Maysville Area Volunteer Fire Department

06/18/2026

Here's a general timeline ⏱️of how we expect the weather to evolve today over all of north and central Georgia. Impacts will be felt first over western Georgia and spread east as the rain and embedded thunderstorms move across the state.

06/13/2026

10:28PM UPDATE | A short time ago, the governor identified the firefighter.

“Marty, the girls, and I are saddened tonight by the loss of Firefighter Juan Antonia Smith. As we pray for his loved ones and the entire Rockdale County community, we ask that Georgians keep them in their thoughts as they mourn this sudden and tragic loss.”

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9:01PM UPDATE from GSP |

On June 12, 2026, at 5:00 pm, Troopers were requested to investigate an overturned fire truck crash at Eastview Road and Sigman Road in Conyers, Georgia.

The investigation found that the Rockdale County Fire Department was responding to a structure fire in the area.

As the driver attempted a left turn, the fire truck overturned onto its passenger side.

A firefighter in the rear of the fire truck was ejected and passed away on scene.

The investigation is active.

Our Specialized Collision Reconstruction Team (SCRT E) is responding to assist.

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UPDATE from Rockdale County | ⚫️🔴⚫️

Rockdale County is heartbroken to confirm that a rollover accident involving a Rockdale County Fire Rescue truck occurred at Sigman Road and Eastview Road.

Tragically, the accident resulted in the death of a Rockdale County firefighter.

Out of respect for the firefighter’s family, additional details, including the firefighter’s name, will be released at the appropriate time.

We ask the community to please keep the firefighter’s family, loved ones, fellow firefighters, and all members of Rockdale County Fire Rescue in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

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I’m heading to Conyers, Georgia, where a fire vehicle overturned and there is a confirmed fatality. This is at the intersection of Sigman and East View.

06/05/2026

🚨 SAFETY FRIDAY 🚨
🚗💺 Car Seat Safety Matters! 👶🏻

Did you know that using the correct car seat and ensuring it is installed properly can significantly reduce the risk of injury in a crash?

Whether you’re a new parent, caregiver, or simply want to make sure your child’s seat is installed correctly, help is available right here in Jackson County!

👮‍♂️ The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office has a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician available to assist with:
✅ Proper car seat installation
✅ Car seat inspections
✅ Answering questions about car seat safety and placement
✅ Ensuring your child is riding as safely as possible

📅 Appointments are required.

📧 To schedule an appointment or ask questions, contact:
[email protected]

Let’s work together to keep our youngest passengers safe on every trip. Remember: the safest car seat is the one that fits your child, fits your vehicle, and is used correctly every time.

05/14/2026

Today Kenny Baker and Melinda Barnes assisted with water day at Maysville Elementary School. The kids and adults all had a great time. Thank you MES for inviting us to the school and soaking the kiddos, and maybe an adult or 2

05/09/2026

Please keep this family in your prayers

View Zoie Marie Atkinson's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

05/06/2026

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT ⚠️

Tornado Watch from 5/6/2026 6:47 PM to 5/7/2026 2:00 AM EDT for 30549.

A Tornado Watch has been issued for our area. Conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rainfall.

Please stay weather aware this evening and have multiple ways to receive emergency alerts.
✔️ Review your safety plan
✔️ Charge your phones and devices
✔️ Know your safe place inside your home
✔️ Monitor local weather updates closely

If warnings are issued, seek shelter immediately in an interior room on the lowest floor away from windows.

We will continue monitoring conditions and provide updates as they become available. Stay safe and be prepared. 🌪️

05/06/2026

Not all storms are the same and not all risks are wind.

Pay attention to:

🌧️ Rainfall forecasts (flooding risk)
🌀 Storm remnants moving inland
🌪️ Tornado warnings

It’s important to understand storm alerts and follow trusted sources like US National Weather Service Peachtree City Georgia for storm updates.

05/06/2026

05/05/2026

Today is International Fire Fighters’ Day.

05/04/2026

After almost nine years of planning, the Gainesville Inland Port officially opened on Monday.

Owned and operated by the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA), the inland port on White Sulphur Road links the I-85/I-985 corridor to a 324-mile intermodal freight rail service, allowing direct transport of shipped goods from the Port of Savannah to Northeast Georgia.

Formerly named the Blue Ridge Connector, the $134 million project saw three 6,000-foot working tracks installed on a 104-acre site. The tracks connect with Norfolk Southern's existing network. Norfolk Southern reportedly invested $7 million into the project.

https://accesswdun.com/news/georgia-ports-authority-opens-gainesville-inland-port