Last evening, we had the privilege of celebrating a special milestone at our Spring Pinning Ceremony. We welcomed new firefighters being officially sworn in and proudly recognized the promotions of outstanding individuals to Captain and Battalion Chief.
These ceremonies are more than tradition—they're a testament to the commitment, courage, and leadership that define our department. The badges placed on each uniform represent not just rank, but the trust our community places in these men and women every day.
To our newly sworn-in firefighters, welcome to the family.
To our newly promoted leaders, your hard work and dedication have earned this moment.
Thank you to all the families, friends, and community members who joined us to celebrate this night of honor and achievement.
#FireDepartmentPride
This afternoon, B-Platoon firefighters responded to a residential structure fire on Twin Oaks Drive. Arriving firefighters found a trailer home with smoke and fire visible. Engine 4 begin fire attack with additional crews searching to confirm no one in the home. Fortunately, no injuries reported.
#teamspringdale #springdalefire
Last night, A-Shift responded to a residential structure fire. Firefighters arrived on scene to smoke inside the structure. Engine 1 deployed an attack line to extinguish the fire. Firefighters were able to contain the fire to the room of origin saving the structure. No injures reported.
📣 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week – Continued Appreciation 📣
As National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week continues, we want to take another moment to spotlight the incredible dispatchers in the Springdale Communications Center who are always behind the scenes but never out of mind.
Our dispatchers are the calm in the chaos, the first voice you hear in an emergency, and the steady lifeline connecting help to those who need it most. Day or night, rain or shine, they answer the call — and much more.
To our dispatchers: Your professionalism, quick thinking, and dedication do not go unnoticed. You are at the heart of public safety, and we are beyond grateful for everything you do.
Please join us in thanking them this week (and every week)!
#ThankYouDispatchers #BehindTheHeadset
This afternoon, B Platoon firefighters quickly extinguished a vehicle fire threatening structures on East County Line Road. The fire was contained to the vehicle and did not extended into the adjacent structures.
📞 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week | April 13–19, 2025
This week, we proudly recognize and honor the dedicated public safety telecommunicators who serve as the critical lifeline between our communities and emergency services.
These skilled professionals work tirelessly behind the scenes—answering 911 calls, dispatching first responders, and providing life-saving support in times of crisis. Their calm voices, quick thinking, and unwavering commitment make a profound difference every single day.
To all the dispatchers and communication professionals: thank you for being the steady voice in the storm. Your service, professionalism, and dedication do not go unnoticed.
#ThankYouDispatchers #PublicSafetyTelecommunicatorsWeek
🚒 Shout out to Our Newest Backup Ladder Operator🔥
We’re proud to recognize Andrew Rogers, who recently completed his certification as a Backup Ladder Operator.
This important milestone prepares him to step in and operate the ladder trucks when primary operators are unavailable—keeping our response strong and seamless, no matter the circumstance. It’s also a big step forward in his professional development and future leadership within the department.
This dedication to training and growth reflects his pride in serving our community. Great work!
#CareerGrowth
Yesterday evening, the children in action from Sonora Baptist paid a visit to Station 5! They got a full tour and learned about the personal protective gear firefighters use! #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Our members of Northwest Arkansas Task Force 1 were released Sunday from their deployment to assist with the flooding events in Central Arkansas. They completed assignments to check houses and search for vehicles in high water at several locations in the Little Rock area. They have returned home safely to NWA!
This afternoon, firefighters responded to East Robinson Avenue for a fire involving a vehicle, as well as salvage parts. The origin was a controlled burn by a citizen, who was unaware of the City's burning permit process. Washington and Benton Counties remain under a burn ban.
If you wish to burn inside the City of Springdale, you must first obtain a burn permit; this can be accomplished by going to the Springdale Fire Department website or by visiting the Fire Administration offices during regular business hours. Before you can obtain the free permit, you must agree to the rules for burning. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us at (479) 751-4510.
Last week, SFD members attended the Swift Water Technician course hosted by the Siloam Springs Fire Department! This is a very hands-on course that challenges skills in all types of swift water emergencies. Spring is here, and rain is in the forecast. Always remember to turn around and don't drown. #springdalefire #teamspringdale
Firefighters have been extremely busy over the past 24 hours battling multiple fires. Weather conditions continue to pose high fire risks in our area, so we cannot stress enough the importance of no burning!
Firefighters are currently on the scene of a fully involved shop building fire. This is causing delays along Wagon Wheel Road between 40th & Silent Grove. Please avoid the area while crews are working. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Washington County, Arkansas, posted a weather alert for Washington County.
Washington County Arkansas Judge Patrick W. Deakins, in consultation with the Washington County Department of Emergency Management & Homeland Security, the US National Weather Service Tulsa, Oklahoma, and the Arkansas Forestry Division, has issued a burn ban for all of Washington County until further notice.
Warm temperatures, very low humidity, and stronger winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of fire danger.
We are continuing to monitor this situation and will provide continuous updates.
Yesterday afternoon, crews were busy with two simultaneous fire incidents. The first was a grass fire near Shiloh Health and Rehab on Stultz Road. While crews were on that scene, a dumpster fire occurred at Northwest Medical Center, which extended into a portion of the structure. No injuries were reported at either incident.
This afternoon, Battalion 1, Engine 5, and Engine 3 responded to a mutual aid structure fire in Lowell. Crews assisted Lowell Fire with suppression and overhaul. No injuries were reported. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
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
