Warsaw Fire Protection District

09/07/2026

Another hot one. Mutual aid working again.

09/01/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Warsaw Fire Protection District Responds to Multi-Structure Residential Fire on Laird Street WARSAW, MO

On Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 10:58 AM, the Warsaw Fire Protection District was dispatched to a residential structure fire on Laird Street in Warsaw.

Upon arrival, crews learned that one individual was unaccounted for and potentially inside the residence. Firefighters immediately initiated an interior search. However, as the search was conducted, environmental conditions deteriorated rapidly, forcing the interior team to safely exit the structure.

Shortly after arrival, the fire intensified and extended to two neighboring structures. Recognizing the scale of the incident, Incident Command requested multiple waves of mutual and auto aid.

Incident Response & Operations

• Duration: Responders remained on scene for 9 hours.
• Personnel & Equipment: A total of 62 responders operating 22 apparatus from multiple assisting agencies worked tirelessly at the scene.
• Participating Agencies: Warsaw Fire Protection District, Lincoln Fire, Osage Valley Fire, Deer Creek Fire, Northwest Fire, Cole Camp Fire, Warsaw Lincoln Ambulance, Benton County Sheriff's Department, Benton County Dispatch, Benton County Southside Road Crew, Osage Beach Search and Rescue, and the Missouri State Fire Marshal.

• Property Damage: Two structures sustained a total loss, while a third structure suffered moderate damage.

Community Support

The multi-agency response and extended operations were heavily supported by local utility providers, relief organizations, local businesses, and community members. The Warsaw Fire Protection District extends its sincere gratitude to:

• COMO Electric and Summit Gas
• American Red Cross and The Salvation Army
• Warsaw Fireflies, Casey's, and Subway
• Several generous neighbors within the community
Investigation

The fire investigation is currently being handled by the Missouri State Fire Marshal's Office.

08/26/2026

🚒 Training Night May Have Looked Calm… But It Was Anything But! 🚨
Tonight’s fire training may have looked quiet from the outside, but inside the station and on the trucks, our firefighters were working hard! 💪🔥
We put our crews through a radio exercise, combined with a scavenger hunt for fire equipment on the trucks. They also had reports to complete, putting their communication, teamwork, knowledge, and speed to the test.
Three teams worked hard and moved FAST! They quickly found the numbers and matched them to the correct equipment and parts, all while keeping up with the other tasks. 📻🔎🚒
Training nights like this may not always look exciting from the outside, but they are an important part of making sure our firefighters are prepared when the call comes in. Practice, teamwork, communication, and knowing your equipment can make all the difference when seconds matter.
Great job tonight, guys! Keep training, keep learning, and keep being ready. ❤️‍🔥

08/24/2026

Warsaw Fire wants to wish Firefighter Michelle Crabtree # 136 a very happy birthday

08/12/2026

🔥 Training Tonight: Shared Air System 🔥

Tonight our firefighters spent time training on an important skill that could make all the difference in an emergency — using the shared air system.

This equipment allows firefighters to provide breathing air to a fellow firefighter when their air supply is depleted or they find themselves in an emergency situation inside a structure. Training on how to properly connect, use, and work with the system helps ensure our firefighters are prepared to act quickly when one of their own needs help.

Firefighting is about teamwork, trust, and being prepared for the unexpected. Nights like tonight help build the skills and confidence our firefighters need to protect each other while protecting our community. 🚒🧑‍🚒

Train together. Look out for one another. Go home together. ❤️

07/29/2026

Today, we want to recognize the incredible men and women who serve as volunteer firefighters.
When the pager goes off, they leave family dinners, holidays, work, and even a full night's sleep to answer the call. They don't ask who needs help—they simply go.
Volunteer firefighters do so much more than fight fires. They respond to vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, grass and structure fires, severe weather, rescues, and countless other emergencies. They spend hours training, maintaining equipment, cleaning the station, and preparing so they're ready when their community needs them most and tonight was one of those times!
Their service doesn't stop there. They teach fire safety to children, participate in community events, support local fundraisers, help during disasters, and are always willing to lend a helping hand. They are neighbors serving neighbors with courage, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to protecting others.
Many people never see the late nights, missed family moments, or countless hours of training that happen behind the scenes. They simply see the fire truck arrive—and that's exactly how volunteer firefighters want it. Their reward is knowing they've made a difference.
To every volunteer firefighter: thank you for your sacrifice, your dedication, and your heart for serving others. Our community is stronger and safer because of you.
❤️ If you know a volunteer firefighter, take a moment to thank them. Your appreciation means more than you know.

07/13/2026

Warsaw Fire wants to wish firefighter Bill Powell #123 a very happy birthday!

07/04/2026

Warsaw Fire want to wish Firefighter Shane Phillips #113 a very happy birthday

06/21/2026

Warsaw Fire Prot.Dist. wants to wish Firefighter/Engineer Cody Lock #115 a very happy birthday today

06/19/2026