Trochu Fire Department

08/26/2026

Once in awhile Trochu Fire encounters unusual calls. This is not AI, a regular iPhone took this photo of a lightning strike from a storm on Sunday evening. It took 28 hours after the storm before the flame was noticed…at night.

08/23/2026

SAFETY ALERT!!

Did you know a yellowed alarm is a very good indicator that you must replace the alarm with a new one? 🚨

But don't wait until the alarm turns yellow! Check the manufacturer's date found on the back of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to see if your alarms are expired or about to expire. Replace all alarms that are 10 years old or older.

Thanks to another Fire Department post to remind us of this safety concern.

08/20/2026

UPDATE-Aug 24,2026. 4:30 pm Mezzy has been located!!

Trochu friends and families, If anyone sees this dog (Mezzy) she got out from us earlier and is missing. She is really skidish and runs from people. She should have a black slip lead attached. She’s also dog friendly, so she may go towards other dogs.

Last place she was seen was up from the grain elevator at the grey warehouse. Please contact Jeff Waugh at (403) 373-8947

08/14/2026

Please be careful when entering any grain storage bin. This individual was lucky and survived. Always be aware of your surroundings and know where your co-workers are. Safety First!!

With grain entrapments, every second matters. We spoke with individuals involved in a recent successful grain entrapment rescue in Alberta about how quick actions and grain rescue training helped avert a potential tragedy. The full article is available at casa-acsa.ca/BeGrainSafe-Week.

08/06/2026

As of Aug 4, 2026 a Fire Advisory has been issued for the Town of Trochu. Conditions are dry and if no immediate and substantial rains come, the Advisory may change to a Ban. Stay tuned for updated news. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

06/14/2026

Congratulations to Murray Fenton for raising the most donations. Climb on Kneehill Team!!

Congratulations to this year’s top individual fundraiser!

Murray Fenton, your commitment to the Firefighter Stairclimb Challenge helps support Wellspring Alberta and the cancer support programs and services they provide free of charge.

Thank you for your dedication and your commitment to the cause. We are so grateful!

Also pictured, team captain from Lakeland College EST Battalion 29, Calgary Fire Chief Dongworth, and Wellspring Alberta CEO, Joanne Aime.

06/13/2026

This weekend there will be firefighters from all over the world taking part in the Stair-climb in Calgary. There is a group of Firefighters from the Departments within Kneehill County borders participating in the event. We train together, fight fires together, smile, laugh, and cry together. The best part is the group is in 3rd place for raising the most money over all groups and 2 of the members in the Kneehill group are in the top 5. Please donate if you can to get the group and individuals to the top. This community always seems to pull through. Thank you and please help cheer them on as they climb 1370 stairs.

https://give.wellspring.ca/event/firefighter-stairclimbchallenge-2026/make-a-donation

06/12/2026

It is with deep sadness that the Town of Drumheller announce the passing of Don Gerlinger on Friday, May 15, 2026.

Don served his community as a volunteer firefighter with Drumheller Fire & Rescue, dedicating countless hours to protecting and supporting residents throughout the Drumheller Valley. Just weeks before his passing, Don was honoured with his 50 Years of Service plaque in recognition of his extraordinary commitment and dedication to Drumheller Fire & Rescue.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We ask that you keep Don and his
family in your thoughts during this difficult time. On Saturday, June 13, flags at Town facilities will be lowered to half-mast in honour of Don Gerlinger and to mark the day of his memorial service, taking place at the Badlands Community Facility at 1:00 p.m

06/10/2026