Forum/Alabam Fire Department

05/01/2026

Celebrate the special father figure in your life with a fantastic BBQ meal courtesy of Milners. This event offers 3 door prizes, delicious food, support for a good cause, and a celebration of the many amazing men we call Dad. So mark your calendars and come join us!

04/05/2026

The Burn Ban has been lifted.

03/23/2026

03/22/2026

Madison County is now under a Burn Ban.

03/22/2026

Members of the community, while we are currently not under a burn ban at this time, we are asking that you please refrain from doing any outdoor burning. Conditions right now put us at a High risk level for wildfires. Several area departments, including our own, have already been working fires today.

https://mip.agri.arkansas.gov/agtools/Forestry/Fire_Info

03/06/2026

With the threat of severe weather looming across our area today, now is the time to prep severe weather plans and not when the storms are right upon us. Here are some things you can do in advanced to help keep you and your family safe during severe weather events.

-Know your safe place, where are you going in a severe storm or tornado warning?

Think places like a storm shelter, basement, hallway, bathroom or closet. Get away from windows.

- Mobile homes and vehicles are not safe in severe weather, seek reliable structures.

- If you are in a vehicle never seek shelter under an overpass, do NOT try to outrun it. Seek shelter first, If a sturdy building (like a gas station or house) is immediately available, get inside to an interior room on the lowest floor.

- Stay in the Car (If No Shelter Nearby): If you cannot reach a building, stay in your car, keep your seatbelt fastened, and keep the engine running so airbags remain functional.

- Get Low and Cover Up: Duck down below the windows to avoid flying debris. Cover your head and neck with your arms, or use a blanket or jacket.

- Ditch Option (Last Resort): If you can safely get significantly lower than the roadway, abandon your car and lie flat in a low-lying area (like a ditch or ravine), covering your head. Do not park your car over a ditch to hide under it.

- Stay Away from Trees: Park away from trees and power lines that could fall on your vehicle

- Keep a "go-bag" handy for your safe spot with items such as flashlights, batteries, phone chargers, power banks, water, first aid kits, shoes and a whistle.

Please never rely solely on tornado sirens to warn you, especially if you're asleep.
It’s always a good idea to have multiple ways to receive warnings, don't rely on just one.
Below are some links to some free mobile apps to keep you weather aware.

Everyone stay safe!

Weatherwise App

https://www.weatherwise.app/

ArkansasWxNetwork

https://www.arwxnetwork.com/

Emergency by the American Red Cross

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/mobile-apps.html

03/05/2026

Per Judge Garrett, the burn ban has been lifted.

02/18/2026

Madison County is now under a Burn ban per Judge Garrett.

Heads up: with this dry weather, high winds, and zero rain in the forecast, fire danger is officially on the rise. Stay safe out there! 🚩🔥

02/17/2026

🚨 UPDATE – COUNTY WIDE BURN BAN IN EFFECT

As of 6:00 PM Tuesday, February 17, Madison County Judge Larry Garrett has issued a county wide burn ban for Madison County.

All outdoor burning is prohibited until further notice.

*Original Post*
As of 11:15 AM Tuesday, February 17, the National Weather Service in Tulsa has issued a Fire Weather Watch that includes Madison County and much of Northwest Arkansas.
The greatest concern is expected Thursday, February 19, when very dry and windy conditions are forecast.

Expected conditions Thursday:
• West to northwest winds 15 to 25 mph, gusting up to 35 mph
• Humidity as low as 15 to 20 percent
• Temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s

Under these conditions, any fire that starts could spread rapidly.

Clifty Fire Department

01/24/2026