Beckemeyer Volunteer Fire Dept.

06/01/2026

Old 50 closed between Plantland and Frogtown Rd.
Seek alternate route

05/26/2026

Gun-A-Month May Drawing

05/18/2026

UPDATE: ROAD IS OPEN

Camp Joy Rd is shut down between Slant Rd and Royal Lake due to a large tree and power lines down. SEEK ALTERNATE ROUTE AT THIS TIME

05/05/2026

04/28/2026

Edit....ROAD IS NOW OPEN!

BARTELSO RD IS CLOSED BETWEEN OLD CARLYE RD AND HIGHLINE RD FOR POLE REPLACEMENTS. UNKNOWN FOR HOW LONG AT THIS TIME

04/28/2026

As the sun comes up we can get a better look at the damage and debris path left behind. We were very fortunate that Beckemeyer missed a direct hit by just a few 100 yards, as well as Carlyle as it lifted just before it got to town. You can see in some of these photos, the damaged power poles and lines hanging. Please avoid these areas. Our linemen are still out working to get everything to 100%.
As a typical Monday for us, we were having training last night. First responders were doing Continuing Education, the others were out training on hydrant connections and pump operations. Once the weather moved in firefighters reported back to the firehouse and stayed there monitoring weather conditions. As it hit Germantown we were outside the firehouse and could hear it rolling just south of town moving east. We knew there would be damage. All 4 of our apparatus along with 2 from Carlyle FD and 1 from Bartelso FD were sent out to survey damage and make contact with those immediately affected, as well as secure roadways blocked by downed lines. Huge shout out to a few entities out there throughout it all. Clinton County Sheriff's Dept dispatch was amazing as usual. The multiple Ameren, Clinton County Co Op, and sub contracted linemen who are still out there working. The Clinton Highway Dept for relieving us for traffic control on Bartelso Rd. So thankful for no reported injuries throughout our County. Thoughts go out to those affected..

04/28/2026

Storm update 10:34 pm
Damage was mainly south of The Village of Beckemeyer
Bartelso Rd is shut down between Highline Rd and Old Carlye Rd due to multiple power poles down as well as power lines. Several buildings were also destroyed down and along Highline Rd east towards Carlyle. Please avoid those areas. !! No reported injuries in our district

04/18/2026

With 1 month left before the 1st drawing of the 🔫 a month to benefit the Beckemeyer Fire Department let us know if you would like to purchase tickets. We have Venmo please leave comment in this post so I can ensure your ticket is filled out. Thanks for your support!

03/25/2026

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Do you know what to do if you come across a downed power line?
Knowing how to respond can save your life—and the lives of others.

⚠️ Stay back and keep your distance. Always assume downed lines are energized.
🚗 If your vehicle is involved in an accident with a power line, stay inside. The ground around you could be energized.
📞 Call 911 immediately and wait for emergency responders to arrive.
⚡ Do not touch the vehicle or the power line unless instructed by professionals.

Being informed can make all the difference in an emergency. Stay safe!

01/26/2026