08/12/2026
We were grateful for the invitation to speak at the recent Kiwanis Club meeting. We truly appreciated the warm welcome, wonderful hospitality, and opportunity to share with such a great group of community leaders. Thank you for having us!
🚒 Winn Parish Fire District 3 Speaks at Kiwanis Club! 🚒
Great news for Winn Parish! Chief Dustin Parker and Captain John Fannin joined the Winnfield Kiwanis Club this week to share updates on our parish fire protection—including a major milestone: Winn Parish Fire District 3 has officially improved its PIAL rating to a Class 5! 🎉
Here are a few quick highlights from their presentation:
🔹 14 Stations & 37 Units: District 3 covers the parish with 14 stations and a fleet ranging from brush rigs to an 8,000-gallon tanker at 8920 Hwy 501.
🔹 Improved Insurance Rating: The jump to a Class 5 PIAL rating reflects increased training (over 110 total department certifications!) and improved operational response. Many of these certifications were earned thanks to the creation of a Training Officer position filled by Matthew Harrell (son of former City of Winnfield Fire Chief Edward Harrell), who provides ongoing local instruction for the firefighters.
🔹 425+ Free Smoke Alarms Installed: Through partnerships with the Red Cross and State Fire Marshall, District 3 has protected 323+ residents in 123 homes over the last two years. Need a smoke alarm? Contact the department! Non Emergency Number 318 628 1230.
🔹 Fire Prevention Bureau Coming Soon: Work is underway to combine public education, pre-planning, and fire investigations into one dedicated division to better serve our community.
Thank you to Chief Parker, Captain Fannin, and all our career and volunteer firefighters for working hard to keep Winn Parish safe! 👏
Pictured (L to R): Bryan Price (Kiwanian & former Fire District 3 board president), Captain John Fannin, Chief Dustin Parker, Ethel Howell (Kiwanian), and Troy Rogers (Kiwanian & WPFD3 volunteer).