The Springdale Fire Department recently held our annual awards banquet. This event allows us to recognize SFD personnel, individually and at the Company level, for work performance worthy of special or unique recognition. Personnel are nominated and selected by their peers for certain awards. This year’s winners: Fire Dispatcher of The Year – Ginger Evans of the Springdale Communications Center, Rookie of The Year - Firefighter Cole Yates of A - Platoon, Ladder 6, Firefighter of The Year – Dylan Gayer of B - Platoon, Engine 1, EMS Provider of The Year – Paramedic Eric Kaltenberger of A-Platoon, Medic 6, Company Officer of The Year – Captain Cody Andrews of A – Platoon, Engine 3, Chief's Award - Captain Robert Head - A Platoon Engine 5, and Fire Company of The Year – B - Platoon Station 3 (members: Captain Todd Weber, Driver Operator Jimmy Henley, Firefighter Cole Bohannan, Paramedic Michael Applegate, and Firefighter Joshua Carpenter). Additionally, we recognized three Springdale Communications Center dispatchers with Commendation Awards: Emergency Dispatcher Kellie Vancleave, Kate Morris, and Ginger Evans. Congratulations to all of our deserving individuals!
Today is #internationalwomensday. We want to highlight our female employees who work for the Springdale Fire Department!
Early this morning, crews responded to a residential structure fire on Kasey Avenue. Engine 5 arrived on the scene to find heavy fire from the front of the structure. The fire was extinguished and declared under control within about 16 minutes. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Several of our recruit firefighters are nearing the end of their probationary period. Numerous checkoffs are required to demonstrate competence in their skills. Today, Engine 5 and Ladder 8 worked on vertical ventilation. This tactic helps improve conditions throughout a structure fire by removing the heat and smoke through an opening in the roof.. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Today, Jarod Little was presented his red helmet for his recent promotion to the rank of Captain. Captain Little is assigned to the Community Risk Reduction Division as an Assistant Fire Marshal. Congratulations Captain Little!
This morning, fire companies responded to an accident on Interstate 49, which caused two semi-trucks to catch fire. The extreme weather presented a few challenges, however crews were able to extinguish the fire with the assistance of units from the Hickory Creek, Cave Springs, Lowell, and Johnson fire departments. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident.
Engine 4 and Ladder 6 extinguished a car fire on interstate 49. No injuries reported and all units are back in service. #teamspringdale
Extrication training! Ladder 8 and Engine 5 crews worked on extrication techniques with one of our probationary firefighters. Thank you to NWA Towing for supplying our Dept with vehicles to train on.
B-Shift has been busy the past 24 hours. Crews have been responding to all types of emergency's but still finding time to enjoy the snow! We will always advise to stay home until the roads are in better condition. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
🚒 Honoring National Law Enforcement Day 🚔
Today, we join our brothers and sisters in blue to recognize National Law Enforcement Day. As first responders, we stand side by side with our law enforcement partners in serving and protecting our community.
Thank you to all the dedicated officers who work tirelessly to keep us safe. Your courage, selflessness, and commitment to justice make a difference every day. We are proud to work alongside you in ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone we serve.
Stay safe, stay strong, and know that we are grateful for your service. 💙
#NationalLawEnforcementDay #FireAndPolice #FirstResponders #TogetherWeServe
Crews this morning from A-Platoon worked an extrication incident at the intersection of East Robinson and South Thompson Street. With the projected precipitation and the below freezing temperatures roads can quickly turn dangerous.
Firefighters are significantly more likely to develop many types of cancer than the general population, largely due to the high levels of carcinogens and other toxins found in burning buildings and hazardous environments. Firefighters have a 9 percent higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer and a 14 percent higher risk of dying from cancer than the general U.S. population, according to research by the CDC/National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (NIOSH). Please join us as we recognize Cancer Awareness Month.
Yesterday, crews from B platoon responded to an industrial fire at 801 North Jefferson Street for a fire that took place in one of their dust collectors.
Early New Year's Eve, units responded to a commercial structure fire. Battalion 1 arrived on scene and found smoke and flames inside the structure. Engine 1 made an interior attack. This resulted in a quick extinguishment of the fire that saved the structure. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
This morning units responded to a car fire in the 200 block of South Thompson Street. Engine 1 and Ladder 8 were able to quickly extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Last night, crews responded to a possible structure fire. Engine 3 arrived on scene and found several vehicles on fire behind the business. Ladder 8 helped gain access through a gate. Engine 3 was then able to make access and extinguish the vehicles. No injuries were reported.
Engine 4, engine 3, and ladder 6 responded to a vehicle fire on the interstate Thursday morning. Crews arrived on scene and found a food truck on fire against the median. Vehicle was extinguished with no injuries. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
This afternoon Battalion 1, Brush 1, Engine 5, and Ladder 8 responded to a grass fire on the southeast side of the city. Units on scene were able to stop the fire quickly before it spread to a nearby neighborhood. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Saturday, Battalion Chief James Kehrli was presented his white helmet recognizing his recent promotion to Battalion Chief. Chief Kehrli is serving as the Battalion Chief for A-Platoon, Battalion 2.
Congratulations Chief Kehrli!
Please help us recognize more of our fire escape plan winners. Shaw, Hunt, Turnbow, Elmdale, George, T.G. Smith, and Monitor Elementaries. Congratulations to all of these young people!
