Ewen Volunteer Fire Department

05/10/2026

No debris burning is allowed today. Please be responsible.

05/09/2026

Please be responsible and please share. No debris burning at this time. Conditions are very dangerous.

05/05/2026

05/02/2026

Join us on May 30th from 12–4 PM at the Wakefield VFW to support Kuchie and his family.

Kuchie is one of the kindest people you’ll ever meet—always willing to help others—so let’s come together and show that same support for him.

04/22/2026

Burn restrictions are already active. Please be responsible.

As temperatures rise and the sun starts to stick around a little longer, so does the risk for spring wildfires. Even a small, controlled burn can quickly get out of hand this time of year due to dry grass, leaves, and changing winds. 🌬🍂

Before starting any outdoor burning or campfires, be sure to check the current permit status using the Michigan DNR Burn Permits Map. Burn restrictions can change daily, and it’s your responsibility to know before you light.

https://www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/

If you are going burn, be sure to do the following:

🔥 Keep a water source nearby (hose, buckets, etc.)
🔥 Keep tools handy (shovel, rake, etc.) to control spread
🔥 Clear any dry grass/leaves from around burn piles
🔥 Keep fires small and manageable
🔥 Supervise the fire at all times — NEVER leave any fire unattended
🔥 Fully extinguish the fire with water and stir ashes until cool to the touch before leaving

Stay safe, stay aware, and help us protect our community, homes, and forests. 🔥🚒

04/01/2026

Today’s sponsor spotlight is group that is always there to help when people need it. Doesn’t matter if it’s the middle of the night or a holiday…The Ewen Volunteer Fire Department. We not only thank you for your sponsorship but we’d like to thank you for your service to the Western UP.

03/05/2026

🚒👨‍🚒 Firefighters/MFRs Needed! 👨‍🚒🚒

Here in Watersmeet, we know life is busy for everyone. Work, family, school, long commutes, and everything in between — not everyone feels like they have extra time to give.

But when the pager goes off at 2 a.m... when a neighbor’s home is on fire… when someone’s loved one can’t breathe… someone has to be the one who shows up.

That someone could be you.

Our community depends on volunteers willing to step forward in emergency situations. The need is real, and it’s growing. We are in need of both Firefighters and Medical First Responders. You don’t need experience — just commitment and heart.

All training and education are provided at no cost to you. You don't need to be a firefighter to be a first responder. But you also don't have to be one or the other. We will give you the tools, knowledge, and support you need to serve safely and confidently.

And you don’t have to live right in town to join. Whether you live on the Cisco Chain, the county line, or next door to the fire hall, you can be a valuable member of the Watersmeet Township Fire Department.

If you or someone you know has ever thought about making a difference, this is your chance. Please share, spread the word, and message us today for more information or to learn how to join. 👨‍🚒🚒

02/23/2026

There will be a two hour delay today, Monday, February 23, 2026.

02/18/2026

Due to weather and road conditions, we will be closed today.

02/16/2026

Thank you to everyone that helped support our annual fundraiser! It is greatly appreciated! 🚒

01/08/2026

🚑 Save the Date 🚑

2026 BCVFD & EVFD prime rib dinner fundraiser is Saturday, February 14th at the Ewen Centennial Hall. Tickets available soon! Please share!