Dover City Fire/Rescue

05/05/2026

🚨 Dover City Fire Department 🚨

Interested in serving your community and becoming part of something bigger than yourself?

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join the Dover City Fire Department! Whether you’re experienced or brand new, we’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

👨‍🚒 What We Offer:
• Hands-on fire suppression, rescue, and EMS training
• All gear and equipment provided
• Real-world emergency response experience
• Flexible scheduling for volunteers
• Leadership and teamwork development
• Community events and public outreach involvement
• Pride in serving and protecting your hometown
• Experience that can lead to a career in the fire service
• Access to experienced firefighters willing to mentor and teach

📅 Join us at our next training night:
05/11/2026 at 6:30pm

📍 Location:
Dover City Fire Department
9720 Market St. Dover, AR 72837

No experience required — just bring a good attitude and a willingness to learn.

💬 Have questions? Message us or stop by!

02/28/2026

The US Forest Service has been conducting an 800 acre prescribed burn north of the Appleton. There is smoke in the area from this and other prescribed burns.

02/19/2026

RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM CST | Thursday, February 19, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Pope County from 9 AM to 8 PM Thursday.

Critical fire weather conditions are expected due to strong winds and low relative humidity. These conditions may result in rapid fire growth and extreme fire behavior. Any fires that develop may spread quickly and become difficult to control. Citizens are strongly urged to refrain from outdoor burning during this time.

01/20/2026

HAPPENING NOW: A prescribed burn is underway for Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Timing details here: https://tinyurl.com/KARKPinnacleMountainBurn

01/14/2026

🚨 For Immediate Release 🚨

12/31/2025

Wildfire danger now moderate across northwest Arkansas. We really don't have any significant rainfall in the forecast over the next 7 to 10 days so this may worsen some.

11/21/2025

03/18/2025

A Burn Ban has been issued for Pope County beginning immediately, March 18, 2025.

02/27/2025

Dover City Fire Department is now accepting applications. It is a great way to support your community. We offer retirement through LOPFI and have paid drills and calls. Applications are available for pickup at the Dover City Hall.

12/21/2024

We will be handing out toys today across from the Dover City Fire Department until they are gone. Stop by and see us.

12/06/2024

We will be doing another toy drive for Toys for Tots tomorrow, December 7, at the DG Market in Dover.