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Weather is going to be warm and windy today, with crops drying out and some grasses starting to cure please be mindful w...
10/23/2026

Weather is going to be warm and windy today, with crops drying out and some grasses starting to cure please be mindful while out working or hunting.

On Wednesday night during our monthly meeting, we were joinded by the family of Laine Warkenthien, and presented the Fir...
10/16/2026

On Wednesday night during our monthly meeting, we were joinded by the family of Laine Warkenthien, and presented the Fire Department with a $500 donation in memory of Laine. Laine was a past fire chief with WSFD, he had a pivotal role not only in public safety, but with blazing the trail for the construction of our fire hall. Rebecca gave an amazing speech to the firemen, noting the accomplishments and dedication her father had for the Fire Department. On behalf of the WSFD, thank you so much to the Warkenthine family!

10/11/2026

🚨 A REMINDER TO ALL MOTORISTS — SLOW DOWN AND PAY ATTENTION! 🚨

Last night, the Wessington Springs Volunteer Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident on Highway 281.

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who assisted with the incident:

đźš‘ Wessington Springs Ambulance
đźš” Jerauld County Sheriff's Office
đźš’ Alpena Fire Department
đźš” South Dakota Highway Patrol
đźš” Sanborn County Sheriff's Office
đźš” Beadle County Sheriff's Office
đźš› Rudy's Towing
🚧 South Dakota Department of Transportation
🚜 Olinger Farms — for the use of their front-end loader

We sincerely appreciate the cooperation, equipment, and assistance provided by everyone involved. Incidents like this require teamwork, and we are fortunate to have so many willing to help when called upon.

We would also like to take this opportunity to share an important reminder with everyone who travels our highways, whether you live in the area or are simply passing through.

Unfortunately, during last night's response, we witnessed some extremely concerning behavior from motorists attempting to navigate through the accident scene.

Let us be very clear: Your destination is NOT more important than the lives of our firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, tow operators, highway workers, or those involved in an accident.

When you approach flashing emergency lights, SLOW DOWN, PAY ATTENTION, AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS!

If a highway is closed, it is closed for a reason. Emergency personnel are not blocking traffic to inconvenience you. They are there to protect lives, assist those in need, and make an already dangerous situation as safe as possible.

Attempting to drive around emergency vehicles, ignoring directions, or becoming impatient with those working the scene is not only reckless — it is absolutely unacceptable.

We understand that road closures and delays can be frustrating, especially when you're traveling a long distance. But a few extra minutes of inconvenience will never outweigh the life of someone working along the highway.

Our volunteers leave their homes, families, and jobs to help others. The last thing they should have to worry about is whether an impatient driver is going to make them the next victim.

Your impatience is NOT an emergency. Your poor decisions can create one.

We are grateful that everyone working the scene was able to return home safely.

Whether you're traveling five miles or five hundred, the responsibility is the same.

SLOW DOWN, MOVE OVER WHEN POSSIBLE, AND RESPECT THE PEOPLE WORKING ALONG OUR HIGHWAYS.

As always, thank you for the continued support you show our department. We hope you never find yourself in a situation where you need us, but if that day comes, know that we will be there. Serving and protecting our community is why we do what we do.

The crowd is rounding up for the Youth Roughstock Rodeo and the weather is so perfect it's almost suspicious, join us to...
09/13/2026

The crowd is rounding up for the Youth Roughstock Rodeo and the weather is so perfect it's almost suspicious, join us to cheer on the junior rodeo contestants!!!

🇺🇸 WE WILL NEVER FORGET — SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 🇺🇸Today, the Wessington Springs Volunteer Fire Department joins fire depart...
09/11/2026

🇺🇸 WE WILL NEVER FORGET — SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 🇺🇸

Today, the Wessington Springs Volunteer Fire Department joins fire departments and communities across our nation in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

In front of our trucks are 10 sets of firefighter gear, arranged 3–4–3. That arrangement is intentional.

3 – 4 – 3

It represents the 343 FDNY firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001.

They answered the call that morning knowing people needed help. They climbed the stairs while thousands were coming down. They served with courage, duty, and sacrifice until the very end.

The empty gear is our small way of honoring the firefighters who never returned to their stations, their families, and their communities.

We also remember every innocent life lost that day, the first responders who answered the call, and all those whose lives were forever changed by the events of September 11.

343 firefighters.
One brotherhood.
Never forgotten.

Our annual golf tournament is approaching fast! Get signed up soon!
08/21/2026

Our annual golf tournament is approaching fast! Get signed up soon!

🚒🔥 Fireman’s FunFest kicks off tonight at 6 PM! 🔥🚒Come on out and enjoy burgers, brats, and all the fixings! 🌭🍔There’s p...
08/07/2026

🚒🔥 Fireman’s FunFest kicks off tonight at 6 PM! 🔥🚒

Come on out and enjoy burgers, brats, and all the fixings! 🌭🍔

There’s plenty of fun for the kids, including bounce houses and water wars, plus fire truck rides for all ages! 🚒💦

And for the adults, adult beverages will also be available for purchase. 🍻

Bring the family, bring your friends, and come enjoy a great night with the community! We’ll see you at 6 PM!

Mark you calendars!!!
07/19/2026

Mark you calendars!!!

The guys are hard at work setting up the fireworks, show should be ready to go about 10:00 PM
07/05/2026

The guys are hard at work setting up the fireworks, show should be ready to go about 10:00 PM

đźš©đźš’ Red Flag Warning starting 11AM today. Please refrain from burning anything and if working out in the fields be fire ...
05/12/2026

đźš©đźš’ Red Flag Warning starting 11AM today. Please refrain from burning anything and if working out in the fields be fire aware and have some form of fire extinguishment with you. đźš’đźš©

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210 Dakota Avenue S
Wessington Springs, SD
57382

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+16055391888

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