Highlandville Rural Fire Protection District

10/05/2026

September 2026 Call Report

Highlandville Fire Protection District responded to 82 calls during September:

• Medical — 47
• Motor Vehicle Accidents — 8
• Service Calls — 7
• Lift Assists — 7
• Outside Fires — 4
• Vehicle Fire — 1
• Fire Alarm — 1
• Smoke Investigations — 2
• Mutual Aid Calls — 5

Behind every call is a neighbor who needs help. Thank you to our firefighters for their dedication and to our community for your continued support. We’re honored to serve you!

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09/24/2026

Just a reminder to all that the burn ban is still in effect. Follow
This page and check back for updates.

09/19/2026

Engine 75 joined the festivities today at Big Rig Day at Spokane Owls Middle School. It’s always fun to let people explore what we do, and make great memories with our community.

09/18/2026

CHRISTIAN COUNTY BURN BAN IN EFFECT

Due to ongoing dry conditions, increased fire danger, and current weather forecasts, Christian County has issued a countywide burn ban effective immediately. The burn ban prohibits all outdoor burning, including the burning of brush, debris, and other combustible materials, until further notice. County officials are taking this precautionary measure to reduce the risk of wildfires that could threaten lives, property, and natural resources. County officials, emergency responders and local fire departments are urging residents to use extreme caution with any activities that could produce sparks or open flames.

The burn ban will remain in effect for 30 days from adoption, or until conditions improve, and fire danger decreases. Residents are encouraged to stay informed through official county communication channels for updates regarding the status of the ban. Anyone found violating the burn ban may be subject to penalties as provided by state and local regulations. County leaders appreciate the public’s cooperation and commitment to helping protect the community during this period of heightened fire risk.

09/17/2026

Yesterday, crews responded to a mutual aid request from Southern Stone County Fire Protection District. This is your reminder that it is unsafe to burn with the current dry conditions.

09/16/2026

Here's your reminder. We still have dangerously dry conditions.

BURN ADVISORY — OUTDOOR BURNING STRONGLY DISCOURAGED

Highlandville Fire Protection District is currently advising residents against all outdoor burning.

This is a burn advisory, not a burn ban. However, current conditions make outdoor burning dangerous, and restrictions could change if conditions worsen.

Dry grass and vegetation can ignite easily. Wind can carry sparks and embers well beyond the original burn area, allowing even a small, controlled fire to escape and spread rapidly. Brush piles, leaves, trash, campfires, and other outdoor fires can quickly threaten nearby fields, woods, homes, vehicles, and other property.

Please postpone all outdoor burning until conditions improve.
If a fire escapes your control, call 911 immediately. Do not wait for it to grow before requesting help.

We will continue monitoring conditions and share updates if the advisory changes.

09/12/2026

Yesterday, Tanker 73 was dispatched to assist Nixa Fire Protection District with a mutual aid request at a house fire. Nixa crews did an excellent job working quickly to get the fire out.

We’re always happy to answer the call when one of our neighboring departments needs an extra hand. Mutual aid is an important part of the fire service, and working together helps ensure our communities have the personnel, equipment, and resources they need when an emergency occurs.

We’re grateful for the neighboring departments who respond when Highlandville needs assistance, and we’re proud to return that support whenever we’re called.

Thank you to the crews of Nixa Fire Protection District and all of our mutual aid partners for the work you do to keep our communities safe.

Neighbors helping neighbors. That’s what the fire service is all about.

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09/11/2026

We remember.

09/04/2026

AUGUST CALL REPORT

Highlandville Fire Protection District responded to 94 calls for service this month:

Medical Emergencies: 44
Vehicle Accidents: 15
Lift Assists: 11
Mutual Aid Calls: 9
Service Calls: 4
Outside Fires: 3
Structure Fires: 2
Vehicle Fires: 2
Electrical Hazards: 2
Gas Odor: 1
Water Rescue: 1

Total Calls: 94

Each number represents someone in our community, or a neighboring community, who needed help. Thank you to our community for your continued support, to our firefighters who are willing to serve, and to our neighboring departments for their partnership and mutual aid.

09/02/2026

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH WITH INJURY

At approximately 10:27 a.m. today, Highlandville Fire was dispatched to a motor vehicle crash in the vicinity of 176E and BB after an automatic crash notification was received, as well as an additional 911 call reporting that a vehicle had left the roadway and struck a well house.

Engine 75 responded to the incident. Upon arrival, crews found a pickup truck that had struck the structure. The vehicle was occupied by a single driver who crashed due to experiencing a medical emergency.

Firefighters secured the scene, checked the vehicle and structure for additional hazards. Highlandville Fire cleared the scene and returned to service at approximately 11:11 a.m.

We would like to remind everyone that motor vehicle crashes can happen in an instant. Please stay alert, avoid distractions, wear your seat belt, and give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination safely.