Winn Parish Fire District 3

06/01/2026

05/28/2026

🌧️ Winn Parish Drought Update 🌧️

We have some great news to share regarding the current drought conditions in Winn Parish.

According to the latest drought map, 67% of Winn Parish has improved to D2 Severe Drought conditions. 🙌

The current map does not include the rainfall we are receiving now, so we are hopeful we will see even more improvement in next week’s update. 🌦️

If you prayed for rain — thank you. 🙏

While we have not received anywhere near the amount of rainfall needed to fully overcome our rainfall deficit, this rain will certainly help put us in a better position as we move toward summer. ☀️

Please continue to use caution with any outdoor burning or activities that could spark a fire. 🔥🚫

05/14/2026

🔥 Drought Update 🔥

There is some good news to report regarding drought conditions across Louisiana. 🌧️ The northern portion of the state did see a downward trend in drought severity. Last week, 43.69% of Louisiana was experiencing D3 (Extreme) drought conditions. That number has now decreased to 29.41%. 📉 This is great news for the state as a whole.

However, Winn Parish is still experiencing 100% D3 drought conditions. ⚠️

WPFD #3 saw the effects of these conditions yesterday afternoon when crews were dispatched to a small brush fire and a large dead tree that was actively burning. 🌲🔥 It is believed that the fire may have started from a large brush pile burning across the roadway, although there is no certainty. It appears that the wind may have carried fire brands aloft across the road, landing on the dead tree and igniting it. 💨🔥

This incident illustrates just how dry conditions still are across our area. Please continue to use extreme caution with any outdoor burning. 🚒

05/12/2026

🔥🚒 It’s Home Fire Sprinkler Week! 🚒🔥

Did you know that home fire sprinklers can reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by about 90%? These systems respond quickly, often controlling or extinguishing a fire before firefighters even arrive — giving families valuable time to escape safely.

Modern home fire sprinklers are:
✅ Fast-acting
✅ Reliable
✅ Designed to protect lives and property
✅ Activated individually — not all at once

Fire can spread in less than 2 minutes. A home fire sprinkler system helps provide peace of mind when every second counts.

This week, help us spread awareness about the importance of residential fire sprinklers and fire-safe homes. Together, we can save lives.

05/10/2026

WPFD #3 would like to take a moment to wish everyone a Happy Mother’s Day, and a special Happy Mother’s Day to all of the moms of WPFD #3! 💐❤️

Thank you for all that you do each and every day. We hope you have a wonderful and blessed Mother’s Day!

05/07/2026

Drought Conditions Update

Unfortunately, there have been no changes to the drought conditions across Winn Parish. The parish remains in D3 Extreme Drought conditions.

Winn Parish is also currently listed as having High Fire Danger according to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

WPFD #3 experienced the effects of these conditions yesterday afternoon when a power line arced, igniting the surrounding vegetation. Fortunately, the higher relative humidity that has begun moving into the area helped slow the fire’s progression, and it was contained at approximately 1 acre.

Please continue to use extreme caution outdoors. Even with higher humidity, dry fuels can still ignite quickly.

🔥 Avoid outdoor burning
🚬 Do not discard cigarette butts outdoors
⛓️ Secure trailer chains so they do not drag
🚗 Avoid parking over dry grass or vegetation
👀 Never leave any fire unattended

We appreciate everyone’s continued cooperation as we work through these ongoing drought conditions.

05/04/2026

Happy International Firefighters Day to the members of Winn Parish Fire District #3 and firefighters across the globe.

Your sacrifice and commitment to serving others selflessly do not go unnoticed. Thank you for your dedication, courage, and unwavering service to your communities. 🚒🔥