Posted on: January 12, 2021
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The Springfield Fire Department went virtual with community engagement in 2020. SFD found new and innovative ways to connect with the community as it became clear that in-person programming would be suspended for an unknown amount of ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 11, 2021
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The Springfield Fire Department recently completed installation of six specialty smoke detectors for the deaf and hard of hearing thanks to the Lennie Cloud Fund for the Hearing Impaired, a specialty grant fund managed by Co...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 4, 2021
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Shortly after 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, the Springfield Fire Department responded to reports of a building fire in the 2800 block of East University Street and arrived to find a fire in an apartment. While firefighting operati...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: December 28, 2020
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Stay warm and safe this winter!
Brrr! Your home’s heating systems are working double time to keep you safe this winter! Space heaters and fireplaces are sometimes used to warm specific areas in your home without hav...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: December 21, 2020
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A woman and her elderly mother who live in the Mark Twain neighborhood were alerted to a fire Dec. 20 by a smoke alarm installed by the Springfield Fire Department last year, providing them time to escape safely.
Properly installed and...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: December 17, 2020
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Festive decorations, flickering lights and winter greens are hallmarks of the holiday season, but they also present fire risks that can quickly turn this time of year into a devastating one. Electrical and heating fires are in the top...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 18, 2020
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT: Cooking safety demonstration
WHEN: Friday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m.
WHERE: Springfield Fire Department Station 8, 1405 S. Scenic.
The Springfield Fire Department will hold this safety demonstration to show how to properly extinguish a cooking-rela...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 30, 2020
“Spring forward” and “fall back” serve as reminders for safety checks
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Daylight savings time ends Sunday morning at 2 a.m., which means you’ll need to set your clocks back one ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 28, 2020
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As temperatures drop, the Springfield Fire Department reminds citizens to be safe when heating homes. Heating is one of the top causes of residential fires in the Springfield community. Causes include neglected furnace and chimney flu...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 1, 2020
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In 2019, nearly 100 Springfield firefighter educators taught 900 age-appropriate safety lessons in 43 elementary schools during October’s Fire Prevention Month, reaching more than 11,126 K-5 students and teachers.
This year, ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: April 24, 2020
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Three lives were saved by a working smoke alarm April 21 when the residents of a West College Street home were alerted to a fire by a smoke alarm installed by the Springfield Fire Department last October, providing them time to escape...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: April 22, 2020
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In 2019, the Springfield Fire Department remained focused on the development of a fire-safe community through community risk reduction programs which provide fire and life safety education, fire prevention and community CPR/AED traini...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 13, 2020
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Three people were critically injured in a vehicle fire on West Chestnut Expressway at approximately 2:30 a.m. The fire originated from an open container of gasoline inside the car. Gas fumes ignited from a lit cigarette while the vehi...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 4, 2020
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Springfield firefighters spent much of 2019 engaging in a variety of community outreach activities to educate citizens about how they can reduce fires and fire-related injuries and deaths. Among the outreach activities were the Projec...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 27, 2020
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Springfield Fire Department firefighters will begin going door to door in the Oak Grove neighborhood on Saturday, Feb. 29 as the department continues efforts to ensure that every Springfield resident has adequate warning of a fire in ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 14, 2020
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Springfield Fire Chief David Pennington has been awarded the Ambassador of the Year Award by the Center for Public Safety Excellence.
CPSE is an international technical organization that works with the most progressive fire and emergen...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 7, 2020
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David Knight, 59, has succumbed to the injuries he sustained in a Jan. 10 house fire in the 1500 block of East Dale.
This is the second fire fatality of 2020 in Springfield. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 6, 2020
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Shortly after noon on Thursday, Jan. 2, Springfield Fire Department crews responded to a house fire in the 2900 block of East Belmont. They arrived to an advanced fire in a single family residence. While firefighting operations were u...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: December 24, 2019
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The Springfield Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire in the 2100 block of North Johnston Avenue Monday, Dec. 23, around 11 p.m.
Upon arrival, fire crews reported heavy fire involving the home. Fire crews were able to e...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 25, 2019
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT: Cooking safety demonstration
WHEN: Monday, Nov. 25 at 3 p.m.
WHERE: Springfield Fire Department Station 8, 1405 S. Scenic.
Cooking-related fires are the No. 1 cause of house fires and fire-related injuries in Springfie...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 6, 2019
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Springfield Fire Department firefighters will begin going door to door in the Rountree neighborhood on Saturday, Nov. 9 as the department continues efforts to ensure that every Springfield resident has adequate warning of a fire in th...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 17, 2019
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Representatives from area health and public safety agencies convened an emergency meeting this afternoon to discuss a dramatic spike in drug overdoses in our area over the last 24 hours.
Althoug...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 11, 2019
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Just after midnight on Oct. 10, the Springfield Fire Department was notified of a possible house fire at 1025 W. Monroe Terrace with reports of persons possibly inside. Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire involvement and partial c...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 10, 2019
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Just after midnight on Oct. 10, the Springfield Fire Department was notified of a possible house fire at 1025 W. Monroe Terrace with reports of persons possibly inside. Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire involvement and partial c...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 26, 2019
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The Springfield Fire Department will once again use October’s Fire Prevention Month as an opportunity to educate the community about fire and life safety. In cooperation with Springfield Public Schools and several private sc...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 13, 2019
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Gov. Mike Parson will award the Governor’s Medal to members of the Springfield Fire Department’s Water Rescue Team at an Oct. 7 ceremony in Jefferson City. On Sept. 7, 2018, the Water Rescue Team responded to the F...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 13, 2019
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CreAsian Fundraiser to Benefit Springfield Police and Fire
On Tuesday, Sept. 17, CreAsian restaurant will hold its annual fundraiser to benefit to the Springfield Police Foundation and the Springfield Fire Department’s fire education a...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: July 30, 2019
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During the second quarter of 2019, the Springfield Fire Department began utilizing a new system to track the compliance of annual testing of fire protection systems, continued Project RED Zone canvasses and celebrated several promotio...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: July 7, 2019
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Springfield firefighters responded to reports of a house fire in the 1900 block of North Burton Avenue this morning. Upon arrival, four victims were located and were rescued from the home. Three have been transported to a local hospit...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: June 11, 2019
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Springfield Fire Department firefighters will begin going door to door in the Weller neighborhood (bordered by National Avenue to the west, Glenstone Avenue to the east, Chestnut Expressway to the south and Commercial Street to the no...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: May 17, 2019
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The Springfield Fire Department is joining with other communities and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC) in support of residential ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: May 17, 2019
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May 17, 2019
Applications Now Open for Junior Police & Fire Academy
Sent on behalf of the Springfield Westside Optimist Club
The Springfield Police Department and The Springfield Fire Department, in partnership with the Spr...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: May 22, 2019
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Springfield Fire Department firefighters will begin going door to door in the Midtown neighborhood (bordered by Boonville Avenue to the west, National Avenue to the east, Chestnut Expressway to the south and Blaine Street to the north...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: May 13, 2019
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A Springfield man has died as a result of injuries sustained in a house fire Saturday in the 1600 block of North Burton. Springfield Fire Department has identified him as 32-year-old Kenneth Dodds. The cause of the fire is still under...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 9, 2019
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Fire crews responded to a report of house fire in the 1600 block of North Burton Saturday morning. A man was transported to Mercy’s regional burn unit with reportedly serious and potentially life-threatening injuries. No fir...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: May 7, 2019
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The first quarter of 2019 saw the Springfield Fire Department achieve reaccreditation through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and the Center for Public Safety Excellence. CPSE accreditation is an honor bestow...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: April 10, 2019
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Since April 2017, Springfield firefighters have installed 2,512 smoke alarms in area neighborhoods as a part of Project RED Zone. They have visited over 15,800 homes in the West Central, Grant Beach, Westside, Heart of the Westside, R...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 19, 2019
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The Springfield Fire Department was reaccredited March 12 by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International/Center for Public Safety Excellence for meeting the criteria established through the CFAI’s voluntary self-asses...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 8, 2019
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Since 1966, most states have been changing the clocks twice a year in order to save an hour of daylight. Love it or hate it, daylight saving time is coming up again. Take a few minutes to check your smoke alarm batteries when you chan...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 7, 2019
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Springfield Fire Department has identified the man who died this morning in a house fire in the 2900 block of West Elm as 30-year-old Craig W Mackie. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but initial indicators are that ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 7, 2019
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A Springfield man has died, following a residential fire Thursday morning, March 7. Firefighters were called to a home at 2900 block of West Elm at roughly 7:30 a.m., where they located the man during search and rescue operations. The...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 11, 2019
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Springfield Fire Department crews responded around 4 p.m. to an incident at the City’s Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant. Two contract workers were transported with what is believed to be non-life-threatening injuries, fo...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 30, 2019
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Through a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Springfield Fire Department has 50 First Alert fire escape ladders to provide to Springfield residents living in multilevel homes located in City Council Zones 1 and 2,...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 23, 2019
City seeking architect for two new stations and two replacements
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Two of Springfield’s most underserved areas are getting brand-new fire stations while two of its oldest stations will be demolished and rebuilt, thanks to the r...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 21, 2019
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Firefighters responded just after midnight to 3067 W. Division following reports of a house fire. Firefighters arrived to find smoke visible from the residence and found Morgan Diehl, 32, unresponsive in the yard of the home. Firefigh...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 21, 2019
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Early in the morning of Jan. 21, the Springfield Fire Department responded to a house fire in northwest Springfield that has resulted in a fatality. Effort is being made to notify the victim’s family. The cause of the fire r...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 30, 2018
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Since April 2017, Springfield firefighters have installed 2,097 smoke alarms in area neighborhoods as a part of Project RED Zone.
They’ve visited over 13,500 homes in the West Central, Grant Beach, Westside, Heart of the West...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 13, 2018
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT: Cooking safety demonstration
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 1 p.m.
WHERE: Springfield Fire Department Station 8, 1405 S. Scenic.
Cooking-related fires are the No. 1 cause of house fires and fire-related injuries in Springfield. Often...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 7, 2018
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While strongly associated with weekly smoke alarm canvasses, Project RED Zone is much more. Reduce, Educate, Deliver includes all the efforts by the department to reduce risk and protect lives and property in the city. At the end of S...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 12, 2018
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As temperatures begin to drop, the Springfield Fire Department wants to remind you to be safe when heating your home. Have your furnace and/or fireplace flue serviced by a certified professional to ensure it is safe and ready for use....
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 12, 2018
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Since April 2017, Springfield firefighters have installed 1,795 smoke alarms in area neighborhoods as a part of Project RED Zone.
They’ve visited nearly 12,000 homes in the West Central, Grant Beach, Westside, Heart of the We...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 9, 2018
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The Springfield Fire Department will introduce its new ladder truck to the community with a ceremonial “wash-down” at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 19 at Fire Station 2, 608 W. Commercial Street. A previous version of this ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 3, 2018
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The Springfield Fire Department will once again use October’s Fire Prevention Month as an opportunity to educate Springfield citizens about fire safety. In cooperation with Springfield Public Schools and several private scho...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 26, 2018
PulsePoint Respond empowers CPR-trained citizens to provide critical response to cardiac arrests
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The Springfield Fire Department and local emergency services personnel have partnered to launch PulsePoint Respond to the great...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 26, 2018
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Please join the Springfield Fire Department and partners CoxHealth, Mercy, the City of Springfield, Missouri State University, Ozarks Technical Community College, Drury University, Evangel University, City Utilities and the Springfield-Greene C...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 20, 2018
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As law enforcement agencies from across southwest Missouri complete the final preparations for President Trump’s visit Friday, City Manager Jason Gage wishes to express his appreciation to the multiple agencies collaborating to ensure...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: August 14, 2018
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The support of the Springfield community in the passage of the Level Property Tax is allowing for the purchase of property, vehicles and equipment for the Springfield Fire Department. Property purchased in the 1900 block of West Colle...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: August 9, 2018
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The Springfield Fire Department responded to the 2600 block of North Johnston Avenue on Wednesday, Aug. 8 for a reported structure fire. One female was found at the scene with extensive burns. She was transported to a local hospital, ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: August 2, 2018
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Law enforcement, the fire department, emergency medical services and two local educational institutions will drill to test the components of a mass casualty/active threat plan 9-11 a.m., Friday Aug. 3 at Missouri State Unive...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: July 31, 2018
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Each August, Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams and Springfield neighborhoods send a message to criminals: Springfield neighborhoods are organized and fighting back against crime.
Aug. 7 will mark Springfield’s 7th annual National ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: May 18, 2018
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The Springfield Fire Department is joining with other communities and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC) in support of re...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: April 27, 2018
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In February, the Fire Department continued to shift its focus toward community risk reduction. In support of this shift, the Prevention Division was officially renamed the Community Risk Reduction Division. Community Risk Reduction (C...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 27, 2018
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Whether it’s a mass casualty event, a bad traffic crash or even a farming accident, bystanders who know how to stop massive bleeding can save lives.
It’s why the National Security Council Staff and the White House i...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 26, 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Springfield Fire Department launches new educational campaign to reduce home fires
The Springfield Fire Department is proud to announce the launch of its second program of Project RED Zone. The "Don't Be a Dummy" ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 12, 2018
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT: Promotion ceremony for 8 members of the Springfield Fire Department
WHEN: Tuesday, February 13th, 10:15 a.m.
WHERE: Springfield Police and Fire Training Center, 2620 W. Battlefield, Room 109
Details: The Springfield Fire Department is pro...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 14, 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Springfield Fire Department implements community risk reduction plan
The Springfield Fire Department is shifting its focus to community risk reduction. Community risk reduction (CRR) involves identifying and prioritizing r...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 18, 2018
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The City of Springfield is hoping the development community can give two old fire stations new life.
The City is seeking proposals from qualified applicants for the purchase and reuse of former Fire Station 1 at 235 N. Kimbrough and fo...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 22, 2017
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT: Cooking safety demonstration
WHEN: Wednesday, November 22, 1:00 PM
WHERE: Springfield Fire Department Station #8, 1405 S. Scenic
DETAILS: Cooking-related fires are the number one cause of house fires and fire-related injuries in Springfie...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 15, 2017
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT: Official donation of the "Phantom 4 Quadcopter" drone by Westside Stone, LLC
WHEN: Friday, November 17th at 10:30 am.
WHERE: Museum of the Springfield Fire Department Headquarters, inside Historic City Hall located at 830 Boonv...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 13, 2017
For Immediate Release
Kidde, a fire safety manufacturer, has issued a recall of 40 million fire extinguishers. Springfield residents who received a free fire extinguishers from the Springfield Fire Department from August 2016 through August 2017 ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 26, 2017
For Immediate Release: Springfield Fire Department to host first "Truck or Treat" event Thursday evening
The Springfield Fire Department is partnering with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board for its first ever "Truc...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 17, 2017
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT: Swearing in of 5 new members of the Springfield Fire Department command staff
WHEN: Tuesday, October 17th, 2:00pm
WHERE: lobby of the Busch Municipal Building, 840 N. Boonville
Details: The Springfield Fire Department is welcoming several...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 5, 2017
The Springfield Fire Department is welcoming several new members to its command staff. After a nationwide search, Fire Chief David Pennington has appointed two assistant fire chiefs, a division chief and two new battalion chiefs to serve the City of Sprin...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 21, 2017
For Immediate Release: While still under investigation, Springfield fire marshals say this morning's fire on the 800 block of south Missouri appears to be accidental. It started in the upstairs apartment of a 3-unit apartment home. The occupants of the lo...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 15, 2017
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CreAsian restaurant, at the northwest corner of Chestnut and Campbell in Springfield, will for the sixth year, donate half of its gross sales Tuesday, Sept. 19, to the Springfield Police Foundation and the Springfield Fire Department’...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: August 18, 2017
The Springfield Fire Department has received notification of a grant award from the Department of Homeland Security, Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Program in the amount of $654,505, to add seven additional firefighters to the F...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: July 18, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Springfield Fire Department offers free fire extinguishers and escape ladders for families
The Springfield Fire Department will be holding fire extinguisher and escape ladder giveaways throughout July and August, while supplies last....
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: July 17, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Springfield Fire Department takes steps to reduce job-related injuries
Each year, Springfield Firefighters must perform a physical agility test (PAT) to ensure they can still meet the physical requirements of the job. This year, ins...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: July 13, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -Springfield Fire Department breaks ground on new training tower
Construction began this week on a new four-story, $600,000 training training tower that will be built at the Springfield Fire Department Training Annex located at 3131 S...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: May 12, 2017
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The Springfield Fire Department on Friday presented a case to the Greene County Prosecutor’s office with details associated with two arson fires at 1235 East Elm St. in Springfield. The suspect, 24-year-old Dillon ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 6, 2017
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City Manager Greg Burris has named David Pennington to serve as interim Fire Chief. Pennington temporarily replaces David Hall, who retired from the Fire Department Jan. 27.
Chief Pennington began his fire service c...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 4, 2017
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The Springfield Fire Department on Friday presented a case to the Greene County Prosecutor’s office with details associated with multiple arson fires in the area of 620 W. Scott Street, near Franciscan Villa, an affordable h...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 11, 2017
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Springfield’s public service agencies held a press conference Thursday about the forecasted ice event for Thursday night into Saturday.
“Although we don’t expect this event to come near the severity of the 2007 event, our public servic...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 10, 2017
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At the Jan. 10 Council Lunch, the Springfield Fire Department presented the City Council with various options for staffing and deployment as a follow up to its presentation in December. At the original presentation...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 9, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Fire deaths continue to plague Springfield
Springfield -- Despite a reduction in residential fires overall in 2016, Springfield's fire death rate continues to trend upward, according to a year-end report. Department statistics show f...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: December 15, 2016
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Springfield Fire Chief David Hall has announced his resignation from the City of Springfield to join Missouri State University as its first emergency preparedness manager on Feb. 1, 2017. He will manage planning, budgeting, ...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 28, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEPlease be informed that as of September 28, 2016, the Springfield Fire Department administrative offices has a new phone number. To reach fire department headquarters, citizens should now call 874-2300. In case of an emergency, di...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 27, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThe Springfield Fire Department is reminding smokers to dispose of their cigarettes safely, following an overnight apartment fire.
Springfield firefighters were called to Essex Apartments on West Battlefield around 1:45 a.m. T...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 12, 2016
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CreAsian restaurant, at the northwest corner of Chestnut and Campbell in Springfield will for the fifth year, donate half of its gross sales Wednesday, Sept. 14, to the Springfield Police and Fire departments.
Last year's dona...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 7, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Springfield Fire Department is proud to announce that Rescue Specialist Marc Becker and Firefighter Michael Kuss, along with a Logan-Rogersville firefighters Grant Peters and Roy Harris, will be recognized by the International As...
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Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 1, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEA recent fire in a Springfield apartment complex highlights the importance of using caution if you have a toaster in your home. The fire demonstrated that, even when not in use, a toaster can cause a fire.
A toaster is to blam...Read on...
Recall Information
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: May 2, 2016
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The Greene County Medical Examiners report shows 24-year-old Timothy L. Stain died of smoke inhalation from a house fire in his home on March 12, 2016. Springfield Fire Department investigators determined the cause of the fire wa...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 16, 2016
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The 2015 Annual Report captures the sites, stats and news from the Fire Department. Along with stunning photos from the year, the report highlights the accomplishments of a very busy Water Rescue Team. As the result of two major ...Read on...
2015 Annual Report
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 16, 2016
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Learn about residential fire sprinklers at the Missouri Home Fire Sprinkler Summit from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on March 23, at the Springfield Police and Fire Training Center, 2620 West Battlefield Road in Springfield. The event is h...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 12, 2016
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The victim from the fire at the Forest Hills Apartments in the 2900 block of East University Street this morning has been identified as 24-year-old Timothy L. Strain. The results of the fire investigation are pending until the out...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: March 12, 2016
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The Springfield Fire Department was dispatched to an early morning fire at the Forest Hills Apartments in the 2900 block of East University Street, which left one victim dead. The fire was reported to 9-1-1 at 4:54 a.m. The fire i...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: February 29, 2016
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The Springfield Fire Department is expanding its free smoke alarm program to ensure families have adequate smoke alarm protection. Smoke alarms more than double a person's chances of surviving a fire. To increase these odds even m...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: January 15, 2016
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Investigators continue to look into the cause of a Thursday house fire that resulted in the death of 4-year-old Ben Garrison early Friday morning. The 4-year-old was home with his father and 18-month-old brother when the fire brok...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 24, 2015
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Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings, good food, and sadly, sometimes holiday tragedies. Since the beginning of the year, there have been 76 cooking fires in Springfield. At 22%, cooking fires are the leading cause of stru...Read on...
Cooking Safety
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 10, 2015
A truck working in a mine at Springfield Underground near Haseltine Road, north of Chestnut, has caught fire. Springfield Fire Department responded, and 7 employees and 17 individuals from nearby businesses and homes were evacuated safely out of an abunda...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 10, 2015
Springfield Fire Department has responded to a vehicle fire inside the quarry, located near Haseltine and Chestnut. Officials are using an abundance of caution to ensure the safety of those in the area. More information will be provided as it becomes ava...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 30, 2015
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While Halloween is a favorite holiday for most families with young children, it does pose several safety risks. Children younger than 12 should be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult while trick-or-treating. Older childre...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: October 22, 2015
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The Springfield Fire Department, Battlefield Fire Protection District and Community Blood Center of the Ozarks are partnering to help save lives this Fire Prevention Month.
Those who donate blood 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today at Communit...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 10, 2015
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Corrected news release: The Springfield Fire Department can now confirm the identities of the two individuals killed in a house fire September 7. While the final autopsy report is pending, using medical records, the Greene County ...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: September 7, 2015
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Springfield Fire Marshals have confirmed that the remains of two individuals were found in the debris of an overnight house fire in north Springfield. Firefighters responded to the two-alarm fire on the 2000 block of North Grant j...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: August 25, 2015
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CreAsian restaurant, at the northwest corner of Chestnut and Campbell in Springfield, will again
donate half of its gross sales Wednesday, Sept. 9, to the City's Police and Firedepartments.
Last year's donation netted nearl...Read on...
Springfield Fire Department News Releases
Posted on: November 22, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings, good food, and sadly, sometimes holiday tragedies. Since the beginning of the year, there have been 66 cooking fires in Springfield. Most of these fires could have been avoided. To protec...
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Cooking Safety
Springfield Fire Department News Releases