15
Mar 2026
Spring Wildland Fire Training Complete
Our crew completed 40 hours of wildland fire refresher training in preparation for fire season, including live-fire exercises.
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Eastern Sierra Nevada · Est. 1979
Protecting Bridgeport Since 1979
Volunteer firefighters answering every call in the Bridgeport Valley and Eastern Sierra backcountry — through wildland fires, alpine winters, and everything in between.
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The Bridgeport Fire Protection District has served the Bridgeport Valley and surrounding Eastern Sierra communities for over four decades. Our all-volunteer team responds to structure fires, wildland fires, medical emergencies, vehicle accidents, and hazardous materials incidents.
"The Bridgeport Valley sits at 6,800 feet in the Eastern Sierra Nevada — our volunteers respond to remote terrain, wildland fires, and year-round extreme conditions from scorching summers to sub-zero winters."
Fire Chief
Chief Nick Way
"Every time the tones drop, our volunteers leave their families and jobs to protect this community. That's not a duty — that's a calling."
Leadership
Leading From the Front
Chief Nick Way leads the Bridgeport Fire Protection District with hands-on dedication. As both chief and active responder, he exemplifies the volunteer spirit that keeps our community safe — balancing department operations, training standards, and mutual aid coordination across the Eastern Sierra.
✓ NWCG Qualified
✓ EMT Certified
✓ Strike Team Leader
✓ 15+ Years Service
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Fire Suppression & Emergency Response
Structural and wildland fire suppression, vehicle extrication, and emergency medical response across the Bridgeport Valley.
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From the Station
Latest Updates
22
Feb 2026
New Water Tender Joins the Fleet
Thanks to a FEMA grant, the district has acquired a 2,000-gallon water tender for wildland response in areas without hydrant access.
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12
Oct 2025
Fire Prevention Week Open House
Over 150 community members visited the station. Families toured the engines, met volunteers, and practiced using extinguishers.
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2nd Tuesday of each month, 6:00 PM at the station. Open to public.
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76637 Main St., Bridgeport CA 93517 · (760) 932-7353 · bptfire@gmail.com
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