Wisconsin Rapids Fire Fighters IAFF Local 425

07/16/2025

❗️Attention❗️
The deadline of August 31st is coming up to register for the annual Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin Golf Outing which is being hosted right here in Wisconsin Rapids this year. We are bringing you three fantastic courses. Two courses on day one singles to include Sand Valley Par 3 Sandbox and Lake Arrowhead - The Pines course. Day two will consist of a four person scramble at the Ridges. Come give it your best shot at "The Woody". Registration paperwork is attached with details.

07/03/2025

Far too many tragic events happening in public safety. The Wisconsin Rapids Fire Department offers condolences to those involved in the ambush of firefighters who were protecting their community.

We honor the lives of:

Battalion Chief John Morrison, Coeur d'Alene Fire Department, IAFF Local 710

Battalion Chief Frank J. Harwood, Kootenai County Fire & Rescue, IAFF Local 2856

We also send strength and prayers to:

Firefighter/Engineer David Tysdal, Coeur d'Alene Fire Department, IAFF Local 710, who remains in critical condition.

05/01/2025

Never forget our fallen Brothers and Sisters.

01/27/2025

Congratulations, Chief Goodreau!

Press Release: Benjamin Goodreau Appointed Wisconsin Rapids Fire Chief

"There is something truly special about the men and women who dedicate themselves to serving our community within this fire department. I am deeply humbled by the opportunity to serve alongside them and lead this incredible organization."

To read the full release visit:

https://www.wirapids.org/news-center-documents/benjamin-goodreau-appointed-wisconsin-rapids-fire-chief

01/21/2025

May you rest in peace Woody, Thank You for all your years of dedication and what you put into making the PFFW a better organization overall. You will be sorely missed Brother. We will take it from here. Rest Easy Brother Woodzicka.

It is with profound sadness that we have to announce the untimely passing of our very own friend and Brother, our Vice President Michael “Woody” Woodzicka.

Vice President Woodzicka is one of the longest serving leaders our organization has ever had, dedicating over 30 years of his life to our membership. The last 11, of which, as our Vice President.

We offer our deepest condolences and prayers to his friends and family, as well as our Brothers and Sisters of Appleton Local 257.

Rest easy Woody we got it from here.

More details will come as they are available.

12/26/2024

Everyone working today would like to wish all of our followers Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! We would also like to extend a couple of huge thank you’s to Giving Back Inc. and Fire Chief Todd Eckes for their generous donations to our Christmas Eve and Christmas Day meals. We also hope everyone enjoys friends and family into the New Year!

12/13/2024

Please keep the Green Bay Metro Fire Department family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate through this difficult time. Rest easy, brother Kreiter.

It is with a heavy heart the Green Bay Metro Fire Department announces the line of duty death of Engineer/Paramedic Tyler Kreiter, age 43.

Tyler was assigned to Fire Station 6, located at 1701 W Mason. He faithfully served our department, residents, and our community for 17 years. Tyler exemplified what it means to be a Green Bay Metro Firefighter. The courage and determination he displayed in the performance of his duties were outmatched only by his spirit in his fight against cancer.

We extend our deepest condolences and prayers to the family, friends, and colleagues of Tyler. Thank you for respecting the privacy of the Kreiter family during this extraordinarily difficult time.

11/20/2024

Today, local 425 members were able to present a check to the Muscular Dystrophy Association district representative Elizabeth from our 2024 fill the boot drives. This year our fundraising ended up totaling $9,000 which is a record year! Thank you to all who donated to the cause as your money will go directly towards helping those who fight against Muscular Dystrophy.

11/05/2024

If you want to help a family in need here is the link for donations going directly to Dan's family.

With the family’s permission, this is for Assistant Chief Daniel Bauer. Chief Bauer proudly served the Rhinelander Fire Department for nearly 19 years as a firefighter and paramedic. On November 2nd, 2024 Dan tragically passed away leaving behind ...

11/03/2024

Please keep our brothers of the Rhinelander FD in your thoughts and prayers.

09/23/2024

Join us in honoring our fallen brothers and sisters this Saturday

This Saturday the Final Alarm Ceremony will begin at 3:33 at the Firefighters Memorial. This ceremony is set to honor all Firefighters that have given the ultimate sacrifice both present and past. Please feel free to come down and help us honor our fallen Brothers and Sisters in the Fire Service.
The Final alarm procession will begin promptly at 07:00 and follow through the streets of Wisconsin Rapids with red lights only honoring our fallen. The map of the procession route is attached so you can plan where to sit for this solemn but honorable event. Hope to see everyone there. Stay Safe!!

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09/02/2024

Enjoy your labor day!

Unions make a difference.

➡️ Better pay
➡️ Better benefits
➡️ Better working conditions
➡️ A better future

Happy Labor Day! 💪