Springfield Fire Department

05/20/2026

05/11/2026

Brown County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Case File Number: 26-3193

***** Update May 13th The BURN BAN EXPIRE AT 9 AM *****

Type of Incident: Burning Restrictions

Date of Incident: 05-12-2026

Time of Incident: 8:00 AM

Location of Incident: Brown County, Minnesota

Names, Ages, Addresses of Person(s) involved:

Details of Incident: Effective TUESDAY, May 12th, 2026 at 8:00 AM until further notice, the Brown County Sheriff’s Office has issued a BURNING BAN for all of Brown County.

The National Weather Service has issued a “Red Flag Warning” in effect for central and southern Minnesota which includes Brown County, Minnesota. Strong winds, low humidity and dry conditions will lead to critical fire danger today.

The BURNING BAN for Brown County will remain in effect until further notice.

• NO OPEN BURNING OF CRP LAND AND/OR DITCHES OR BRUSH PILES IS PERMITTED

Recreational campfires are permitted. Recreational campfires must be contained in a ring of either rock, cement, brick, or metal, must not be closer than 25 feet to any structure and be attended to. Charcoal grills, wood smokers, and propane or natural gas devices are not considered open burning.

Just as a reminder, Brown County does not require residents to obtain a permit for open burning, but you MUST notify the Sheriff’s Office Dispatch at 507-233-6700 prior to open burning to ensure that there is no “burning ban” or “burning restrictions” in place. The caller must provide the items to be burned, the location of the open burn, a contact name and cell phone number to Dispatch. The person starting the open burn shall attend to the fire at all times and have fire suppression equipment available.

04/22/2026

Please be mindful today!

Effective WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM until further notice, the Brown County Sheriff’s Office has issued a BURNING BAN for all of Brown County.

The National Weather Service has issued a “Red Flag Warning” in effect for central and southern Minnesota which includes Brown County, Minnesota. Strong winds, low humidity, and dry conditions will lead to critical fire danger today.

The BURNING BAN for Brown County will remain in effect until further notice.

NO OPEN BURNING OF CRP LAND AND/OR DITCHES OR BRUSH PILES IS PERMITTED

Recreational campfires are permitted. Recreational campfires must be contained in a ring of either rock, cement, brick, or metal, must not be closer than 25 feet to any structure and be attended to. Charcoal grills, wood smokers, and propane or natural gas devices are not considered open burning.

Just as a reminder, Brown County does not require residents to obtain a permit for open burning, but you MUST notify the Sheriff’s Office Dispatch at 507-233-6700 prior to open burning to ensure that there is no “burning ban” or “burning restrictions” in place. The caller must provide the items to be burned, the location of the open burn, a contact name and cell phone number to Dispatch. The person starting the open burn shall attend to the fire at all times and have fire suppression equipment available

03/17/2026

Reminder to get your application in!

We are searching for two new recruits! If you or anyone you know is interested please contact a current member of the Fire Department.

03/09/2026

Saturday night we had our annual Banquet. We presented Tim Gramentz and Scott Johnson with their retirement plaques. Thanks to both of you for the many years of dedication and service to the Springfield community!

02/25/2026

We are searching for two new recruits! If you or anyone you know is interested please contact a current member of the Fire Department.

10/28/2025

National First Responders Day*
Thank You to all those that serve our Communities.
Ambulance; Police Department; Fire Department; And the first voice to all of our calls, Dispatchers.

10/15/2025

Thank you to Christensen Farms for the generous donation. We greatly appreciate the support! The donation will be used towards equipment needs that benefit us and our community in the need of an emergency.

10/11/2025

Today we hosted the 4th graders for fire prevention week. Fun was had by all!

10/08/2025

10/06/2025

Fire Prevention Week is upon us. "Charge into Fire Safety : Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home," works to educate everyone about using these batteries safely.