Baxter Springs Fire Department, Baxter Springs, KS 66713, US

The Redings Mill Fire Protection District, founded in 1978 as a volunteer incorporation and later becoming a fire protection district in 1985, is a dedicated organization providing fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue operations, and hazardous materials responses for a 110 square mile area in Newton County, Missouri. With a combination of full-time, part-time, and volunteer responders, the district operates from five fire stations, two of which are staffed 24/7, and serves a population of approximately 17,500 residents. They have mutual aid agreements with 13 neighboring jurisdictions and have achieved notable accomplishments such as being Missouri's first FireWise USA Community and implementing successful initiatives like installing over 1,000 smoke detectors in trailer homes within their response area. Continuously striving for improvement and embracing change, the Redings Mill Fire Protection District has expanded its full-time staff from 4 to 20 personnel over the years to meet the increasing call volume. They have also enhanced their capabilities by establishing Type III Rescue Teams for water rescues and participating in mutual aid efforts at both state and national levels. Committed to public safety, the district actively engages in public education, offers resources for fire safety, and collaborates with the community to create a safer environment. With a focus on constant improvement and a dedication to their mission, the Redings Mill Fire Protection District remains a vital force in protecting the lives and properties of the residents they serve.Generated from the website