Victoria Fire Department

This week, the Victoria Fire Department hosted Fishing with a First Responder alongside our partners. Thank you to everyone who came out and spent the afternoon with us. It was a great opportunity to connect, enjoy the outdoors, and create memories. We appreciate everyone who helped make it such a fun-filled event!

Construction on the new Victoria Fire Station continues to move forward steadily. Over the past month, significant progress has been made on interior finishes, including the installation of flooring, painting, cabinetry, and garage doors. While some of the recent advancements may not be immediately visible, contractors continue to make progress behind the scenes on mechanical, electrical, technology, and finishing work throughout the facility.

In the coming weeks, work will continue on both the interior and exterior of the building as crews focus on final finishes, site improvements, and preparing the station for occupancy.

Mark your calendars for September 21st for our annual open house which will be the grand opening for the new station!

Splash into safety with the Victoria Fire Department at our Pop-Up Splash Pad!

Get ready for a free afternoon of water-filled fun as our firefighters transform the Victoria Recreation Center soccer field into a giant splash pad using a real fire truck. Run through the spray, cool off with a freezie, and enjoy hands-on activities designed to make safety fun.

Event Details —
Thursday, June 11, 2026
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Victoria Recreation Center North Soccer Field and Parking Lot (8475 Kochia Lane)

Unable to attend this Pop-Up Splash Pad? This year, we are hosting two! The next one will be on July 28 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the same soccer field.

Planning a Night to Unite block party this year? Don't forget to register for a City visit!

On Tuesday, August 4, neighborhoods across Victoria will gather for Night to Unite, a community-wide celebration focused on building connections and strengthening neighborhoods. Registered block parties can request a visit from City officials, firefighters with the Victoria Fire Department, and deputies from the Carver County Sheriff's Office during the evening.

Register your block party and request a visit today at www.victoriamn.gov/night-unite.

We look forward to celebrating with you and your neighbors!

This week’s Firefighter Friday spotlight features Firefighter Rachel Dorff!

Rachel joined the Victoria Fire Department in January 2026. In addition to serving as a firefighter, she also works as the Community Safety Officer for the City of Victoria. Whether she’s out in the community teaching bike safety, fire safety education, or responding to emergency calls, Rachel is proud to serve the residents of Victoria.

Outside of her roles with the City of Victoria, Rachel also proudly serves in the Minnesota National Guard. Despite balancing three demanding jobs, Rachel still finds time for hobbies including golfing, fishing, and hockey. Becoming a firefighter was never originally part of her plan, but after working closely with the Victoria Fire Department in her Community Safety Officer role, she became interested and thought, “Why not give it a shot?”

When asked what advice she would give someone considering joining the fire service, Rachel said, “Give it a shot. You meet amazing people, build great camaraderie, and the laughs around the fire station make it all worth it.”

Cast a line and connect with local heroes at Fishing with First Responders! Kids ages 5–18 can learn the basics of fishing, explore emergency vehicles and equipment, and spend the afternoon outdoors with the Victoria Fire Department, Carver County Sheriff's Office, and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

This FREE event includes all fishing gear, bait, and tackle but space is limited, so register today!