Southern Stone County, Missouri May 8, 2012) - 10:36PM, firefighters responded to 5495 State Hwy DD (Fire Station 9's area) To an MVC (Motor Vehicle Collision). Crews arrived to find one vehicle into a tree on fire with one occupant. The driver sustained fatal injuries. MSHP (Missouri State Highway Patrol) investigating.
Unfortunately we had to respond to an accident involving a Reeds Spring High School Student / Baseball player. The accident was described as horrific. The driver/student was the only one involved. His vehicle left the road and hit a tree. The vehicle caught fire and the driver died at the scene. Two of our firefighters were friends with the victim. One was an explorer that was a fellow classmate. This is a very tragic incident for our area.
Follow-Up: SSCFPD assisted with traffic control along with the Stone County Sheriff's Office for Reeds Spring High School students while they set up a memorial at the accident site. Approximately 30 students showed up between 4pm and 5:30pm.
Fatal Plane Crash on Table Rock Lake
Southern Stone County, Missouri (March 13, 2012) - Southern Stone County Fire Protection District Station 2 was dispatched to a reported plane crash on Table Rock Lake, near Port of Kimberling Marina in Kimberling City. First on scene was Fire Marshal Mike Creswell. Creswell commandeered a nearby bass boat where a fisherman was able to take him up to the plane that was floating upside down in the water several yards off the shoreline. Upon initial investigation, there was no evidence of survivors. The plane was towed to shore by Seatow. Heavy equipment that was already in the area being used for cleanup from the recent tornado was used to remove the plane from the water. Crews extricated one victim which had sustained fatal injuries from the crash.
Firefighters remained on scene to monitor fuel leakage from the aircraft that could result in a fire. There were no other passengers and no additional hazards. The investigating agencies were the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Summer Safety in Southern Stone
Summer is a time for campfires, barbeques, and fireworks. It can also be a time of extreme fire danger. The information provided here will ensure that you and your family are able to safely enjoy the season.
Check with local officials to find out if a burn ban is in effect before burning brush piles. A burn ban would prohibit the use of fireworks as well.
Annually, a little less than 10,000 Americans are injured by fireworks and almost 5,000 are injured by charcoal/wood-burning and propane grill fires. Many families enjoy camping in the summer. It is important to follow the park's rules for the use and extinguishing of campfires.
Summertime should be a time for fun and making happy memories. Knowing a few fire safety tips and following instructions will help everyone have a safe summer.
Outdoor Grilling Safety
Before using a grill, check the connection between the propane tank and the fuel line. Make sure the venturi tubes - where the air and gas mix - are not blocked.
Do not overfill the propane tank.
Do not wear loose clothing while cooking at a barbecue.
Be careful when using lighter fluid. Do not add fluid to an already lit fire because the flame can flashback up into the container and explode.
Keep all matches and lighters away from children. Teach your children to report any loose matches or lighters to an adult immediately. Supervise children around outdoor grills.
Dispose of hot coals properly - douse them with plenty of water, and stir them to ensure that the fire is out. Never place them in plastic, paper or wooden containers.
Never grill/barbecue in enclosed areas - carbon monoxide could be produced.
Make sure everyone knows to stop, drop and roll in case a piece of clothing does catch fire. Call 911 or your local emergency number if a burn warrants serious medical attention.
Campfire Safety
Build campfires where they will not spread, away from dry grass and leaves.
Keep campfires small, and don't let them get out of hand.
Keep plenty of water and a shovel around to douse the fire when you're done. Stir it and douse it again with water.
During the Month of April 2012, Our crews ran a total of 133 Calls. Those Incidents included, 0 Structure Fires, 0 Commercial Structure Fires, 7 Brush Fires,1 Boat Fire, 0 Carbon Monoxide, 1 Fire Alarm, 1 Investigation, 11 Motor Vehicle Collisions, 1 Vehicle Fire, 10 Lift Assists, 7 other fire related incidents. Total of 39 fire-related incidents.
We ran 94 EMS assist incidents, traumatic injuries/specific and non-specific, including falls 15, Unconscious and/or Cardiac arrest 10, Chest Pain 15, Breathing Problems 12, Seizures 5, Diabetic Problems 2, Psychiatric/Suicide attempt 5, Burns 1, Stroke 6, Animal bite or attack 2, All other 21, Total 94 EMS related incidents.
CONTACT INFORMATION
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Mailing: Southern Stone County
Fire Protection District
10965 East State Highway 76
Branson West, MO 65737
Phone: 417-272-1510 - Local
800-966-5087 - Toll-Free
417-272-1509 - Fax
Southern Stone County, Missouri (March 13, 2012) - Southern Stone County Fire Protection District Station 2 was dispatched to a reported plane crash on Table Rock Lake, near Port of Kimberling Marina in Kimberling City. First on scene was Fire Marshal Mike Creswell. Creswell commandeered a nearby bass boat where a fisherman was able to take him up to the plane that was floating upside down in the water several yards off the shoreline. Upon initial investigation, there was no evidence of survivors. The plane was towed to shore by Seatow. Heavy equipment that was already in the area being used for cleanup from the recent tornado was used to remove the plane from the water. Crews extricated one victim which had sustained fatal injuries from the crash.
