Cedar Area Fire & Rescue

12/21/2025

A difficult start to Sunday morning in Leelanau County. Your CAFR personnel responded as mutual aid for Glen Lake Fire Department with a structure fire that quickly spread to three homes.

Despite the devastating loss of one residence, the rapid response and fire attack from all involved departments successfully limited the damage to the two neighboring homes from a possible similar fate.

We are thinking of the families impacted by this morning's events. Thank you to all the first responders who were on the scene and represented from several different departments.

12/10/2025

November was another very busy month, although we didn't quite hit 700 calls for the year - that milestone was hit on December 2! We hope that you all stay safe through the upcoming holidays!

11/21/2025

As of the end of October, Cedar Fire has now run more calls than in the entirety of 2024! We are continuing to stay busy with calls of all types, as well as conducting trainings such as the recent rope rescue training at Pyramid Point. We hope all of you stay safe during hunting season and the upcoming holidays!

11/14/2025

Attention Hunters! Make Sure We Can Find You This Deer Season.

Deer season opens tomorrow, and we know many of you will be deep in the woods, far from roads and cell towers. If you or a hunting partner needs urgent help, knowing your location is the first step.

Cedar Area Fire and Rescue encourages every hunter to download the free what3words app.
How it helps us find you:
• It divides the entire world into 10 ft} \times 10 ft} squares.
• Each square has a unique, memorable three-word identifier (e.g., cabin.woods.trail).
• In an emergency, just share those three words with 911/dispatch, and we can navigate directly to your exact spot, saving precious time.

Stay safe, be prepared, and happy hunting!

11/14/2025

Congratulations to two of our newest members!

Cedar Area Fire and Rescue is proud to announce that two of our dedicated members, Nolan and Cole, have officially completed their Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course.

Their commitment to achieving this qualification ensures that we can continue to provide the highest level of pre-hospital care to the residents and visitors of the Cedar Area.

We look forward to their contributions as they put their training into action!

11/11/2025

Today we pause to honor the extraordinary men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. The debt of gratitude we owe our veterans is immeasurable.

Thank You For Your Service

-Cedar Area Fire and Rescue

11/07/2025

Attention:
your local firefighters and the National Park Service are conducting training at Pyramid Point today. Don't be concerned if you see fire department activity in the area - we are just working on our rescue and EMS skills!

11/02/2025

*UPDATE* The road is reopened as of 6 pm. *UPDATE*

Coleman RD North of W Empire HWY (M72) is closed to all vehicle traffic indefinitely. Find an alternate route.

10/28/2025

🥳 Celebrating National First Responder Day!
Today, October 28th, on National First Responders Day, the entire team at Cedar Area Fire and Rescue wants to pause and recognize the selfless dedication of all first responders, everywhere.

🔥 Honoring Our Heroes
From the men and women running into danger, to the dispatchers coordinating the response, to the law enforcement officers who respond without hesitation, to the Paramedics/EMTs providing life-saving care—you are the vital heartbeat of our community’s safety.
To our own team, and to our partners in law enforcement, EMS, and all emergency services: thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and commitment to being there on the toughest days.

💬 How You Can Help Us Celebrate
Please join us in showing your appreciation! Give a shout-out to a first responder you know in the comments, or simply wave and say thanks when you see us around the area. A moment of recognition goes a long way.

10/15/2025

10/09/2025

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