Platteville Gilcrest Fire Protection District

09/12/2026

Our thoughts are with our neighboring department, their members, and the family and friends of their fallen brother/sister during this difficult time.

We stand with our fire service family as they come together to honor and remember a life dedicated to serving others.

Please keep their department, loved ones, and community in your thoughts as they gather to honor their fallen member.

The Greeley Fire Department invites our community to join us as we honor the life and service of Firefighter Alden Foote.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 17, at 10:00 a.m. at the Union Colony Civic Center, Monfort Concert Hall.

We are grateful for the tremendous support shown to Alden’s family and our GFD family. We hope you will join us as we come together to remember and honor Alden.

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001. We hold in our hearts the families whose lives were changed forever, the brave first responders who ran toward danger without hesitation, and the incredible acts of unity, bravery, and compassion that rose from the ashes.

We also honor and remember the tens of thousands of first responders, survivors, and residents who have lost their lives- or continue to fight devastating illnesses-in the years since due to toxic exposure from the fallen towers. Their sacrifice, bravery, and suffering must never be overlooked.

Time moves forward, but our promise remains unchanged: We will never forget.

08/27/2026

PGFPD is working with The Department of Wildlife to safely secure an animal in the area.

For everyone’s safety, 11th Street is closed between Birch Street and Vine Street. Please avoid the area and do not approach or attempt to interact with the animal.

DOW is asking everyone to stay away from the area to give the animal the space it needs to remain calm while crews work to safely secure it.

Please use an alternate route and follow the direction of emergency personnel. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to safely resolve the situation.

08/27/2026

Platteville Harvest Daze, you did not disappoint! 🚒✨ We had so much fun seeing you all at the parade.

Now for the real question: which truck was your favorite? Drop your vote in the comments! 👇🚒

08/13/2026

TIME IS RUNNING OUT: PGFPD FIREFIGHTER APPLICATIONS CLOSE AUG 14th!

Don't let this opportunity pass you by! The deadline to apply for the PGFPD Firefighter position is fast approaching.

If you’ve been thinking about taking the next step in your fire service career and serving our community, now is the time to act.

📅 Final Deadline: August 14th

www.pgfpd.org

08/12/2026

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Paramedic Angie! We're excited to have her on the team and can't wait to see the experience, compassion, and dedication she brings to our community.

Welcome aboard, Angie—we're glad you're here!

08/07/2026

Every call to PGFPD represents a neighbor in need and an opportunity to serve our community. Our team's dedication and readiness ensure we're here 24/7 to respond when it matters most.

08/06/2026

🚌 Back-to-school means more school buses on the road.

• Stop for buses with flashing red lights.
• Watch for children crossing in front of the bus.
• Give yourself extra time during morning and afternoon commutes.

Let's work together to keep every student safe.

08/05/2026

🚒 We’re Hiring Firefighters! 🚒

Are you ready to answer the call and serve your community? We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as firefighters.

Application deadline: Friday, August 14 at 4:00 PM.
Apply at pgfpd.org

Know someone who would make a great firefighter? Tag them below and help us spread the word!

08/04/2026

Does the fire hydrant near your house work? We test them every year to find out.

We know seeing water flow from a hydrant during a drought can raise questions. Annual hydrant testing is an essential part of keeping our community safe. It allows us to verify that each hydrant is working properly, provides adequate water flow, and is ready if firefighters need it during an emergency.

A few minutes of testing today helps ensure your neighborhood has reliable fire protection when it matters most. Thank you for your understanding as we complete this important annual safety check!