Purcell Fire Department

08/24/2026

The burn ban will stay in place for another 2 weeks.

08/19/2026

School starts tomorrow. Be prepared for buses stopping and children standing near the road at bus stops. Try to leave for work earlier to avoid any delay along your route.

08/10/2026

McClain County Burn Ban
The McClain County Commissioners have issued a 14 day burn ban. This is effective immediately throughout the entire county.
It is unlawful for any person to set fire to any forest, grass, range, crop, or other wildlands, or to build a campfire or bonfire, or to burn trash or other material that may cause a forest, grass range, crop, or other wildland fires.
-Welding/Cutting Torch/Grinding. must be over non-combustible surfaces, use a blanket or screen over flammable vegetation. Wind Speeds must be less than 20mph. Must have a fire watcher with pressurized water or fire extinguisher.
-Campfires and Outdoor Cooking. Outdoor campfires or bonfires are prohibited. LPG, natural gas grills and charcoal fired cooking outside in a grilling receptacle are permitted provided the activity is conducted over a non-flammable surface and at least 5 feet away from flammable vegetation.
These are a few details from the burn ban. Please note that anyone in violation of the resolution shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and be subjected to a fine of not more than $500.00, to imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or to both fine and imprisonment.

08/04/2026

Mayday Training.

07/21/2026

07/16/2026

We are looking for volunteer firefighters! If you are interested bring in a resume. Station 1 hours are Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.

05/04/2026

Today’s the day we start the service life of the new engine. If you would like to come and look over the new truck, take a station tour, or look at our other trucks come on by. We will get started after 6PM.