MISSION

The Ponder Volunteer Fire Department Incorporated, a charitable and non profit organization, exists to provide a professional level of fire safety, life safety, and emergency medical services to the people and property within the Ponder Volunteer Fire Department response area, to prevent or minimize pain, suffering, or loss of life, and property.

This will be accomplished through the utilization of our members with aggressive training and modern equipment and a mutual aid cooperative agreement with neighboring departments in order to provide the highest quality of service and commitment toward excellence.

Emergency responders attending to a patient in a hospital room.
Four firefighters in uniform standing in front of a damaged yellow school bus that has been partially submerged or crashed, with a tow truck nearby in a grassy area under a cloudy sky.
A firefighter in uniform drawing on a large touchscreen display showing a bus. The firefighter's uniform has 'Wonder Fire Rescue' on the back.

VISION

Our vision is to transition from an all-volunteer to a combination department, fusing volunteer passion with professional expertise, ensuring unparalleled service. Empowering our community through innovation and unwavering dedication, the Ponder Volunteer Fire Department is expanding its scope to provide premier transport emergency medical services.

With a forward-looking approach guided by integrity and collaboration, we stand ready to be a steadfast ally in times of crisis and drive positive change in Ponder, securing a safer future for all.

Four fire department personnel stand in front of a red fire truck inside a fire station. The truck has 'Ponder Fire Department' written on it, and the personnel are wearing polo shirts and caps with fire department insignia.
Person on a tall fire truck ladder against blue sky with clouds.
A large group of people, including children and adults, gathered around a vintage red fire truck inside a fire station for a group photo.

Commitment/Dedication

Dedicated to protecting lives and property with professionalism, integrity, and unwavering commitment.

VALUES

Family

We believe in the strength of family, fostering respect, compassion, and unity within our organization while protecting and serving the families of our community.

Firefighters work to extinguish a burnt-out double-decker bus at night, with smoke billowing from the scene.

Team

Teamwork drives our success through collaboration, trust, and shared purpose.