Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department

07/27/2026

🌡️ EXTREME HEAT SAFETY REMINDER 🌡️

With dangerous heat and high humidity expected today, the Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department encourages everyone to take a few simple precautions to stay safe.

☀️ Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day—even if you don’t feel thirsty.

🌳 Limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, typically between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

👒 Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing, and take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning if you must work outside.

🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle—even for a minute. Temperatures inside a vehicle can become deadly in a matter of minutes.

👵 Check on elderly neighbors, family members, and anyone with medical conditions who may be more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses.

🐾 Make sure your pets have plenty of fresh water and access to shade or a cool place to rest.

⚠️ Know the signs of heat-related illness:
• Heavy sweating or no sweating
• Dizziness or confusion
• Muscle cramps
• Nausea or vomiting
• Rapid pulse
• Hot, dry skin

If someone shows signs of heat stroke—confusion, loss of consciousness, or a body temperature above 103°F—call 911 immediately. Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency.

Please take care of yourselves, your family, your neighbors, and your animals. A little preparation can prevent a serious emergency.

Stay safe,
Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department

07/05/2026

If there are concerns regarding the driving practices of our team members, please reach out. We are more than willing to investigate using dash cam footage, as each truck is equipped with recording devices.

06/16/2026

🚨 ONLY 151 TICKETS LEFT! 🚨

Don’t miss your chance to support the Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department and win a Girsan MC312 12-gauge semi-auto shotgun!

🎟️ Tickets are just:
• $5 each
• 5 for $20

With only 200 tickets available and just 151 remaining, your odds are better than most raffles.

Every ticket purchased helps fund equipment, training, and emergency response efforts for our volunteer firefighters as we continue protecting our community.

✅ Raffle purchases may be tax deductible.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit our website to purchase your tickets today before they’re gone.

Thank you for supporting your local volunteer fire department!

Winner must be legally eligible to own and possess a firearm. All federal, state, and local laws apply. Transfer will be completed through a licensed FFL dealer. An alternate winner will be drawn per raffle rules.

05/25/2026

🚨 THANK YOU, Between the White Lines Organization! 🚨

The Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department would like to extend a huge thank you to the Between the White Lines Organization for their generous donation of 9 Guardian Angels and a safety vest to our department.

These tools help improve the safety of our firefighters and personnel while operating at traffic control incidents and crash scenes — helping protect our responders while they work to protect others.

Support like this makes a real difference for small rural departments like ours. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity, your commitment to first responder safety, and your dedication to making roadways safer for everyone.

Thank you for standing beside those who serve our community.

— Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department
Est. 2023

05/25/2026

05/23/2026

🔥 IT’S RAFFLE TIME! 🔥

The Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department raffle is officially LIVE, and tickets are now available on our website!

A huge thank you goes out to Black River Shooting Supply in Poplar Bluff for donating this incredible raffle item and supporting our rural fire department. If you’re in the Poplar Bluff area, be sure to check them out — they’re located right across from Ozark Border.

🎟 Only 200 tickets will be sold!
Once all tickets are gone, we’ll hold the drawing and announce the winner.

Every ticket purchased helps support your local volunteer fire department. We are a rural, dues-based department, and support from our community truly makes a difference in helping us continue to serve and protect the area.

Get your tickets now at GrandinRuralFireDepartment.com
Just click the “Raffle” section in the menu at the top right of the page.

Don’t wait until they’re gone — this one is going to move fast! 🚒

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, the members of Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department ask everyone to take a moment to remember what this holiday is truly about.

Memorial Day is not just the start of summer. It is a time to honor the men and women of our Armed Forces who gave their lives defending this country and the freedoms we enjoy every day.

As we gather with family, cook out, travel, and enjoy the weekend, please do so safely and responsibly:
• Don’t drink and drive
• Watch your speed on rural roads
• Use caution with grills, campfires, and fireworks
• Keep an eye on changing weather conditions

Our volunteers stand ready to serve this community day and night, just as so many before us stood ready to serve this nation.

From all of us at Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department — thank you to the fallen heroes and the families who carry their memory forward.

Have a safe and blessed Memorial Day weekend.

Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department is a dues and donation supported department. We receive no tax-based funding and rely on the support of our community to continue protecting the rural areas we serve.

If you would like to support our department through a donation or are interested in volunteering, please visit:
https://www.grandinruralfiredepartment.com/donate

05/12/2026

Today, we proudly recognize and honor all nurses on International Nurses Day.

Nurses are often the calm in the middle of chaos. They work long hours, make difficult decisions, comfort families, and care for people during some of the hardest moments of their lives. Their dedication, compassion, and professionalism make a difference every single day.

Here at Grandin Rural Volunteer Fire Department, we work alongside nurses regularly, and we know firsthand the important role they play in emergency care and patient outcomes. We are grateful for the nurses in our communities, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, schools, and emergency services.

To all nurses — especially those serving in our rural communities — thank you for your sacrifice, your heart, and your commitment to caring for others.

We appreciate you today and every day. 🇺🇸🚑❤️

05/11/2026

When the Call Comes, We’re Already There

At Grandin Rural, you’ll never just be a “call volume” statistic. You’re our neighbor. You’re the family down the road, the business on Main Street, and the kids in our neighborhood. That’s why, when an emergency happens, it’s not a stranger who responds—it’s us.

A 100% Volunteer Team

We are an all-volunteer department. This means that every man and woman who answers a call is a member of this community who has chosen to serve. We are driven by a simple belief: when our neighbors need help, we show up.

Our Unwavering Commitment

Our strength isn’t just in our fire trucks or equipment; it’s in our people. Our volunteers juggle jobs, families, and personal lives, yet they relentlessly dedicate themselves to rigorous training to ensure we are prepared for any crisis. We respond to everything—from serious medical calls and highway accidents to structure fires and community service. When you need us, we are ready.

Join Our Story

This department belongs to the community. We are powered by the support of the people we serve. Whether you support us through a donation, attend our fundraising events, or choose to join our ranks as a volunteer, you are a vital part of our team.

We are proud to serve you, and we are grateful for your continued support.

Send a message to learn more

05/05/2026

On National Fire Fighter Day, our team participated in a rigorous training exercise, honing their skills in hose deployment and fire truck operations, demonstrating their commitment to excellence.