Cedar Area Fire & Rescue

04/24/2026

Did you know ... about What3Words?

What3Words is a locating app that breaks the entire globe down into 10'x10' squares, each with their own unique set of 3 words.

If you are lost or injured in the outdoors and call 911, you can give dispatch the three words for where you are and dispatch can use those words to direct responders to your specific location. Leelanau County Dispatch has already used the program multiple times to assist with finding lost and injured people in the large recreation areas in our county!

We know a lot of you are excited to start getting out into the outdoors this spring! Help us help you! Check it out!

Every 3 metre square has a unique 3 word address.

04/17/2026

🚨 VIDEO TOUR ALERT! 🚨

Say hello to the newest member of the fleet: Alpha 891! 🚑💨
We’re taking you behind the scenes and through the back doors for an exclusive virtual tour. From life-saving tech to the smoothest ride in the area, see what happens inside the rig before the sirens start blaring.
👇 Step inside the tour below!

04/16/2026

AMBULANCE FOR SALE! 🚑🚨

Year: 2012
Mileage: 106,593 miles
Type: Medium Duty
Chassis Manufacturer: International
Chassis Model: Terrastar
Fuel Type: Diesel
Drive Type: 2WD
Ambulance Manufacturer: McCoy Miller
Module Length: 171Inches
Module Headroom: 72Inches
Cab Access: Walk-Through Door (Crawl-Through)
Location: Cedar, Michigan
Stretcher: Stryker Manual Stretcher

Price= $18,000

Please contact for inquires or questions.

04/15/2026

CAFR had a much slower March in 2026 than in 2025, but still finished the month with almost 40 calls for service. April and May are generally our primary wildfire season, but with all of the rain that may not be the case this year! We still ask you to be safe if you decide to burn brush or do anything that would cause sparks or fire outside - check the DNR burn map for burn bans and make sure that any fires are fully extinguished before the weather dries out.

04/14/2026

The Cedar Area Fire & Rescue Board meeting locations are changing! Meetings will now rotate between the four township halls - meeting locations for the rest of 2026 are listed below. All meetings will continue to be at 5 pm.

May 4 (Monday) Kasson
June 3 Centerville
July 1 Cleveland
August 5 Solon
September 2 Cleveland
October 7 Centerville
November 4 Kasson
December 2 Solon

04/10/2026

Did you know ... that in 2018 Cedar Area Fire & Rescue bought their first new brush truck in over 30 years?

Before 2018, the brush truck used by CAFR for wildland fires was a 1984 Dodge pickup, which saw its fair share of fires in its 34-year history. The 2018 brush truck has now been in service for 8 years and you will likely see it on the road in upcoming weeks as we move into wildfire season!

04/05/2026

Hop, drop, and roll... into a happy Easter!

04/03/2026

Did you know ... that it's almost spring?!? For the fire department, that means it's almost wildland fire season.

Over the last few years, there have been numerous instances of wildfires causing structure fires in the northern Michigan region. You can help us by looking at your property with an eye toward defensible space while you are doing your spring cleanups! The attached image shows some ways to create defensible space on your property, and the firewise.org website offers many more tips!

04/02/2026

Happy Anniversary to Probationary Firefighter/EMT-B Cole Gross! P-FF/EMT Gross joined the department in 2025 as a part-time member of the crew just after completing his training as a firefighter.

In the last year, P-FF/EMT Gross has also finished his training as an EMT-B. He can often be found around the station working to complete his probationary training. Happy Anniversary!

04/01/2026

Happy Anniversary to part-time Firefighter/EMT-B and Administrative Assistant Dana Boomer! FF/EMT Boomer began performing administrative duties for the department in 2016, and received her firefighter and EMT-B certifications in 2019 and 2020.

In the last year, FF/EMT Boomer has finished the Fire Officer 3 and Incident Safety Officer courses, as well as completing the requirements to maintain her designation as a Professional Emergency Manager through the Michigan State Police Emergency Management & Homeland Security Division. Happy Anniversary!

03/27/2026

Did you know ... that every year CAFR releases an annual report that shares information on all of the activities of the department in the previous year?

The 2025 Annual Report is now available, and can be found at https://cms3.revize.com/revize/leelanaucounty/Documents/Cedar%20Fire/(Final)%202025%20Annual%20Report-1.pdf?t=202603191042090&t=202603191042090

This report provides information on the department's personnel, call volume, training, equipment, and other areas. Historical annual reports can be found on the department website at https://www.leelanau.gov/departments/emergency_management/cedar_area_fire_and_rescue/documents.php

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03/22/2026

🚒 World-Class Strength on the Front Lines!

We are incredibly proud to announce that our very own Lieutenant Voiles recently traveled to the Arnold Fitness Festival to compete in the World’s Strongest Firefighter competition!

Facing off against elite first responders from across the globe, Lt. Voiles pushed his limits in grueling events designed to test the ultimate level of functional strength, including:
• The Fire Hydrant Carry 🚰
• The Axe Hold 🪓
• The Fire Truck Pull 🚛

After an intense battle of grit and iron, Lt. Voiles finished as the 8th Strongest Firefighter in the World! 🏆

Beyond the ranking, this achievement is a testament to his unwavering commitment and the relentless dedication he brings to his training and his craft. It takes a special kind of discipline to perform at this level, and that same drive is what makes him an exceptional leader here at the station.
LT, we are honored to serve alongside you. Thank you for representing our department and our community on the world stage!