Edgerton Trimble Fire Protection District

08/19/2026

Just after 10pm SAFD responded to a reported structure fire in the 15700 block of North Chestnut Street. The homeowner reported that the house had been struck by lightning and stated there was a fire in the basement. Firefighters found a fire in the basement utility room which had spread through void spaces to the main floor. There were no injuries, and the American Red Cross is assisting the family. SAFD was assisted at the scene by the Edgerton Trimble Fire Protection District, Kearney Fire & Rescue Protection District, NRAD EMS, and Smithville Police Department.

05/09/2026

After a long time coming, this morning the Fire Board officially approved a policy to implement pay-per-response for our fire district.

To many, this may not seem like a major milestone, but for those who answer the call day and night, it represents something much bigger — appreciation for the sacrifices made by our firefighters and first responders. The missed holidays, sleepless nights, time away from family, and the stress that comes with serving our community are things that often go unseen.

While no amount of money can truly repay the dedication and commitment of the men and women who serve, this is a meaningful step toward recognizing the hard work and personal sacrifice that comes with protecting others in their time of need.

I could not be more proud of the men and women I have the honor of serving alongside every day. Their dedication, professionalism, and heart for this community continue to make our department stronger.

It is my hope that this program not only helps recognize our current members, but also encourages others to step forward and join us in serving our community. Together, we will continue building a stronger and better fire department for the future.

Thank you to our Fire Board for their support, and thank you to every firefighter who continues to answer the call.

Chief Rodney Deckman

03/26/2026

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT FRIDAY FOR
WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY.....FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT
FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW
RELATIVE HUMIDITY...

The National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill has
issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity,
which is in effect from noon to 8 PM CDT Friday. A Fire Weather
Watch has also been issued. This Fire Weather Watch for wind and
low relative humidity is in effect from Saturday afternoon
through Saturday evening.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Kansas, Fire Weather Zones 025, 057, 060,
102, 103, 104 and 105. In Missouri, Fire Weather Zones 001,
002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 011, 012, 013, 014, 020, 021, 022,
028, 029, 030, 037 and 043.

* TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from noon to 8 PM CDT
Friday. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Saturday afternoon
through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

* WIND... Northerly sustained winds of 15 to 20 mph with gusts
around 25 mph on Friday. Southerly sustained winds of 15 to 20
mph with gusts around 25 mph on Saturday.

* HUMIDITY... Lowest afternoon and evening humidity of 15 to 25
percent Friday and Saturday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.

03/21/2026

RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 PM
CDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR portions
of northwest Missouri...

The National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill has
issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity,
which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 10 PM CDT this
evening.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Missouri, Fire Weather Zones 003, 004, 005,
013, 014, 021 and 028.

* TIMING...From 11 AM this morning to 10 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

* WIND...Southwest around 15 MPH with gusts to 25 MPH

* HUMIDITY...Between 15 and 25 percent in the afternoon

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

03/18/2026

03/16/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we remember our friend Billy Hurt.

Billy was a retired firefighter from Columbia, Missouri, and after retirement he continued serving the fire service through his work with Alex Air. Our department purchased our extrication tools from Billy, and he came to our station several times to train our firefighters.

Anyone who ever trained with Billy knows there was no one quite like him. He always had a smile on his face and, like everyone says, he usually showed up in flip flops ready to get to work. Billy had a true passion for teaching and for the fire service. He would work with firefighters until they felt confident and comfortable with the tools, always patient and always willing to share his knowledge.

He never expected anything in return — he simply wanted firefighters to be better prepared to help people on their worst day.

Many times we told others, “If you want to learn good extrication, get ahold of Billy.”

Billy made a lasting impact on our department and on the firefighters he trained. His knowledge, dedication, and friendship will not be forgotten.

Billy will truly be missed.

Rest easy, Billy.

03/15/2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1
AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to one inch.
Winds gusting as high as 55 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Kansas and west
central Missouri.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Strong winds could
cause tree damage.

03/11/2026

RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM CDT THURSDAY FOR
GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR PORTIONS OF FAR
NORTHEAST KANSAS AND NORTHWEST MISSOURI...

The National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill has
issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity,
which is in effect from noon to 9 PM CDT Thursday.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Kansas, Fire Weather Zone 103. In Missouri,
Fire Weather Zones 021 and 028.

* TIMING...From noon to 9 PM CDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

* WIND...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph.

* HUMIDITY...Relative humidity values falling around 20 to 25%.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.

03/07/2026

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
1123 PM CST Fri Mar 6 2026

The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southeastern Buchanan County in northwestern Missouri...
Southwestern Clinton County in northwestern Missouri...
Northwestern Clay County in west central Missouri...
Platte County in west central Missouri...

* Until midnight CST.

* At 1123 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm was located over Platte City,
moving northeast at 50 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Leavenworth, Smithville, Kearney, Platte City, Weston, Gower,
Kansas City Intl Arpt, Trimble, Edgerton, Camden Point, Ferrelview,
Tracy, Farley, Ridgely, Waldron, Stillings, Beverly, Hoover, and
East Leavenworth.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 35 in Missouri between mile markers 25 and 27.
Interstate 29 between mile markers 10 and 27.
Interstate 435 between mile markers 23 and 43.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 400 AM CST for northeastern
Kansas...and northwestern and west central Missouri.

&&

LAT...LON 3962 9456 3937 9434 3921 9483 3922 9484
3924 9483 3926 9483 3928 9489 3931 9491
3936 9491 3938 9488 3939 9489 3938 9492
3939 9494
TIME...MOT...LOC 0523Z 237DEG 45KT 3933 9480

HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.75 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH