Peggs Fire-Rescue

09/08/2026

08/21/2026

At approximately 12:45 a.m., the Peggs Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 7000 block of N. 430 Rd. Upon arrival, firefighters found the front of the house fully involved and acted quickly to contain the fire. All occupants evacuated safely and were unharmed. We appreciate the assistance of Gideon Fire & Rescue.

07/05/2026

Unfortunately, due to weather and safety concerns, we’re postponing the fireworks to tomorrow night at 9:30pm. Thank you.

07/04/2026

🎉🇺🇸Firework show tonight, Sunday, July 5th @9:30

Update-8:45pm-Unfortunately, due to weather and safety concerns, we’re postponing the fireworks to tomorrow night at 9:30pm. Thank you.

Reminder - Fireworks tonight. They will start at 9:30pm at Peggs School.

We want to thank everyone for their support and give a special thank you to Sasha Blackfox Qualls

We hope you have a fun and safe 4th of July!

06/16/2026

Today, Peggs Fire Chief Dale Fine visited with KFOR Oklahoma’s News 4 Reporter Lauren Henry to discuss yesterday’s rescue operation. Peggs Fire Department appreciates all the agencies that responded to help. The link to the story is below:

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. (KFOR) — After severe flooding, a dozen campers had to be rescued from a camp near Tahlequah on Sunday morning. The Peggs Fire Department, the Tahlequah Fire Department, the Grand …

06/14/2026

At approximately 10:50am on Sunday, the Peggs Fire Department received a water-rescue call at Littlefield’s campground along Spring Creek near Peggs. Overnight storms caused flash flooding in the area, stranding several people in the campground. Firefighters and law enforcement officers quickly responded and successfully rescued 12 individuals from the floodwaters. All were brought to safety without injury.

Peggs Fire Department appreciates the Tahlequah Fire Department, Locust Grove Fire Department, Illinois River Fire Department, GRDA Police, Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, Northeastern Health System EMS, and Cherokee County 911 for their assistance in the rescue operation.

02/28/2026

The Peggs Fire Department continues to battle wildfires across our district.

A fire occurred last night between Hwy 82C and E. 645 Rd. Firefighters, along with an Oklahoma Forestry Services crew, worked into the early morning hours to contain the fire.

Reminder: The burn ban remains in effect. Please avoid any outdoor burning and report any signs of smoke or fire immediately.