CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Fire Department has recently promoted Christopher Steinhoff to the position of fire captain. Fire captains are small team leaders of the fire department. The position puts the individual in charge of leading a team into many different and challenging situations. It is ultimately up to the captain to ensure stabilization […]
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Firefighters stop early-morning blaze on Jefferson Street
CASPER, Wyo. — At approximately 4:30 a.m. on Sunday morning, the Casper Fire-EMS Department was dispatched to a structure fire on the 1000 block of North Jefferson Street. The first units arrived on scene to a one-story single-family home with light smoke showing. Initial units located and contained the fire to the room of origin, […]
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Home destroyed in Saturday blaze; no injuries reported
No injuries were reported in a Saturday fire that claimed a home.
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Investigation of ‘suspicious package’ temporarily closes Cody Avenue
CASPER, Wyo. — Cody Avenue was closed down this afternoon, with several residents being evacuated from their homes, as emergency personnel responded to suspicious packages as part of an inactive Casper Police Department investigation. Casper Fire-EMS firefighters were dispatched to the scene on the 1700 block of Cody Avenue to assist the police just after […]
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Casper Fire-EMS Department urges residents to keep fire hydrants clear
CASPER, Wyo. — As efforts to keep streets plowed and clear continue in the wake of this week’s snowfall, fire hydrants throughout Casper and the rest of Natrona County are invariably being covered in snow. Because of this, the Casper Fire-EMS Department is asking locals to do their part in helping to ensure hydrants stay […]
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Fire-EMS Department to recognize Casper resident
CASPER, Wyo. — When Casper resident Andrew Harris saw his racquetball opponent collapse, he leapt into action, administering CPR and ultimately saving the man’s life. Today, the Casper Fire-EMS Department will recognize Harris for his quick thinking and lifesaving action. “In this instance, the initiation of Bystander CPR immediately upon recognition of cardiorespiratory arrest by […]
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Improper smoking material blamed in Friday structure fire
CASPER, Wyo. — The accidental improper disposal of smoking materials is believed to have been the cause of a Friday night structure fire at a residence on the 1200 block of Forest Drive. Firefighters arrived to the single-family home after the call came in at 10:15 p.m. to find a large amount of smoke and […]
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‘Benevolent Fund’ garage sale benefiting firefighters kicks off
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Firefighters are hosting a garage sale today, with proceeds going to support the department’s Benevolent Fund, which provides financial support to firefighters facing hardships related to medical crises. The garage sale kicked off at 7 a.m. and will run until 5 p.m. at Station 3, located at the corner of […]
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Further details released in Friday fire
At approximately 11:00 AM today, Casper Fire-EMS was called to a structure fire in the 1100 block of South Nebraska Street. Crews arrived to find a small fire burning on an exterior wall on the back side of a multi-unit apartment building. Officials say that the fire was extending into wall space but had not […]
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Emergency crews respond to Friday fire in Casper (PHOTOS)
Emergency crews were called out to the 1100 block of Nebraska Avenue in Casper after receiving reports of smoke and possible fire. The call was received at approximately 10:50 a.m. on Friday morning. Crews reported over emergency scanner that the fire was contained within minutes of crews’ arrival. Casper Fire-EMS officials say that the call […]
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Casper fire responds to Saturday fire call
Firefighters located an area around a fireplace enclosure had been burning.
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Casper Fire-EMS: Centurylink outage not reported to affect Casper area 911 calls
Casper Fire-EMS says that a Centrylink outage is not currently affecting 911 service in the Casper area. This, despite reports of some disruption in other areas.
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Emergency crews respond to Sunday night fire
The home on the 4100 block of Squaw Creek Road in Natrona County was fully involved when Oil City reporters arrived, with flames visible from the windows and roof.
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Fire crews respond to Friday morning structure fire in Casper
At approximately 8:26 am a 911 call was received for a reported structure fire on the 3000 block of East 4th St.
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Emergency crews respond to North Casper gas leak
Casper Fire-EMS and Casper Police were observed on scene, after a gas leak was reported just after 1:00 pm
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Casper Fire-EMS responds to smoke investigation on 2nd Street
Officials with the agency say that it was a false alarm.
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Fire destroys pickup truck in Casper neighborhood
Casper Fire-EMS responded to a truck fire on the 700 block of South Lincoln on Friday afternoon. The early-80s Ford pickup was fully engulfed when firefighters arrived on the scene and attacked it with water. Onlookers around the neighborhood watched as firefighters struggled to pry open the truck’s hood to completely extinguish the fire. No […]
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Casper Fire-EMS responds to house fire on Sunrise Drive (PHOTOS)
Casper Fire-EMS responded to a house fire on the 4400 block of Sunrise Drive in Casper, during the afternoon hours of July 16th.
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Information released on Monday’s fire
Casper Fire-EMS has released aome initial information on a late night Structure fire in north Casper, Monday.
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Casper Fire-EMS: Let dispatch know if you become separated from your water craft
Casper Fire-EMS and area agencies are asking the public’s assistance when it comes to watercraft in the Platte River or other bodies of water.
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Details released on Sunday fire in Casper
Casper Fire- EMS officials have released information regarding a late-night fire on the 100 block of West 14th Street. Shortly before 10:00pm on Sunday, April 29th, Casper Fire-EMS units were dispatched to a reported structure fire located at 133 W. 14th Street. Initial reports stated smoke and fire were coming from an attached garage in […]
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Casper Fire-EMS advises of CY Ave closure, due to hazardous material
(UPDATE: 12:30 pm 4/16/18)- CY Avenue has reopened ahead of schedule, according to officials with the Casper Police Department. Details can be found here: CY Avenue reopens following meth arrest and investigation (UPDATE: 9:40 am, 4/16/18)- Casper Police have confirmed that the closure of CY Avenue is related to the arrest of two individuals and […]
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Fire officials release details on Parkway Plaza fire
Officials with Casper Fire-EMS have released a statement regarding a Thursday fire at the Parkway Plaza Hotel and Conference Center in Casper. Parkway Plaza employees have also confirmed that the hotel is still open for business and they are still accepting guests. According to a written statement from fire officials, sent to media Thursday night, […]