Last week the SFD hosted an Arkansas Fire Academy confined space class. Students were challenged in the classroom and with realistic scenarios in the field. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
This afternoon, units responded to a semi truck accident which struck a storage container near 1609 North Old Missouri Road. Crews arriving on scene provided patient care and transported one, while additional crews managed leaking fuel tanks.
SFD responded to a reported structure Fire this afternoon. Ladder 6 arrived on scene to a well involved storage building. Units on scene contained the fire from spreading to nearby exposures. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Crews responded to McDonalds near the corner of Robinson and Old Missouri for a possible structure fire with the caller reporting smoke in the building. Crews were able to determine the smoke was caused by a faulty AC unit on the roof. There were no injuries reported.
This evening we held our fall pinning ceremony to celebrate our members who have been recently promoted, and recognize our firefighters who have completed their probationary year. Mayor Doug Sprouse was on hand to swear in our new firefighters. Congratulations to everyone!
We are recognizing some of our members that have been promoted or have completed their probationary training. Please join us this Wednesday, September 27th at 6pm, at the Mickey Jackson Training Center 2398 Turnbow Avenue.
Last night crews responded to Fitzgerald Mountain for a patient who had fallen from a 20 ft bluff. With the assistance and teamwork from Springdale Communications, and Springdale Police Department's drone, crews were able to locate the victim and remove him utilizing a stokes basket. The patient was transported by Medic 3.
Springdale firefighters recently completed a 40 hr structural collapse course. This course taught skills and tactics used to safely assess and secure structures with significant damage. Other agencies were present, including Rogers FD, Bella Vista FD, and Siloam Springs FD.
Watching the sunrise come up Monday morning over the Springdale Country Club was breathtaking and gave us a reminder of what the day means. The 4th annual Fairways Fore Firefighters had an excellent turn out, with 104 golfers participating. All of the proceeds went to support our benevolent fund. Each golfer played for one of the fallen 343 members of the FDNY. We couldn't host an event of this caliber without the support of our sponsors. We want to recognize Milestone Construction for being our Chief Sponsor, who has graciously contributed at this level for each of our four tournaments. We would also like to mention MBL Architects, Sam's Club #4808 in Springdale, Macadoodles, Chick-fil-A in Springdale, Aaron Adams Insurance agent Nick Emerson, ServiceMaster, and Northwest Restoration. We appreciate our sponsors for all of the support that has been given to this event.
SFD members participated in the 9/11 Memorial stair climb this morning. This event is hosted by the Razorback Army ROTC. Participants climbed 110 stories to remember all those that lost their lives that day. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
Today, some of our members competed in the Battle of the Badges against the Springdale Police Department. This was a kickoff event celebrating the grand opening of the new outdoor workout facility located at Murphy Park. Team SFD was Driver/Operator Noah Carter, Firefighter Hunter Collins, and Probationary Firefighter Jett Dennis. SFD squeezed by for the win! Job well done by all of the participants!
This week, Chief Blake Holte, along with other area fire departments' representatives, traveled to visit the West Metro Fire District in Denver. The purpose was to develop a better understanding of regional responses and to collaborate with West Metro Fire District and gain their perspective. Just another example of the teamwork and energy behind NWA Fire/EMS organizations.
Last night Battalion 1, Engine 1, and Engine 3 assisted Lowell Fire Dept with a commercial structure fire. Units were on scene for several hours assisting with suppression operations. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
We have 7 new firefighter recruits who are in week 2 of the Northwest Arkansas Regional Fire Academy. Over the course of their academy journey, we will be sharing periodic video clips of their progress. Stay tuned.
Today, firefighter Northrop checked off his"retrieve a kitten from a tree" task list. Well done!
On Friday, Captain Hayden Dennis was working an overtime shift and had the good fortune to have his son Jett on his crew for the day. During their shift they respond to an apartment fire where they worked together on the initial attack.
B-shift crews responded to a working apartment fire yesterday. Upon arrival heavy fire and smoke was showing and the alarm was upgraded to a 2nd alarm. Crews were able to bring the fire under control in 20 minutes. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Idalia Deployment Update: After riding out the storm, your deployed Springdale crew has been assigned to run Emergency 911 calls for Suwannee County Fire Rescue. They are currently stationed with Marco Island Fire Rescue, Greater Naples Fire Rescue and Suwannee Fire Rescue crews.
SFD members just returned from the 2023 Oklahoma Swiftwater Conference & Competition. This is a unique opportunity for first responders from across the country to train and learn at the best water rescue training facility in the United States. The conference offers water rescue training with instructors from across the United States. The instructors bring real-world experience through multiple national deployments and local responses to water rescue incidents. #teamspringdale #springdalefire
What a difference a week can make in our outdoor temperatures. Today, C-Platoon crews took advantage of the nice day to train for confined space rescues.
