The officers and members of the Collings Lakes Fire Department wished the community a happy New Year, emphasizing safety and health as 2025 began. The department claimed that 2025 was busier than usual, with a total of 248 service calls received throughout the year. Structure fires, motor vehicle accidents, significant forest fires, and a variety of other events necessitated fire service response. Department executives praised their mutual aid partners' support, emphasizing that cooperation and teamwork were critical in incident management throughout the year.