Brilliant Volunteer Fire Department

04/12/2026

***Working Fire***

This afternoon at approximately 3:46 PM multiple departments were dispatched to a report of a house on fire on Co Rd 17. On arrival, crews had fire and smoke throughout the first floor of the home with a report of 2 dogs still inside. Crews were able to knock the fire down quickly and locate the dogs that were unresponsive, but breathing. both dogs were transported to a local animal hospital with the help of Wells Township PD, and around 5:45 we’re told they were both awake and moving. Special thanks goes out to all of our mutual aid partners from Tiltonsville, Rayland, Yorkville, Smithfield & Mingo Jct. The incident is under investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s Office. We ask that you please keep the family in your thoughts, and if any info is made available on being able to help them out we will keep you informed.

04/04/2026

Today, some of our members were able to take part in a Joint Auto-Extrication Training. Thank you to Tiltonsville and Rayland Fire Departments for hosting!

03/26/2026

Please welcome us in Congratulating our Newest Paramedic Ian Bissonnette for passing his NREMT-Paramedic exam.

03/17/2026

Not Your Average Neighbor Story on WTRF this evening.
The Brilliant VFD is honored to have had an individual be such an influence on not just our organization, but to all others in our region! Gary always pushed those around him to be a better firefighter, and person. We would also like to thank Val, RC, and Jess for allowing the time spent away from his family at home to ensure those at our organization, as well as community members were safe in times of tragedy. Although gone from us physically, his spirit carries on through our organization, as well as the GRF Training Academy. Thank You Chief, for your years of dedication and and persistence in making all of us better!

Not Your Average Neighbor: Firefighter and educator leaves behind lasting legacy

03/01/2026

Yesterday 10 members of the BVFD completed their Rope Rescue Operations Class. This was a 32hr class covers the required hardware and basic rope systems, to include lowering, hauling and belay systems. Thank You goes out to Instructor RC Fellows for coming back to teach the class, and Congratulations to those members who constantly dedicate their time to becoming better prepared to serve your community!

01/02/2026

2025 proved to be one of the busiest years for our organization. We want to thank our community for your continued support as always!

01/01/2026

From all of us at Brilliant Fire Department, we want to wish all of you a safe and Happy New Year!

12/25/2025

12/20/2025

SANTA is starting his trip! Beginning at South end of Town

12/18/2025

ANNUAL SANTA RUN INFORMATION 2025-
Our 2025 Santa Run will be held on Saturday, December 20th beginning at 4:00pm in Brilliant. We will post when Santa is leaving the station. This year, after Santa makes his way through Brilliant, we will safely drive Santa to meet at Plum Run Church of Christ and Christian Union (200 Township Road 151) from 5:30-6:00pm. Any township residents who cannot make it to Brilliant for the Santa Run are welcome to meet us there. Thank you for allowing us to continue this wonderful tradition!

12/16/2025

Congratulations to our members who recently achieved new certifications!
Rebecca Perry- Nationally Registered Paramedic

Lacey Reagin- Nationally Registered EMT

12/06/2025

FOOD DRIVE HAS STARTED!! LISTEN FOR THE SIRENS!!

ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE IS TODAY!
Please place any cans or non perishables where they can be seen as we walk/drive by. We will begin collecting at 11:00 this morning. Occasionally we miss bags that we may not see or overlook. We do try our best! If we happen to miss items at your house, message our Facebook or call us and we will be sure to come back and pick up the items we missed. Any donations can also be dropped off at the station at any time. Thank you all for supporting us!