Chaffee Fire Department

08/18/2026

Today is National Volunteer Firefighter recognition day. Take time today to thank a volunteer firefighter. 🧑‍🚒

Thank you to each and every one of our volunteer firefighters that take time out of their personal lives to share their skills and service for our great community. Many hours of training, education and live calls are spent each month by the men and women of our department and it does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your true commitment to this town and many others and their residents.

Fun Fact: Small town backbone: About 85 percent of all fire departments in the United States are mostly or entirely run by volunteers, particularly in towns with fewer than 10,000 residents. U.S. volunteer firefighters save local governments an estimated $140 billion each year in operational and staffing costs.

08/11/2026

Chaffee Fire Department is already making plans for the fireworks celebration for next year's Fourth of July city celebration. For only $10 you can help make this celebration bigger and better than ever plus have a chance to win an amazing, locally made smoker from Smoking Brothers. Only 500 tickets sold! Contact a firefighter for your tickets or comment here and we will contact you.

08/11/2026

Please join Chaffee Fire Department in welcoming our newest
probationary firefighter, Cheyenne Fraser to the department. Cheyenne will bring with him a strong dedication to public safety, a hard-working mindset, and a genuine desire to serve our community. Drop a comment below to give him a warm welcome as he begins his new career with us!

07/04/2026

Chaffee Fire wishes everyone a safe and happy day celebrating the 250th birthday of our great nation. 🧨🇺🇸

06/24/2026

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day from Chaffee Fire Department. Flags are out at Circle Park for everyone to see today. Have a safe day remembering those that have died protecting our country.

04/24/2026

Here’s an alternative option if the need ever arises! Please review their post to see all the tips and tricks!

🚨 WE ARE LIVE: TEXT-TO-911 NOW AVAILABLE IN SCOTT COUNTY 🚨

Scott County residents can now text 911 in an emergency. This service is available through the Sikeston Department of Public Safety Communications Center and Scott City E911, providing coverage for the entire county.

📱 When should you text 911?
Text-to-911 is a critical option when:
• You are unable to safely speak
• You are in a situation where calling could put you in danger
• You are hearing/speech impaired
• You need to be discreet

📞 If you can call, always call.
Voice calls remain the fastest and most effective way to reach 911.

💬 How to text 911:
• Enter 911 in the “To” field
• Send a short message with your location and emergency
• Answer questions from the dispatcher promptly

⚠️ Important Tips:
• Do not include photos, videos, emojis, or group texts
• Keep messages clear and concise
• Stay with your phone and continue the conversation

This is a major step forward in improving emergency communications and accessibility across Scott County. We are proud to provide another way to reach help when it matters most.

❤️ Help is just a text away. We’re here for you.

04/11/2026

This article was sent to us the other day...just a little look at how our Fire Department was started and how far we have grown

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from Chaffee Fire Department 🥕✝️

04/02/2026

In remembrance of a fallen brother in the line of duty.

Today we honor and remember Chief Garry Moore. On April 2, 2025, Chief Garry Moore died in the line of duty while responding to a call in extreme weather.

Chief Moore began serving as a volunteer public safety officer in the 1970s and began serving as Chief of the Whitewater Fire Protection District in the mid-1990s. He left behind his wife and loving family.

We will never forget the life and legacy of Chief Garry Moore.

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