Carter Lake Fire & Rescue

05/04/2026

Carter Lake ♥️’s our firefighters today and every day! Happy

04/17/2026

Tomorrow from 8:00 am-2:00pm Carter Lake Fire and Rescue will be out of service for the funeral of Retired Fire Chief Carl Wilson. During this time Omaha Fire Department will be covering all Fire and EMS calls.

Thank you for all of the support to the department and family during this time.

04/08/2026

Carter Lake Fire Department is mourning the loss of Retired Fire Chief Carl Wilson. Carl Wilson passed on March 23, 2026, at the age of 91. He was the last of our charter members serving from 1956 to 1991. During this time he devoted countless hours of service to our community.

As a charter member Carl was one of the 24 members that established our department. Following the electrical fire that destroyed our first station. Carl was one of the members that would build the station that we use today, going into service August 8, 1976. Carl constantly pushed for improving the department. This included aiding in purchasing our first ambulance, forming the water rescue team, and joining Tri-Mutual Aid.

As our longest serving chief, Carl created a legacy that remains a part of department to this day.

03/21/2026

Expect traffic delays on Storz Expressway and Sorenson Parkway for the procession of MSG. Noah Tietjens will be around 1:00 pm tomorrow.

Press Release: Omaha Police Announce Procession Honoring Fallen MSG. Noah Tietjens

The Omaha Police Department is assisting in es**rting U.S. Army Master Sergeant Noah Tietjens to Forest Lawn Cemetery. Sergeant Tietjens will arrive at Eppley Airfield on Saturday, March 21, 2026, around 1:00 pm, with the es**rt to follow. The public will not have access to the area of the airport where Sergeant Tietjens will be arriving.

Citizens are encouraged to show their support along the route of the motorcade, but are reminded to allow room for vehicles and be mindful of following:

Park in compliance with parking regulations
Ask permission before parking in private business parking lots
Do not block private driveways
Be patient if in traffic, and expect delays along the route
Do not illegally park along the route, block intersections, or impede the motorcade. Citizens are encouraged to utilize interstate overpasses for viewing, rather than stopping alongside the interstate.

The route will start at Lindberg Drive and Storz Expressway and travel north. The remainder of the route is as follows: Storz Expressway to Sorenson Parkway, Sorenson Parkway to N. 56th St., N 56th St. to the north until the arrival at the entrance of Forest Lawn cemetery.

02/20/2026

On February 18, 2026, members of the Carter Lake Fire Honor Guard attended the funeral of OFD’s Captain John Olson. Captain Olson passed on February 12, 2026, after a battle with cancer. We appreciate the camaraderie between our departments and are honored to be there during their time of grief.

We extend our deepest and most sincere condolences to Captain Olson’s family, the Omaha Fire Department, and all who mourn his loss.

02/19/2026

SNOW EMERGENCY

01/29/2026

On Monday February 2nd from 8am-4pm, 9th street from Ave K north to the Church will be closed while crews perform valve work. Thank You!!

01/14/2026

Congratulations to our Fire Captain Ava Brandt for graduating and beginning her service with Lincoln Fire & Rescue, all while continuing to dedicate her time, leadership, and expertise to Carter Lake Fire Department. Thank you for all you have done for our community!

Chief Engler and Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird proudly introduce the 25-2 and 25-3 Lincoln Fire & Rescue Recruit Class graduates. Congratulations to all of our newest Team members!

01/10/2026

For National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day we'd like to thank all of the hard work that Carter Lake Police Department does for us and this community!

A special thank you to Liz Sanders who serves as a police officer and firefighter for Carter Lake!

01/05/2026

On January 4, 2026, at 10:03 am Carter Lake Fire responded to a structure fire at N 11th St and Redick Blvd. Upon arrival the renter and their pets were successfully evacuated with no injuries. The fire was in the attic and walls. It was quickly extinguished and overhaul started.

At 07:28 pm CLFD was dispatched to a rekindle at the residence. Smoke was showing on arrival. It was determined that there was no active fire. Crews began searching for any remaining hot spots within the attic insulation.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Thank you to Carter Lake Police Department and city maintenance for their help on this incident.

Photo courtesy of our EMS crew on scene

01/04/2026

Cooking is a leading cause of home fires, home fire injuries, and home fire deaths. From 2017 to 2019 it accounted for 51% of home fires.

Source US Fire Administration and NFPA