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.
The Springdale Fire Department is pleased to announce we have received
reaccreditation status from the Commission on Fire Accreditation
International (CFAI) for meeting the criteria established through the
CFAI's voluntary self-assessment and accreditation program. Thank you to
everyone who helped us along this journey.
The Springdale Fire Department has deployed an ambulance to the Gulf Coast of Florida ahead of Hurricane Idalia. This request was part of a large Task Force to mobilize emergency medical crews for the State of Florida. This 3-person crew is currently staged and ready to provide ground ambulance support if needed.
As we continue to see these extreme temperatures here are a few tips to keep in mind. During hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is challenged in ways you may not expect. When your body heats too rapidly, or when too much fluid or salt is lost through dehydration or sweating, you may experience a heat-related illness. Stay Weather-Ready by learning the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses. weather.gov/safety/heat-illness
B1, E2, E5, and L8 just finished up a large commercial dumpster fire at Black Oak Apartments. The fire was under control in 20 minutes.
Fire-Rescue International Conference 2023. Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from across North America and around the globe come to Fire-Rescue International (FRI). This year, we sent 6 of our Chief Officers and 4 of our Company Officers to Kansas City, Missouri to learn, network, and collaborate
We just upgraded all of our staff vehicles with new Zoll AEDS. Theses 18 AEDS will replace the ones that are currently being used in our staff vehicles that have been in use for quite some time now.
Calling all Golfers! If you would like a chance to play golf on an amazing course and help the Springdale Fire Department Benevolent Fund, here’s your chance.
Please join us for a round of golf on Monday, September 11th at the Springdale Country Club. The tournament will have three flights with prizes being awarded to 1st and 2nd place in each flight. There will also be prizes given for longest drive and closest to the pin. See the posted picture and scan the QR code to register.
So, dust off the old clubs, get a partner and come support a great cause!
Please contact SFD at 751-4510 for more information.
Station 1 and 4 trained on high rise operations. Fires in tall buildings require different tactics to be successful. Today crews trained on using the standpipe connection to deliver water to upper floors. #teamspringdale
Please join us in congratulating Tad Tanakatsubo on his promotion to Captain. Tad joined the Springdale Fire Department in September of 2014. He is assigned to B-Platoon, Station 2. Congratulations Captain Tanakatsubo!
This past Friday the Springdale Fire Department held a retirement party for Captain Blain Coger. Here are a few photos of some of the people who were in attendance to thank Captain Coger for his years of service to the City of Springdale and to wish him a happy retirement. Congratulations!
Join us in congratulating newly promoted Driver Operator Tim Campbell! He has completed the training, put in the hours of studying, and passed the promotional exams! We look forward to watching him grow in his new position!
Please help us congratulate Captain Blain Coger at his retirement celebration this Friday!
Saturday morning, station four crews attended the National EMS Memorial Service in Fayetteville. This service is to remember and honor those emergency medical services personnel who have died in the line of duty and to recognize the ultimate sacrifice.
Today we were able to bring back home the Boots vs Badges Blood Drive trophy! We would like to thank all of the donors who chose to roll up their sleeves to make a blood donation. We would also like to thank a few people who helped us put this drive together: Community Blood Center of the Ozarks, The Springdale Police Department, Springdale Fraternal Order of Police, Channel 5 News, KURM Radio, Harps Food Stores, and Springdale Firefighters Association Local 3007. Thank you for all of your help with making this a successful blood drive!
