Halstead Fire/EMS

05/30/2026

Had a great day sending off State track team.

05/22/2026

K89/Hertzler is back open. Thanks to our Fire/EMS crew helping clean up cemetery wall.

05/22/2026

K89/Hertzler road temporarily closed south of 50 for accident.

05/20/2026

Having a great time.

05/18/2026

Police Chief Orem and Fire/EMS Chief Lowe participated in a National Weather Service meeting. Timing for severe weather today is anticipated for 6 to 10 pm today. Primary threats could be baseball size hail, 70+ mph winds, a few strong tornados are possible. The City of Halstead storm shelter located at the Kansas Learning Center will be open.

05/18/2026

Just before 11 pm last night Engine 21, Engine 22, Tender 21, Medic 22, 233 and 232 responded to a vehicle and carport fire in the 600 block of main street. Vehicle is total loss. Cause undetermined at this time.

05/17/2026

Isolated to scattered strong to severe thunderstorms are expected late Monday, with all severe hazards are possible. There remains some uncertainty on how this event will unfold, stay tuned.

04/14/2026

Weather predictions have changed. Please stay weather aware today.

Thunderstorms are expected to develop later this afternoon into the evening across south central and southeast Kansas. The strongest activity will be capable of producing large hail, damaging winds, and even a few tornadoes. Heavy rain may lead to localized flooding concerns as well.

02/20/2026

We appreciate all of our staff.

Did you know? 525 of 632 Kansas fire departments rely entirely on volunteers

02/14/2026

Around 1809 hrs Halstead Fire/EMS responded to a structure fire in the 800 block of Walnut. Newton Fire/EMS responded to the scene to assist. Hesston Fire/EMS provided standby at our station. No injuries to civilians or fire personnel. Fire cause remain under investigation.

Deputy Chief Doug Hoffman