Clinton Fire Protection District Newsletter- February 2026

Clinton Fire Protection District Newsletter – February 2026

A true Wisconsin February brought everything from bitter cold to spring-like warmth, parkas one week and t-shirts the next. The only constant was continued training for CFPD. Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to this month.

February Trainings

Air Consumption & Mask Fit Testing

With February comes our annual air consumption drills and SCBA mask fit testing. Fit testing ensures a proper seal on each member’s mask to prevent smoke and other hazardous contaminants from entering while operating in IDLH environments.

Air consumption drills provide members with a practical understanding of how long they can work before reaching low-air levels. These drills also give command staff valuable insight into each firefighter’s work capacity and expected operational time inside an IDLH environment, ensuring safe and effective operations.

EMS Toxicology

This month’s EMS training focused on toxicology and how various substances interact within the body. Dr. Andrew Dean reminded members of the well-known principle by 16th-century Swiss physician Paracelsus: “The dose makes the poison.”

Members reviewed common toxic exposures and discussed the importance of safe storage practices for chemicals and medications within the home.

ICS & Tactics with Assistant Chief Farley

Assistant Chief Farley conducted his annual ICS and tactics training. This session provided members, senior firefighters, and officers with a review of incident command principles, operational strategies, and tactical decision-making.

Chief Farley outlined expectations for Incident Commanders and reinforced a structured approach to managing complex and evolving incidents.

Instagram

CFPD is now on Instagram. Follow us at @clintonfireprotectiondistrict for updates, photos, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of training and operations.

Greeny Makes the Jump

CFPD is proud to announce that FF/EMT Blake Greenwell has accepted a position with the South Beloit Fire Department through a contract with South Metro Paramedic Services. He will begin his assignment on March 11.

Blake has a strong passion for the fire service. He is frequently at the station honing his skills, training alongside the duty crew, and continually looking for ways to improve. His work ethic and dedication have made him a valuable member of CFPD.

We are confident he will excel in this next chapter of his career and look forward to watching his continued growth in the profession. Blake plans to remain with CFPD in a part-time capacity.

Incident Response – Tighe Road

On February 20, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Clinton Fire Protection District was dispatched to a reported chimney fire on Tighe Road that was extending into the structure.

Upon arrival, crews confirmed active fire conditions. Due to heavy winds and the absence of nearby hydrants, a MABAS box alarm was requested. Approximately 2,700 feet of large-diameter hose (LDH) was deployed, and a tender relay operation was established to meet water supply demands.

No injuries were reported. The home is considered a total loss, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

CFPD extends its appreciation to our mutual aid partners for their assistance.

Conclusion

As we move into March, CFPD remains committed to ongoing training, operational readiness, and serving our community with professionalism and dedication. The combination of continued education, hands-on drills, and real-world response ensures our members are prepared for whatever challenges arise.

We appreciate the continued support of our community and our mutual aid partners, and we look forward to a safe and productive month ahead.