Wheaton Fire Protection District

05/21/2026

Any food trailer operators that would like to set up during our 4th of July event in the city park please contact us asap at 417-847-7568.

04/29/2026

Thank you to Barry Electric for hosting an electric line demonstration for area fire departments tonight!
Great job by all the employees!

04/28/2026

We are now taking reservations for inside booth spaces at our 68th Annual BBQ on August 29. Text or call 417-847-7568 for information.

03/10/2026

We have set the dates for our events this year. Our 4th of July celebration will be held Saturday July 4th. Our 68th Annual Chicken BBQ will be held August 29th.
See you there!

03/06/2026

No major changes,still a level 3 out 5 today for severe weather. All modes of severe weather area possible. Most of the potential severe weather isn't until after 5pm and goes late night till about 2am. I will keep you updated. Powered by Midwest Storm Shelters.

02/27/2026

An explanation for those who have asked about the smoky conditions...

The Pine Hollow prescribed burn is planned today, February 26, 2026 on the Mark Twain National Forest. This is a 4,000 acre burn, being done in partnership with Roaring River State Park.

An interactive location map is available: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=18Z0ZFwIuU34IozglKUL92imRGtqCiUlx&hl=en&femb=1&ll=36.55781486892873%2C-93.79133665679358&z=12

Nearby Recreation Areas Include:
🔹 Sugar Camp Lookout Tower
🔹 Sugar Camp National Scenic Byway

Nearby Towns (closest to furthest) are:
🔹 Eagle Rock (east)
🔹 Chain-O-Lakes (east)
🔹 Cassville (north)
🔹 Gateway, AR (southwest)
🔹 Busch, AR (south)

For your safety:
🛑Please follow posted signs
🛑Do not enter burn areas
🛑Expect smoke visibility in and around the burn
🛑Slow down near fire equipment and crews

This is an aerial ignition burn, so you may see or hear helicopters in the area.

For More Information
For more information on prescribed burning please visit the Fire Management Page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/marktwain/fire/management

For information on planned prescribed burns for 2026 please visit the Fire Information page and view the map at the bottom of the page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/marktwain/fire/info

02/20/2026

A burn ban is in effect for all of Barry County. Please respect this order until we receive significant rainfall and the ban is lifted.

01/19/2026

January 17, 2026

From Chief Lindy Lombard of the Wheaton Fire Protection District -
We are pleased to announce the following officer promotions within the Wheaton Fire Department. The promotions are a reflection of hard work, dedication, and a commitment to growing our department. Their new titles are below:

Assistant Chief Steven Hendrix
Captain Caleb Ridenour
Lieutenant Tyler Wallace

Congratulations to all three firefighters! We look forward to their success, growth, and service to the community.

01/19/2026

On Saturday, January 17, 2026, the Wheaton Fire Protection District hosted firefighters, board members, their families, and district supporters to celebrate 2025. The meal was provided by Libby's Cafe and entertainment by Joshua Kennedy of The Black Moods.

Those in attendance listened to a summary of the 2025 calls for service and activities, as well as the recognition of supporters by Chief Lindy Lombard. Following the introduction of board members and firefighters, awards were also presented:

First Responder of the Year: Steven Hendrix
Firefighter of the Year: Stu Lombard

A special memorial plaque was presented to the Lombard family in recognition of Kay Lombard. It memorialized her decades of service to the department and the citizens of Wheaton.

The Wheaton Fire Protection District would like to thank the community, surrounding departments, support services, and so many more for a safe and successful 2025. We look forward to continuing to serve the community in 2026.

10/10/2025

We had the privilege to host Fire Prevention Day at the firehouse today for PreK-1st grade.
It was a great day spent with some our great students here at Wheaton Elementary.