City of Burton Fire / Rescue Station #1

05/31/2021

05/30/2021

A huge THANK YOU to Mayor Haskins for helping us get our trucks ready for tomorrow’s Memorial Day Celebration!

A huge THANK YOU to Mayor Haskins for helping us get our trucks ready for tomorrow’s Memorial Day Celebration!

05/17/2021

Fire Department

Fire Department

The mission of the Burton Fire Department is to eliminate the loss of life or injury due to the ravages of fire. To reduce significantly property loss due to fire by serving the public with dedication, professionalism and integrity emphasizing the importance of the fire prevention in the community.

04/20/2021

**A Freeze Warning is in effect for tonight and Wednesday night**.

Freeze Warning in effect for both Tuesday night and Wednesday night. Widespread freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. The upcoming cold nights will be more impactful than usually for late April given the early green up this season. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above- ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

04/14/2021

Our thoughts and prayers go out to our fellow brothers and sisters of Attica Fire department in Lapeer county.

04/09/2021

There is a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms again today, mainly during the 4 PM to midnight time window. Damaging wind gusts near 60 mph is the primary hazard in the strongest storms. Stay informed on the latest forecast updates today.

04/01/2021

First Quarter run statistics are in.

03/31/2021

We are currently accepting applications for the position of Paid-on-Call Firefighter. We anticipate beginning the hiring process near the end of May. If you are 18 years of age, live in or within 1 mile of Burton, have a high school diploma or GED, and have reliable transportation please stop in and see us or give us a call. This is a great opportunity to give back to the community.

03/24/2021

Statewide tornado drill happening this Wednesday during Severe Weather Awareness Week

Just a friendly reminder at 1pm! Don’t be alarmed, this is only a test!

If you don't have an action plan for a possible tornado in your area, this Wednesday will be a great time to practice. Michigan State Police announced that there will be a statewide tornado drill at 1 p.m. on March 24.

02/15/2021

As the snow accumulates over the next 48 hours please remember to clear any nearby fire hydrants. Someone's home, business, or life may depend on it.

02/15/2021

*** WINTER STORM WARNING *** Will be in effect from 6 PM tonight until tomorrow 2/16/2021 @ 12:00pm. Stay safe out there!

WEATHER ALERT: A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Genesee, Livingston, Lapeer, Sanilac, Huron county until 2/16 12:00PM. Stay Updated: Midmichigannow.com/weather?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socsyntes

02/14/2021

Winter Weather Advisory in effect tonight at midnight to noon Tuesday. Two distinct periods of snowfall with total accumulation of 1 to 2 inches tonight and Monday morning then an additional 3 to 6 inches Monday night into Tuesday morning. Hazardous driving conditions during the Monday morning peak travel period and again Monday evening through Tuesday morning. Plan for hazardous and slow travel during the primary time windows for snow in this longer duration event.

02/04/2021

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 4 PM today until 4 AM Friday. A burst of heavy snow is expected this evening bringing total accumulation of 2 to 4 inches.

01/26/2021

***Updated***

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM ESTTUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total accumulation of 3 to 5 inches.

* WHERE...Midland, Bay, Huron, Saginaw, Tuscola, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer and St. Clair Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on low visibility and hazardous road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Snow moves in along and north of the I-69 corridor after 4 AM and reaches the Tri Cities and northern Thumb by 7 AM. A burst of heavier snow is expected during the peak from about 10 AM to 1 PM. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Plan for additional time if traveling. Slow down and use extra caution.

01/11/2021

2021 Monthly Tornado Siren Schedule.

01/09/2021

We would like to take a moment to Thank all of our fellow brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement for what they do on a daily basis, especially our very own Burton police officers. THANK YOU!

We would like to take a moment to Thank all of our fellow brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement for what they do on a daily basis, especially our very own Burton police officers. THANK YOU!

12/29/2020

City of Burton Fire Department

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow develops tonight with a period of mixed precipitation after daybreak Wednesday. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. A light glaze of icing will also be possible.

* WHERE...Huron, Tuscola, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Genesee and Lapeer Counties.

* WHEN...Snow is expected between 11 PM tonight and 9 AM EST Wednesday. A period of sleet and light freezing rain will be possible between 9 AM EST Wednesday and noon EST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous. conditions will impact the morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow begins by midnight and becomes heavy at times during the late night. Snow becomes mixed with a burst of sleet by Wednesday morning and then light freezing rain before changing over to all rain.

12/25/2020

Merry Christmas from all of us at Station 1. Please stay safe out there and enjoy!

12/14/2020

Genesee Health System

Cold Weather Resources, please share far and wide. Let's keep Flint warm and safe!

#food #clothing #shelter #homeless #communitystrong

12/12/2020

A huge THANK YOU to our community members. Our Squad is filling up fast. We are here until 8pm!

12/12/2020

Today is the day! Stop out to Walmart on Court st, Burton. 10AM - 8PM

12/11/2020

City of Burton Fire Department

Tomorrow is our big TOY DRIVE to help the Salvation Army. Please stop by Walmart on Court St. between 10:00 am and 8:00 pm and donate a new toy to help us rescue Christmas!!!

Thank you and God Bless

12/05/2020

A pleasant surprise was found outside the fire station this morning. Thank you to the Pinecone Elves! #pineconeelves

12/01/2020

City of Burton Fire Department

This year we are doing all we can to help the Salvation Army to "Stop COVID from Stealing Christmas". We are collecting bottles and cans for the Salvation Army as well as helping with their toy drive and Coats for Kids. Bottles, cans, coats, hats, scarves, and toys can all be dropped off at our headquarters located at 1320 S., Belsay Rd., Burton, MI 48509 from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday all the way up until December 24th. We will also be doing a special toy drive event in the parking lot of the Burton Walmart on December 12, 2020 from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.

11/28/2020

It’s been a busy day here at the station. We still have a few more lights to add. Stop by and take a scroll through water tower park! Here’s to kicking off the Christmas season!

11/26/2020

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us! Stay Safe, Stay Healthy, and enjoy today!

11/20/2020

The Salvation Army of Genesee County

The Salvation Army of Genesee County

Our Burton Fire-Rescue, City of Burton Fire Department, Burton Fire District, City of Burton Fire / Rescue Station #1 are helping to #RescueChristmas . We ❤ you guys!

11/15/2020

City of Burton Fire Department

HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM
EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Michigan

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 7 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most frequent wind gusts will fall into
the 45 to 55 MPH range. There will however be a few gusts that
hit 60 MPH.

11/11/2020

City of Burton Fire Department

11/01/2020

Davison-Richfield Fire Department

Good morning. We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Halloween. With the time change that occurred last night, we want to remind everyone to be sure to change your smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries. This should be done every 6 months and the time change is perfect for that. Take a few minutes today to help yourselves and change your batteries.

Also as a reminder, smoke detectors should be replaced every 10 years and carbon monoxide detectors should be replaced every 7 years.

11/01/2020

A huge shout out to our Burton Community as we broke last years record for trick-or-treaters. 237 was the total for this year!. Thank you for stopping up and seeing all of us! Be safe out there!

10/27/2020

Stop by our Fire Station 1 and 2 this Halloween for a treat 5pm-730pm. Our Station 3 personnel will be out in the community handing out candy.
This year will be a little different, we will have a table set up outside the bay doors and our buildings and apparatus(Trucks) will be unavailable for tours due to the current pandemic. Please remember to social distance. As always, Stay safe and we will see you Saturday!!

10/23/2020

City of Burton Fire Department

City of Burton Fire Department

We have recently fielded several questions as to why our burning ordinance does not allow residents to burn leaves. The reason is because the DEQ prohibits it in a municipality of our size. Below is an excerpt from Act 451 of 1994.

NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (EXCERPT)
Act 451 of 1994

324.11522 Open burning of grass clippings or leaves; open burning of household waste; materials; violation; extension of prohibition to materials not listed in subsection (3); open burning of wooden fruit or vegetable storage bins constructed from untreated lumber; requirements; effect of local ordinance; burning of United States flag.
Sec. 11522.

(1) The open burning of grass clippings or leaves is prohibited in any municipality having a population of 7,500 or more, unless specifically authorized by local ordinance, which ordinance shall be reported to the department of natural resources within 30 days of enactment.
(2) Subsection (1) does not permit a county or municipality to authorize open burning of grass clippings or leaves by an ordinance that would otherwise be prohibited under part 55 or rules promulgated under that part.

10/18/2020

A huge Thank You to Walker Farms for the donated corn stalks to help decorate the front of the station.

10/01/2020

City of Burton Fire / Rescue Station #1