a permit depending on the season and current fire danger conditions.

When is a Permit Required?

Burn permits are typically required during the spring and fall burn seasons. Open burning may be restricted or prohibited during periods of high fire danger.

How to Obtain a Permit

Burn Safely

  • Never burn on windy days or during red flag conditions
  • Have water and tools on hand before lighting
  • Never leave a fire unattended
  • Completely extinguish all burns before leaving the area
  • Call 911 immediately if a fire gets out of control

Questions? Call us at (208) 326-4111.

Frequently Asked Questions

Filer Rural Fire District provides fire and EMS services to the rural areas surrounding Filer, Idaho. The district boundaries include agricultural and residential properties outside the Filer city limits. For specific boundary questions, contact the district office.

Call 911 for all fire and medical emergencies. Dispatchers will contact Filer Rural Fire District and coordinate the appropriate response. Do not call the station directly for emergencies.

EMS transport services may result in a bill depending on the nature of the call and insurance coverage. Fire response services are generally provided at no direct cost to residents within the district. Contact the office for billing questions.

We are happy to provide fire safety presentations for schools, community groups, and events. Contact us at (208) 326-4111 or use our contact form to schedule a visit.

The mobile safety house is available for community events and educational programs. Request availability by calling (208) 326-4111 or submitting our contact form. Requests should be made well in advance of the event date.

We are actively recruiting volunteers! No prior experience is required — we provide all necessary training. Visit our Volunteer page to learn more about the program and how to apply.