Oxdrift Fire Team

09/01/2026

As students head back to school this week, the Oxdrift Fire Team want to wish all the kids, parents, teachers, and school staff a safe and successful school year!

With school buses back on our roads, here are a few important reminders for drivers:

Stop for school buses. When a school bus has its lights flashing and stop arm extended, come to a complete stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and the bus begins moving.

Give buses plenty of space. Never pass a stopped school bus or attempt to drive around it.

Watch for children. Kids may be excited, distracted, or unpredictable when getting on or off the bus. Slow down and be prepared to stop near bus stops and school zones.

Leave yourself extra time. School traffic can mean more buses, pedestrians, and vehicles on the road. Plan accordingly and don't rush.

08/28/2026

The Oxdrift Fire Team proudly supported this year's 119th Fall Fair!

Firefighters worked behind the scenes wetting down the riding arena between events keeping the dust down giving spectators unobstructed view of the show.

Congratulations to all those who participated.

08/26/2026

For Immediate Release: Dryden Fire Service Achieves Superior Tanker Shuttle Service Accreditation

As of August 26, 2026 - Effective August 8, 2026, Dryden Fire Service has achieved Superior Tanker Shuttle Accreditation for alternative water supply for public fire protection

Thank you to Oxdrift Fire Team for supporting us with additional tanker trucks through the Provincial Mutual Aid Program, and the City of Dryden Water Department for the water supply.

Congratulations to the members of the Dryden Fire Service for being the first fire department in Northwestern Ontario to achieve this rating!

For more information, see the media release or visit our website at www.dryden.ca/fire

08/19/2026

08/08/2026

The Oxdrift Fire Team will be participating in this event. Please use caution on Hwy 601.

Attention City of Dryden Residents!

Firefighter Training in Progress on August 8, 2026 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

During this time, residents may notice increased emergency vehicle traffic running from Scott Street to Lyle Road. Firefighters will use emergency lights and sirens during this specific training. There is no emergency; please reduce speed and pull over for firefighters.

Note: Hydrants will be in use. While the water supply remains safe to use, there may be temporary low water pressure or discoloured water due to hydrant use.

Dryden Fire Service thanks you for your patience and understanding as we conduct critical training to ensure our members safely protect the community.

08/04/2026

🚨MVC🚨 3/8/2026 19:30

Emergency crews from Oxdrift Fire, EMS, and Police responded to a single-vehicle rollover on Highway 665 involving multiple occupants.

Firefighters stabilized the vehicle and disconnected the battery to eliminate electrical hazards, ensuring the scene was safe for responders and patients. EMS assessed the occupants on scene, and fortunately only minor injuries were reported.

Crews left the scene at 20:30. Use caution on Hwy 665 as Tow removes the vehicle.

08/01/2026

We would like to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of all organizations who support Ontario’s wildland firefighting efforts, including:
• local municipal and community fire departments and other first responders
• Ontario Provincial Police and other police services
• Indigenous communities, leadership, organizations and emergency services
• utility providers

Thank you to all those who assist us with responding to wildland fires and managing emergency responses.

Learn more about current fire situation across Ontario at ontario.ca/FireUpdates and by following Ontario Forest Fires.

07/31/2026

🚨FIRE/Hydro🚨 30/7/2026 19:02

Fire crews remain on standby as severe storms continue to move through our area.

Firefighters from Oxdrift and Dryden have been working alongside Hydro One and the MNRF to extinguish spot fires caused by trees coming into contact with hydro lines.

Crews remain vigilant as we experience a higher then normal call volume.

07/30/2026

Excellent team work by all, congratulations on safely protecting your communities and wildlands!

We want to thank the more than 20 volunteer municipal firefighters who worked alongside MNR FireRangers to suppress the Thunder Bay 58 wildland fire.

With crews from six municipal fire departments, this response is an outstanding example of the collaboration, teamwork and commitment that help keep Ontario communities safe.

Volunteers from the following departments played a key role in the response:
• Neebing Emergency Services
• Nolalu Fire Rescue and First Response
• Gillies Fire Rescue
• O'Connor Volunteer Fire Department
• Oliver Paipoonge Fire & Emergency Services
• Thunder Bay Fire Rescue

We’re grateful for the dedication of fire crews across the province and for the communities that come together to help protect Ontario.

Stay informed about current fire activity and response efforts at ontario.ca/FireUpdates and by following Ontario Forest Fires.