As the 4th of July approaches, let’s celebrate safely!
Before we dive into this year’s festivities, here are a few important reminders based on last year’s experiences.
One of the most common — and dangerous — mistakes we see is disposing of used fireworks too soon. Tossing them into the trash while they’re still hot, especially near homes, vehicles, or in garages, can quickly lead to a fire.
Best Practice: After the celebration, place all spent fireworks in a bucket of water and let them soak overnight before disposing of them properly. It’s a simple step that can prevent a serious fire.
Let’s keep this holiday safe for everyone. Have a fun, festive, and fire-free 4th of July!
Perfect day to hit the water. Springdale Fire’s Technical Rescue Team sharpened their boat ops skills while enjoying full rivers and great weather. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Every year, we're proud to take part in the annual Rodeo of the Ozarks parade—and this morning was no exception! Ladder 8, Engine 1, and Brush 1 rolled through the streets, representing our team with pride and community spirit. Thanks to everyone who came out.
Today, Engine 2 Driver Operator Jason Cooley protected and served our community with the classic cat up the tree incident. For those who do not know Mr. Cooley, he is the animal whisperer of the Springdale Fire Department, and he loves animals! All in a days work, our crews are ready to provide dedicated service!
Firefighter Dakota Medina and Captain Rance Richardson are in Camden for the AFA Volunteer Firefighter weekend. They are teaching a search class for residential structure fires. This consisted of lecture and hands on training scenarios. #springdalefire #teamspringdale
Several of our members participated in the Springdale Chamber of Commerce Bowling for Businesses tournament this morning! As always, this is a great event we enjoy being apart of!
Exciting news from the Springdale Fire Department!
We are incredibly proud to announce that the Springdale Fire Department has been named the 2025 Fire Department of the Year for the State of Arkansas, for cities with a population of more than 20,000.
This honor recognizes the dedication, excellence, and tireless service of every firefighter, paramedic, and staff member who works every day to protect our community.
Even more exciting, our very own Fire Chief Blake Holte has been named 2025 Fire Chief of the Year for Arkansas! This prestigious award highlights Chief Holte’s outstanding leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to public safety and innovation in emergency services.
These two awards were presented at the 2025 State Fire Convention, held in Hot Springs from June 4th to 7th.
These recognitions are a testament to the incredible teamwork and passion that define our department. Thank you to our community for your continued support — we are honored to serve you!
#FireDepartmentOfTheYear #ChiefHolte #PublicSafetyExcellence
Please join us in congratulating Springdale’s newest firefighters on their graduation from the NWA Fire Training Academy!
After completing an intensive and demanding 10-week training program, these four outstanding recruits are now prepared to serve and protect the Springdale community. They will spend the next two weeks with our Training Division before officially joining their assigned shifts and stations.
We’re proud to welcome these dedicated individuals to the Springdale Fire Department family. Congratulations on this incredible achievement!
Pictured from left to right: Gavin Kuncl, Samuel Kieklak, Caden Dollar, and Vayle Townsend.
#SpringdaleFire #NWAFTA #FirefighterGraduation
Late Wednesday night, Springdale firefighters responded to a commercial structure fire that was upgraded to a 2nd alarm. Crews worked diligently for over two and a half hours to bring the incident under control. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. Strong work by all involved.
Springdale Fire Department responded this morning to a structure fire caused by a lightning strike. Crews worked through the storm and contained the fire to the attic. The incident was brought under control within about an hour. All units are now back in service. Great work by our team under tough conditions
Today, Battalion 1, Engine 5, and Ladder 8 assisted the Nob Hill Fire Dept with a residential structure fire. The fire was quickly extinguished, minimizing damage to the structure.
On this Memorial Day, we remember and honor the men and women who sacrificed everything for our freedom. Their courage will never be forgotten.
🇺🇸 THE MURPH 🇺🇸
The Murph Challenge is a workout that honors Navy Lieutenant Michael Murphy, who died in Afghanistan in 2005. The workout is performed on Memorial Day and involves a mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 squats, and another mile run.
Thank you to Springdale High School for letting us use your facility!
#TheMurph #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Today, Battalion 1, Engine 5, and Engine 1 conducted hands-on training on high-rise and standpipe operations. Fighting fires in multi-story buildings presents unique challenges and requires specialized tactics.
During this training, crews practiced advancing hose bundles to upper floors and connecting them to standpipe systems located in stairwells. These connections are critical for delivering water to higher levels of the building, allowing firefighters to begin suppression operations quickly and effectively.
Training like this ensures our team is always prepared to protect lives and property, no matter the height of the emergency.
Congratulations on Your Retirement, Captain Matt Bagley!
Please join us in celebrating the career of Captain Matt Bagley, who will be retiring after 18.5 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Springdale. As the Company Officer for Engine 5 on C Platoon, Captain Bagley has been a steadfast leader, a trusted mentor, and a true asset to our department.
We invite you to help us honor his legacy next Friday, May 30th, at 3:30 PM, with a retirement celebration at Fire Station 1. Let's come together to thank Captain Bagley for his outstanding service and wish him the best in this next chapter of his life.
Congratulations, Captain Bagley!
Yesterday’s storm kept our firefighters busy with multiple calls coming in throughout the afternoon and evening.
We want to extend a thank you to Fayetteville Fire, Lowell Fire, and Central EMS for their incredible support during a challenging and fast-moving situation.
With today’s forecast showing the potential for similar severe weather, now is the time to make sure you have a safety plan in place. Take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones—stay weather aware and be prepared!
The Springdale Fire Department Benevolent Fund awarded four graduating seniors spring 2025 scholarships. These scholarships are provided to eligible graduates of the department's personnel and may continue throughout their higher academic careers. Congratulations to Macy Goss, Morgan Cobb, Jackson Gadberry, and Gavin Buchan!
This evening, B-Platoon firefighters were dispatched to a vehicle accident requiring extrication and extinguishment of a fire in the engine compartment.
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to the newest member of the Springdale Fire Department — Juno!
Juno is a two-and-a-half-year-old chocolate Labrador from Sedalia, Missouri, and she’s joining our team as the department’s new facility canine. Specially trained to provide emotional support and comfort to our firefighters, Juno brings a unique and valuable presence to the stations.
Her professional handler, Driver Operator Brian Copeland, serves on C Platoon as the driver of Engine 9. Together, they’ll be working side-by-side to support our crew's mental health and well-being.
Juno was generously donated to the department by Retrieving Freedom Inc., an organization dedicated to training service dogs for veterans, children with autism, and first responders. She was carefully bred and underwent extensive, specialized training to serve in high-stress environments like ours.
Welcome to the team, Juno! 🐶❤️
It's International Firefighters Day! Let's honor the dedication and bravery of firefighters everywhere. Have you or someone you know been positively impacted by a firefighter? Share your story in the comments or on social media using the hashtag #InternationalFirefightersDay. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Yesterday, Captain Rance Richardson and Firefighter Brianna Harder had the privilege to speak with high school students at a career fair for several smaller school districts in Northwest Arkansas. Students from Lincoln, Gentry, Gravette, Decatur, and Greenland attended the event.
#tomorrowsfirefighters
