Goshen Arkansas Fire District

05/23/2026

At 9:43 PM on May 22, 2026, the Goshen Fire District was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident with reported entrapment in the 22000 block of South Highway 45.

Two engines responded immediately and were shortly supported by a brush truck and a rescue unit. Upon arrival, firefighters located a heavily damaged vehicle off the roadway in a ditch with one patient entrapped inside.

Extrication efforts began immediately, with firefighters removing both driver-side doors and the B-post to safely access and extricate the patient. Following removal from the vehicle, the patient, was transported to the hospital for further treatment.

A total of four apparatus and six firefighters from the Goshen Fire District responded to the incident.

05/04/2026

At 7:27 AM on May 4, 2026, units were dispatched to a two-vehicle motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Waterford Drive and West Bowen Boulevard.

On-duty crews responded immediately and arrived to find two vehicles with moderate damage on the north shoulder of the roadway. Firefighters secured the scene and blocked westbound traffic to provide a safe working area for responding personnel and to allow the arriving ambulance to position safely.

Two patients were evaluated on scene while crews ensured the vehicles were stabilized and hazards mitigated.

As always, we are proud to serve and protect the residents of our district and appreciate your continued support.

02/26/2026

02/23/2026

At 7:42 PM on February 22, 2026, the Goshen Fire District was dispatched to assist the Elkins and Round Mountain Fire Departments with a structure fire.

Upon arrival, crews encountered a fully involved two-story residential structure. Firefighters prepared for an extensive defensive operation, deploying handlines to all sides of the structure as well as master stream devices to suppress the heavy fire conditions. Crews maintained defensive operations throughout the incident.

As the situation was brought under control, mutual aid units were released from the scene.

No reported injuries.

02/16/2026

At 12:15 PM on February 16, 2026, the Goshen Fire District was dispatched to a grass fire in the 5000 block of Saddleridge Drive. Brush 1172, Engine 1152, and Engine 1153 responded promptly.

While en route, crews were advised that the fire was threatening a nearby structure. The incident was upgraded to a structure fire assignment, and mutual aid partners were alerted.

Upon arrival, Brush 1172 and Engine 1152 found approximately one-half acre that had nearly burned out. Firefighters quickly performed mop-up operations to ensure full extinguishment and prevent rekindle. With the situation under control, mutual aid units were able to be disregarded.

Thankfully, the residence and homeowners were unharmed.

Six firefighters, one brush truck, and two engines from the Goshen Fire District responded to this incident.

We are extremely thankful for our mutual aid partners at the Nob Hill Fire Department, Elkins Fire Department, Round Mountain Fire Department, Fayetteville Fire Department, and Central EMS for their readiness and rapid support when requested.

As always, we are proud to serve and protect the residents of our district and appreciate your continued support.

02/08/2026

At approximately 2:13 PM on February 7, 2026, Goshen Fire District personnel returning to Station 2 from a previous call observed a smoke column in the 15000 block of Ball Road. Crews initiated a smoke investigation and discovered a backburn in an 8 acre pasture that had escaped the control of field workers tending the fire.

Firefighters quickly reported the situation, requested additional resources, and began suppression efforts. Crews were able to bring the fire under control shortly thereafter and fully extinguish it.

Thankfully, no structures were threatened during this incident. We encourage anyone conducting burns to contact their local fire department immediately if conditions begin to get out of control.

Two brush trucks, one engine, and six firefighters responded to this incident.

We are proud to serve and protect the residents of our district and appreciate your continued support.

02/05/2026

At approximately 8:03 PM on February 4, the Goshen Fire District was dispatched to a reported possible chimney fire in the 700 block of Bowen Boulevard.

Engines 1151 and 1152 arrived quickly on scene, with crews simultaneously making entry and accessing the roof. Firefighters discovered an active chimney fire and worked diligently to contain and extinguish it. Additional GFD personnel arrived shortly after to assist with suppression and overhaul efforts. The fire was successfully brought under control.

We would like to remind homeowners of the importance of having chimneys and flues cleaned at least annually — or more frequently during periods of heavy use — especially during colder weather.

01/28/2026

It’s been a busy few days for our crews responding to motor vehicle accidents, gas leaks, medical calls, and a structure fire.

Snow-covered side roads are still creating hazardous conditions. Please slow down, give yourself extra time, and stay warm while traveling.

01/07/2026

Around 8:00 AM this morning, Goshen Fire District responded to a rollover motor vehicle accident involving one patient who was trapped inside the vehicle.

Upon arrival, crews found a single vehicle off the roadway and on its side. Firefighters removed the front windshield and carefully assisted the patient out of the vehicle without any further injury.

Thank you to Fayetteville Fire Department, Central EMS, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, and Washington County Department of Emergency Management for their help and coordination on scene.

12/30/2025

At approximately 12:30 PM, units were dispatched to a report of a vehicle fire involving a vehicle towing a trailer.

The first arriving engine company found the vehicle actively on fire with an attached trailer and all occupants safely out. Crews quickly deployed a handline and extinguished the fire before it could extend to the trailer, bringing the incident under control in a short amount of time.

No injuries were reported. We’re thankful for a safe outcome and proud of the quick, professional response by our volunteers.