SAR
The Search & Rescue Branch responds to all lost or missing person calls when requested by Alaska State Trooper and the public. We have assisted people stranded due to weather, tides, equipment failure, or injury. We also train in rope rescue techniques and assist EMS and Fire when more personnel are needed.
Volunteer Response
Pre-requisite: No prior knowledge, skill, or ability required.
Training Officer: Bjorn Stolpe
Training (Drill): Second and fourth Tuesday of every month from 6:00-8:00 P.M. Additional training may be available throughout the year and/or upon request.
Emergence Response: You will be notified via telephone and requested to respond if you are available.
In addition to the training offered, the Association and Department have meetings on the First Thursday
of every month at 7:00P.M. at Station 1. We ask that you attend the meetings. Dinner is provided at
6:00P.M. (location to be determined) if you want to eat with the group.
In addition to the training offered, the Association and Department have meetings on the First Thursday of every month at 7:00P.M. at Station 1. We ask that you attend the meetings. Dinner is provided at 6:00P.M. (location to be determined) if you want to eat with the group.
We understand that life is busy (family, work, school, volunteering, etc) and your time is limited. Maybe your job requires you to be away from town frequently and/or for long periods of time. Maybe your boss will not allow you to leave work. Do not let your busy schedule deter you from becoming a volunteering with PVFD. We currently have members from all walks of life: fishermen, Forest Service employees, self-employed business owners, hospital employees, small business employees, retired persons, etc. We just ask that you participate when you can.
There are many benefits from joining the Petersburg Volunteer Fire Department. You will become part of our family. You will be providing an amazing service to your community. You may be eligible for the many incentives offered by the Association and Borough.
Volunteer Chief Officers:
Fire Chief Danny Bird
Assistant Fire Chief David Berg
Assistant Fire Chief Troy Thynes
You will be contacted by a Department Officer following submission of your completed application.