Crawford County District 1 Fire Department

03/09/2026

For the month of February 2026, Crawford County District 1 Fire Department responded to 47 emergency calls.

30 Medical Calls
4 Structure Fires
2 Traffic Accidents
7 Grass Fires
1 Vehicle Fire
2 Control Burns
1 Gas Leak

In addition to responding to emergency calls, District 1 Fire Department completed a combined total of 311 hours of training.

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02/20/2026

Fire risk not extreme as yesterday but still high. HIGH: Fires ignite easily and spread quickly. Unattended brush fires and campfires are likely to escape. Fires may become serious if not attacked early. There is no burn ban in the county but because of high risk be very careful do not leave fires unattended. See below

02/19/2026

Please don’t burn during this Red Flag Warning see below

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tulsa OK
940 PM CST Wed Feb 18 2026

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940 PM CST Wed Feb 18 2026
..RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 8 PM CST THURSDAY FOR
VERY DRY AND WINDY CONDITIONS FOR MUCH OF EASTERN OKLAHOMA
AND NORTHWEST ARKANSAS...

The National Weather Service in Tulsa has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 9 AM to 8 PM CST Thursday.

* WIND...West to west-northwest at 15 to 25 mph, gusting to 30
to 40 mph.

* HUMIDITY...10 to 20 percent.

* TEMPERATURE...Mid 70s.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A red flag warning means that a dangerous combination of weather
conditions and dry vegetation is expected within 24 hours,
favoring rapid growth and spread of any wildfires. The primary
weather factors include stronger winds, lower humidities, and
warmer temperatures.

02/14/2026

Alarms must be loud enough to wake sleeping occupants.

02/12/2026

EV Battery Fires Don’t Burn Like Normal Fires🔋🔥
Most people think charging an EV in the garage is safe.
UNTIL THE BATTERY FAILS.
When lithium-ion batteries enter thermal runaway, the fire behaves differently:
it grows fast, burns hotter, and can re-ignite without warning—especially in enclosed spaces like homes and garages.
🔥 Why this matters
In seconds, these fires can fill rooms with toxic smoke and turn a single battery failure into a large house fire before anyone has time to react.
🚒 What firefighters know
EV battery fires are extremely difficult to extinguish. They often require massive cooling, long suppression times, and can spread rapidly to the entire structure.
Fire safety starts before the flames.
Charge smart. Ventilate properly. Never ignore battery risks.
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👉 Share it with someone who charges at home

02/07/2026

We appreciate your help in spreading the word about our upcoming chili dinner and pie auction. We encourage anyone to donate pies, cakes, cookies, or other sweet treats.

02/06/2026

02/05/2026

For the Month of January 2026, Crawford County District 1 Fire Department responded to 46 emergency calls:

22 Medical Calls
7 Structure Fires
6 Traffic Accidents
5 Grass Fires
2 Vehicle Fires
2 Smoke Investigations
1 Burn Ban Violation
1 Public Service

In addition to responding to emergency calls, District 1 Fire Department personnel completed a combined total of 381 hours of training.

02/04/2026

🔥 Stay Safe & Warm This Winter! 🔥
Here are some essential tips to keep your home cozy and safe:
1. Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from heaters.
2. Maintain a 3-foot kid-free zone around fires and space heaters.
3. Never use your oven to heat your home.
4. Turn off portable heaters when you leave the room or go to sleep.
5. Ensure fuel-burning equipment is vented outside to prevent CO poisoning.
6. Use a sturdy screen for fireplaces and let ashes cool before disposing of them in a safe container away from your home.
▶️ NFPA Heating Safety: https://bit.ly/2ILj8C5
▶️ NFPA ASL Heating Safety: https://bit.ly/3NXuV1x
Stay warm and stay safe!

02/04/2026

TOP KITCHEN MISTAKES THAT TURN SMALL FIRES INTO DISASTERS 🔥
Most house fires don’t start with chaos.
They start with normal cooking.
“One minute.”
“One distraction.”
“One wrong reaction.”
That’s all it takes.
🍳 COOKING FIRES START FAST — AND MOST ARE PREVENTABLE
Kitchen fires rarely start big.
They begin when food is left unattended, oil overheats, grease builds up, or attention is divided.
Stepping away “just for a minute” can allow cooking oil to overheat and ignite without warning.
🚫 COMMON KITCHEN MISTAKES
• Leaving cooking unattended
• Grease buildup on stovetops and range hoods
• Towels, paper, and oil bottles near heat
• Overheating cooking oil
• Distractions like phones and multitasking
When flames appear, panic often leads to the most dangerous mistake:
❌ Pouring water on burning oil
This causes a violent fireball and spreads flames instantly.
✅ WHAT TO DO INSTEAD
✔️ Stay in the kitchen while cooking
✔️ Keep flammable items away from the stove
✔️ If oil ignites, turn off the heat if it’s safe
✔️ Cover the pan with a metal lid to smother the fire
✔️ If the fire grows, get out and call for help
Never risk your life trying to fight a growing fire.
🚒 FIRE SAFETY FACT
Kitchen fires are the #1 cause of home fires worldwide.
Most occur during everyday cooking.
Fire safety starts with awareness.
🔥 Stay alert.
🔥 Respect the heat.
🔥 Share this — it could prevent a fire.

01/28/2026

Closed doors can slow fire spread and improve survival—especially while sleeping.

01/26/2026

Fire extinguishers are for small, contained fires only. If the fire grows, get out and call 9-1-1.