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Bill Fortune
Fire Chief

409 East 2nd Street
Ogallala, Nebraska

308.284.2024


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The fourth of July is a favorite time of year for children of all ages and the Ogallala Volunteer Fire Department urges you to celebrate our countries independence with your family and friends, but be exceedingly fire safe and especially mindful of the severe drought conditions that exist in our area.  Due to decreased rainfall, high temperatures and high wind conditions, we are at an extremely high risk for wild fires.  Please be careful around vegetation, particularly next to buildings and homes and have extinguishing resources available in case of fire.  Have a fire safe and wonderful 4th of July celebration, get the family out and see this years show, it promises again to be spectacular! 

The Ogallala Vol. Fire Department offers the following fireworks safety tips:

n      Purchase your fireworks from a reliable source.

n      Always read and follow the label directions.

n      Have an adult present.

n      Use outdoors only.

n      Always have water close by (a garden hose or bucket).

n      Never experiment or make your own fireworks.

n      Light only one firework at a time.

n      Never re-light a "dud" firework (wait 15 to 20 minutes then soak it in a bucket of water).

n      Never give fireworks to small children.

n      Dispose of fireworks properly by soaking them in water and then disposing of them in your trashcan.

n      Never throw or point fireworks at other people.

n      Never carry fireworks in your pocket.

n      Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers.

n      The shooter should always wear eye protection and never have any part of their body over the firework.

n      Stay away from illegal explosives.

Bill Fortune, Fire Chief

From the Ogallala Volunteer Fire Department, providing emergency
services to the communities of Keith County for 91 years.