Hartford Fire Rescue

04/16/2026

This is why we are under a state wide burn ban, 100 plus acres, numerous fire fighters and Alabama Forestry worked hard on this one! Please refrain from ANY outdoor burning until we get significant rainfall. We will post when ban is lifted. Thank you!

04/16/2026

04/14/2026

📢With worsening drought conditions across the state and low relative humidity, State Forester Rick Oates has issued a statewide Fire Alert effective immediately.

Over the past weekend, 50 wildfires burned more than 2,300 acres of forestland across the state. This includes a 500-acre wildfire in Mobile County, one for 412 acres in Coosa County, one for 382 acres in Choctaw County, one for 260 acres in Washington County, and another one for 105 acres in Escambia County.

In the last 30 days, 387 wildfires have burned approximately 15,850 acres of forestland across the state.

“With no measurable rain in sight, the continued extremely dry conditions create dangerous wildfire behavior,” said Oates. “These conditions create the potential for fires to escape easily and spread rapidly, taking longer and more of the agency’s firefighting resources to contain. Fast-moving wildfires not only destroy property and forests but also threaten the lives of citizens and endanger firefighters.”

This Fire Alert will remain in effect until rescinded by the State Forester, at least through Monday, April 20. Conditions will be reevaluated at that time. Permits for outdoor burning will be restricted only to Certified Prescribed Burn Managers. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be subject to prosecution for committing a Class B misdemeanor.

The Alabama Forestry Commission is the state agency committed to protecting Alabama’s invaluable forest assets and its citizens. To report a wildfire, call (800) 392-5679. For more information on the current wildfire situation in the state or any other forestry-related issues, contact your local AFC office or visit the agency website at www.forestry.alabama.gov

03/27/2026

Help us by being responsible until we get a good rain. This is something to be considered with all outdoor cooking too. ⚠️ 🔥

The Alabama Forestry Commission URGING CAUTION AGAINST WILDFIRES

03/25/2026

🚁🔥 Training day with the best!

Hartford Fire Rescue had the opportunity to train alongside Enterprise Air One during a Landing Zone (LZ) class today.

This hands-on training helps ensure we’re ready to safely and efficiently establish landing zones for medical helicopters when seconds matter most. From scene setup to communication and safety protocols, every detail counts when it comes to patient care.

A big thank you to Black Volunteer Fire Department for participating in today’s training—we appreciate the teamwork and support!

Special thanks to the Enterprise Air One crew:
• Justin St. Germain – Flight Paramedic
• Donna Thrower – Flight Nurse
• Robert Thomas – Pilot
• Jarred Martin — instructor

We’re grateful for the partnership and knowledge shared—working together makes our community safer! 💪🚒🚁

03/20/2026

Well, it finally happened, the call to rescue a cat out of a tree… 30 feet up in the tree! Cat had been in the tree since last night (Wednesday), and appeared to have been stuck. HFR firefighters and a 35 foot ladder got the job done! Thanks to Asst. EMS Chief Bryanne Stapleton, Firefighter Don Stapleton, And Asst. Fire Chief Terry Jackson. Job well done!

03/19/2026

Contact your local state level representatives to help us continue to help you at a time of need! 🚑

Rural providers say outdated reimbursement rates and workforce losses are forcing critical delays in emergency response

03/18/2026

Today, Hartford Fire Rescue partnered with Geneva County High School to present a Prom Promise for the juniors and seniors. This program is so important in helping students understand the real-life consequences of impaired and distracted driving, especially during such a memorable time like prom season.

I would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible. Thank you to the City of Hartford, Mayor Brannon, and the city council for your continued support.

A special thank you to Fire Chief Chris Gomez, Duty Chief Adrian Thomas, Assistant Fire Chief Terry Jackson, Lieutenant Chris Templar, AEMT James Garrett and Gavin Gomez, EMR Ed Hoffman, EMT TJ Doran, and our explorers Preston Thomas and Branson Harper for your hard work and dedication.

We also appreciate HPD Chief Zack Cooke and his officers for their support and participation.

Thank you to Survival Flight, Mark Reynolds, and crew for assisting and helping bring realism to this impactful event.

A big thank you to our student actors Vincent Gervasoni, Jiyan Patel, Nathan Reynolds, Destiny Carpenter, Hunter Brooks, and Catlyn Pollard for helping bring this powerful message to life.

A special thank you to TJ Doran for allowing us the use of his property, to Jeremy Harper for getting the maintenance done to help make this program possible, and to JJ Scott for allowing HFR to use his sound system.

We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful prom!

03/18/2026

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PSA - Wednesday, March 18, GCHS will have the Prom Promise Program at school. The Hartford PD, Hartford Fire Department/Paramedics, and Life Flight will be on 6th Avenue behind the elementary school conducting a program showing GCHS juniors and seniors the effects/consequences of impaired driving. Help spread the word, so that neighbors and community members do not think there is a serious medical emergency going on at the school. This will occur around 10:45, behind the elementary school on 6th Avenue. Thanks for your help!