Jackson County Fire Protection

06/03/2026

FYI for our residents and followers.

⚠️ ROY CUMBEST BRIDGE CLOSURE ANNOUNCEMENT ⚠️

The Jackson County Road Department will be closing the Roy Cumbest Bridge (on Wade-Vancleave Road) tomorrow , Thursday - June 4 at approximately NOON, due to significant roadway erosion on the west side of the bridge caused by recent rainfall.

At this time, noon is the targeted closure time; however, motorists are encouraged to make alternate travel plans in advance and avoid waiting until the last minute to adjust their routes.

County officials recognize that this closure will impact residents and others who rely on the bridge for daily travel. While it has always been understood that a closure would eventually be necessary as repairs moved forward, the County's intention was to keep the bridge open for as long as conditions safely allowed. However, ongoing weather impacts, construction conditions, and increasing safety concerns have accelerated that timeline, making an earlier-than-anticipated closure necessary to protect the traveling public and ensure the safety of both motorists and work crews.

The bridge is expected to remain closed indefinitely while crews continue to assess conditions and determine the scope of repairs needed to safely restore access.

The safety of our residents and visitors remains our highest priority. Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.

We understand this closure may cause inconvenience, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as crews work to address this issue safely and responsibly.

05/29/2026

Thanks for having us come visit!

05/28/2026

UPDATE: There is also a multi-car accident at the 74MM in front of the weigh station that will add to traffic delays.

*TRAFFIC ALERT*

Jackson County is working an accident involving an 18-wheeler on 1-10 East at the MS/AL state line. Expect delays and use caution in the area. The incident was reported at approximately 3:43 PM.

05/28/2026

LT Barras and FF Demouey took a moment for some community interaction playing pickleball with some of the citizens in Vancleave this morning. The pickleball courts are behind the Vancleave HUD building on Ballpark Road if you’re unaware. They have been extremely popular since they were opened!

05/27/2026

Wrapping up training with our east side firefighters this week! We fed the rest of the gang through our prop boxes this week to finish up navigating through confined spaces with limited visibility. The boxes and training were a welcomed challenge by all who successfully completed the evolutions. Thanks to all of our firefighters for their efforts this past week!

05/26/2026

Our Training Chief, Nick Rivera, met up with employees at BWC Terminals today to go over fire extinguisher training and use this afternoon. It was a great afternoon for training! Thanks for having us come out!

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, selflessness, and unwavering dedication to protecting the freedoms we hold dear will never be forgotten.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, let us take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this day and pay tribute to the heroes who laid down their lives for others.

From all of us at Jackson County Fire Protection, we extend our deepest gratitude and remembrance to our fallen military heroes and their families.

May we never forget their sacrifice.

05/24/2026

We’re always thankful when we can provide help to our municipalities and play a part in a positive outcome. Jackson County provided drone support and boots on the ground to assist the City of Moss Point. The call for service came in at approximately 3:50 PM yesterday afternoon.

Chief Dennis Stevenson and the Moss Point Police Department have issued the attached statement regarding today’s search and recovery response.

The City of Moss Point extends its gratitude to every agency and first responder involved.

05/23/2026

Yesterday, Jackson County responded to the 1st Place convenience store in Vancleave for a reported fuel spill. Firefighters arrived to the smell of gasoline in the area later discovering approximately 20 gallons of fuel in a secondary containment basin under one of the fuel pumps. The area was secured and the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality notified due to potential runoff from the rain. The fuel was later transferred from the catch basin to an approved container and removed. The call for service came in at approximately 4:43 PM

05/22/2026

In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, our administrative office will be closed on Monday, May 25th. Normal business will resume on Tuesday, May 26th. As always, the fire stations will be staffed and ready to respond!