Citizen Lifesaving Award

Citizen Lifesaving Award to Boy

"What an honor to award a Citizen Lifesaving Award to a boy who was instrumental in saving his father's life." Chief Stange

2019 Awards Banquet

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Polk County Fire District No.1 receives Community Award!

Chief Stange testifies before House Committee on Veterans and Emergency Preparedness!

Interview with Fire Chief Stange

Sept 16, 2015: Firefighters rescue tortoise from Polk Co. garage fire

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September 3, 2014: 9/11 COMMEMORATION EVENT

Polk County Fire District No.1 joins organizations and individuals across the country in commemorating the 9/11 Anniversary. This event aims to bring our community together to remember the day that changed us forever.

October 20, 2014: Fire Fighters "Care Enough to Wear Pink"

INDEPENDENCE, OR – This week, fire fighters and paramedics across Polk County will substitute their traditional uniforms with bright pink shirts to show their support for the fight against breast cancer.