Monroe Rural Volunteer Department

04/23/2026

Our department is once again deploying a unit to provide assistance to our western neighbors in need, and we appreciate the community's ongoing support, while requesting prayers for the team's safety as they selflessly respond to the call for aid.

03/27/2026

Our team is at it again. Yesterday we provided critical support to Columbus Fire for a structure fire and today a group is joining the Mid-Nebraska Task Force by responding to the Asby/Hyannis Fire.
GOD bless our volunteers! May they come home safe!

03/17/2026

We are deeply proud of the team from our department who worked alongside the area quick response team to respond to the recent fires near Elba and the Cottonwood Fire near Brady, demonstrating remarkable bravery and dedication that defines true hometown heroes.

03/09/2026

Our department along with several other area departments have sent teams to aid our fellow Nebraskans. Please keep them all in your prayers.

09/21/2025

Footage from today's Mock accident training. Thanks to all who participated!

Mock accident happening now

09/21/2025

Great training exercise. Thanks Genoa Rescue and Genoa Volunteer Fire Department for putting it together.

09/19/2025

Sunday, September 21st, 2025

Our department in partnership with surrounding departments will be participating in a MOCK ACCIDENT drill in the area of 440th Street and 385th Ave between Genoa and St. Edward on Sunday.
Please USE CAUTION at intersections and AVOID the area so that we can safely train. Thank you!

05/05/2025

It's Nurses Week, and we extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible nurses—especially those who serve with us as volunteers at The Monroe Rural Volunteer Fire Department. 💙💉
Your compassion, strength, and unwavering dedication make our community safer and stronger every day. Thank you for answering the call, both in scrubs and in turnout gear. 🚒

Happy Nurses Week!

Lisa Backman
Laura Urkoski
Andy Schmidt for Stephanie
Marne Stenzel

05/04/2025

Happy International Firefighters' Day!

Today, we honor the bravery, dedication, and selflessness of firefighters around the world. 🚒🔥 Whether battling flames, responding to emergencies, or supporting their communities, these heroes put others before themselves every day. ❤️‍🔥 Thank you for your courage and service — we appreciate you more than words can say! 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

04/30/2025

Nebraska currently has a burn ban in effect for central and western regions, extending a previous statewide ban due to dry conditions and wildfire risk. The ban is in effect until midnight on May 10, 2025. Burning is prohibited west of Highway 81 from the South Dakota border to south of Columbus, and west of Highway 281 from the St. Paul area to the Kansas border.

Burn permits will not be issued at this time. Please exercise caution and remain aware of activities that could inadvertently start fires.

04/25/2025

895 likes, 49 comments. “ between & It was a escaped burn 🔥 😥 14,000 Acres Ty Kaden & Ann for helping everyone stay updated on site. They are with local Department.”