Timberlake Fire Protection District

05/31/2026

Today, Saturday May 30th at 10:24 AM, Timberlake Fire Protection District was dispatched to a report of a subject who had fallen and sustained a possible femur fracture approximately 4.5 miles up a remote trail.

Due to the location, the trail was inaccessible by vehicle or UTV, requiring crews to hike nearly three hours to reach the patient. Recognizing the challenging terrain and need for advanced rescue capabilities, we requested Rescue 3, the Spokane County Sheriff’s helicopter staffed by highly trained firefighter/paramedics from the Spokane area.

Our crews arrived on scene simultaneously with the helicopter team. Together, responders assessed, treated, and packaged the patient for transport. Rescue 3 personnel then successfully hoisted the patient into the helicopter and transported them to a nearby hospital for further care.

The operation required a 9-mile round-trip hike with approximately 7,000 feet of elevation gain and loss. Thanks to the teamwork, dedication, and professionalism of everyone involved, the patient was safely removed from a very remote location.

We would also like to thank our mutual aid partners at Northern Lakes Fire District and Kootenai County Fire & Rescue for their assistance and support during this incident.

Crews cleared the scene and returned to service at approximately 5:00 PM.

Great work by all agencies involved and a reminder of the importance of regional cooperation in providing emergency services to our community.

North Idaho NewsNorthern Lakes Fire Protection DistrictKootenai County Fire & Rescue KHQ Local NewsKREM 2 NewsCoeur d'Alene Press4 News Now

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women of our United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend—it is a time to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and selflessness of those who gave everything to protect the freedoms we enjoy every day.

As we gather with family and friends, please take a moment to remember the heroes who never made it home.

From all of us at Timberlake Fire Protection District, we extend our deepest gratitude to the fallen and to the families who carry their legacy forward.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

🇺🇸

05/25/2026

🚒 Bayview Daze 2026 T-Shirts! 🇺🇸

We are bringing back Bayview Daze shirts again this year after the great response last year!

To help us get the right sizes and avoid over-ordering, we are taking shirt requests now.

Please comment below with the size shirt(s) you would like and quantity.

⚠️ We need all sizes and quantities by Friday, May 29th to make sure shirts arrive in time for Bayview Daze.

Shirts will be available by donation, and we will let everyone know when they are ready for pickup.

Thank you for supporting Timberlake Fire Protection District and helping make Bayview Daze a great community event!

05/05/2026

Today is International Firefighters’ Day.

I want to recognize the people in this district who show up every day ready to do the job — no matter what that looks like.

Our full-time firefighters, volunteers, and seasonal staff don’t look for recognition. They show up because they care about this community and the people in it. Whether it’s a working fire, a medical call, or getting toned out in the middle of the night for something minor — they bring the same effort every time.

We’ve been busy, and our crews continue to show up and handle it. Long days, late nights, and back-to-back calls — they keep getting it done without complaint.

I also want to recognize our Division Chiefs — they carry a heavy load behind the scenes and help keep everything moving in the right direction.

And to the families at home — you’re a big part of this too. We don’t say that enough.

To our community, thank you for the continued support. We’re proud to serve you.

And to our people — take the recognition today… tomorrow we’ll go back to giving each other a hard time like usual.

I am proud of this team.

Chief Hermenet

04/23/2026

Today we’re celebrating Administrative Professionals Day, and we’re lucky enough to have not one… but TWO Brittanys keeping this place from completely falling apart.

Brittany (left), our Executive Assistant, and Brittany (right), our Administrative Assistant, are the backbone of our department. From keeping things organized, managing the chaos, answering the endless questions, and somehow keeping all of us on track—they do it all (and probably deserve hazard pay for it).

A lot of what they do happens behind the scenes, but it makes a huge impact every single day.

We truly couldn’t do this job without you both. Thank you for everything you do for our department and our community—we appreciate you more than you know.

04/10/2026

Update: Crews have the fire contained, and are off the mountain for the night. Firefighters will be back out tomorrow morning to finish moping up hot spots. Thank you all for your support!!

🚨 Wildland Fire Update – Bayview / Cape Horn Mountain 🚨

Timberlake Fire crews are currently on scene of a wildland fire in the Bayview area on Cape Horn Mountain. The fire is estimated at approximately 2 acres in size and is not currently threatening any structures.

Firefighters are working in challenging terrain, which has made access around the entire fire difficult. Due to the steep and rugged topography, progress has been slower, but the fire is moving at a slow rate at this time.

We are working alongside several mutual aid partners, including Spirit Lake Fire, Selkirk Fire, Northside Fire, Northern Lakes Fire, and the Idaho Department of Lands. We appreciate their support and continued partnership.

Crews will remain on scene working to gain full containment.

We’ll provide updates as conditions change.

— Timberlake Fire Protection District 🚒🔥

04/06/2026

🚒 NOW HIRING: SEASONAL FIREFIGHTERS 🚒

Timberlake Fire District is looking to add to our team this season. If you’re ready to get hands-on experience, serve your community, and be part of something bigger—we want to hear from you.

This is a great opportunity to work alongside both career and volunteer firefighters while making a real impact in Athol, Bayview, and the surrounding areas.

🔥 What you can expect:
• Real-world fire & EMS response experience
• A fast-paced, team-driven environment
• The opportunity to serve a growing and supportive community

📅 Important Dates:
• Start Date: June 6th
• Application Deadline: Friday, May 1st

✅ Minimum Requirements to Apply:
Applicants must have:
• Firefighter I (FF1) and Or EMT certification

📩 How to Apply:
Submit your application or letter of interest by May 1st.

Whether you’re looking to build experience or continue your path in the fire service, this is a chance to be part of a department that takes pride in its people and its mission.

We’re proud of what we’re building here—and we’re looking for the right people to be part of it.

🔥 Come be part of something bigger.

04/05/2026

03/26/2026

Blue Shift Doing Blue Shift Things 💪🚒

After the wind decided to remind us who’s boss the other day, one of our local couples ended up with a tree on their house and a whole mess left behind.

While EMS 61 and Engine 62 crews were on scene for a call at the residence, they noticed the situation. A tree crew had already removed the tree from the house, but a large amount of debris had been left behind—and it was blocking the couple’s secondary egress ramp. The cleanup crew wasn’t expected back for 2–3 weeks.

Not exactly ideal… especially when getting in and out safely matters.

So before clearing the scene, crews grabbed some tools and got to work. They moved the debris to a safe location and reopened the ramp so the homeowners could safely access their home.

Proud of this crew and the work they continue to do for our community. 👏🚒

03/19/2026

🚨 SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE TONIGHT! 🚨

Our community partners at Iron Pizza in Athol are hosting a fundraiser today from 4PM to close to help raise money for Timberlake Fire — and we’d love to see you there! 🍕🔥

👉 20% of food & drink sales will be donated
👉 Raffles, silent auction & cash donations available

💡 What’s the goal?
Funds raised will go toward purchasing AEDs (defibrillators) for our off-duty firefighters and volunteers, so they can respond and provide lifesaving care even when they’re not on shift.

❤️ Early defibrillation saves lives — and this directly helps protect our community.

Come enjoy:
🍕 Great food & drinks
🚒 Fire trucks on site for the kids
🎟️ Awesome raffle & auction items

Huge thank you to Iron Pizza and everyone helping make this happen!

Stop by, bring the family, and help support lifesaving equipment for your local firefighters.

TODAY 4PM TO CLOSE Timberlake Fire Fundraiser for AEDs. 1) You eat & drink = we donate 20% of proceeds. 2) Raffles 3) Silent Auction 4) Cash donations 😃

Goal: Raise $$ to purchase AEDs so each volunteer fireman can have one in his truck.

Fire trucks on site for kids to visit.

Silent Auction (with more to come):
Custom Built Fishing Rod – Fishhook Rods – $600 value
Rathdrum Animal Clinic – Basket of pet-related items – Value TBD
Milwaukee Power Tools – Idaho 10-33 Foundation – $300 value
Mobile Pet Grooming – Dog grooming services – $140 value
North40 – Benchmade Knife – $250 value
ColorStreet – Nail salon services – Value TBD
Main St Taphouse – Beer and wine items – Value TBD
Terroir Wine – Seats to a wine tasting – Value TBD

CDA Press article:
https://cdapress.com/news/2026/mar/02/defibrillators-north-idaho/

KREM News feature:
https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/idaho/man-raise-money-buy-defibrillators-timberlake-fire-protection-district/293-a548c2e6-89d0-42d5-bbf1-8044fb1f4638