Ontario and Nyssa Fire depts. respond to onion shed fire

PAYETTE — Firefighters from Nyssa, Ontario, and other surrounding agencies provided mutual aid to the Payette Fire Department in responding to an onion shed fire on Monday. The Payette Fire Department recognized and thanked all agencies for responding. Read the full press release below:

(From Payette Fire Department)

On August 31, the Payette Fire Department responded to a fire at Partners Produce, involving one of their onion processing sheds.

We are incredibly thankful for the support of our neighboring departments who responded to assist our crews: Fruitland Fire Department, New Plymouth Fire Department, Weiser Fire Department, Gem County Fire Department , Nyssa Fire Department, Sand Hollow Fire Department, and Ontario Fire Department.

One of the most impressive aspects of this response was the water shuttle operation. The coordination, communication, and teamwork between all of the responding departments allowed crews to efficiently move water to the fire scene and maintain an effective water supply throughout the operation.

We are also proud to recognize that all of these departments are members of the Snake River Valley Training Association. The time these departments spend training together throughout the year helps build the relationships, communication, and trust that are so important when a large incident occurs.

This incident was a great example of what can be accomplished when departments work together.

Thank you to every department and every firefighter who answered the call. Your support, teamwork, and dedication to our communities are greatly appreciated!

— Payette Fire Department

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