Welcome 

Mist-Birkenfeld RFPD is the very most Northwest fire district in Columbia County, Oregon.  It encompasses 135 square miles and supports a local population of approximately 1,388 people. The district is also responsible to provide emergency medical assistance and Ambulance transport.

Mist-Birkenfeld RFPD's mission is to prevent or minimize the loss of life and property by providing fire suppression, rescue and emergency medical services, to mitigate the consequences of natural or man made disasters, to educate its patrons in fire safety and first aid, and to provide other public support services using all available resources to accomplish these goals.

               Our Vision

Great Leadership



From left to right:

Retired Fire Chief Dave Crawford

Assistant Chief Mary Lou Busch

Fire Chief Joe Kaczenski

Deputy Chief Don Beck

Division Chief Nick Berg

EMS Division Chief Ann Berg.

Suit Up And Show Up For Your Community



We are always looking for more volunteers.  If you've got a little extra time to spare and are willing to help, we want you!  Stop by the Main Station to apply or click on our "Membership" page and download an application.