Pearl River County Fire & Rescue

09/01/2026

Did you know modern hydraulic rescue tools were inspired by technology used in other industries?

In the 1960s, George Hurst, an automotive pioneer and race car parts manufacturer, developed the first hydraulic rescue tool after witnessing rescuers take more than an hour to cut a trapped victim out of a wrecked race car using slow manual tools like circular saws and pry bars.

Hurst’s very first race-car extrication prototype from the 1960s was a massive, truck-mounted unit that weighed 350 pounds, he partnered with Mike Brick and engineer Jim Dobbins to downsize the tool into a portable, handheld version. Officially introduced to the market in the early 1970s as the Hurst Power Rescue Tool, this 65-pound device revolutionized vehicle rescue and earned the famous nickname "The Jaws of Life."

Today, hydraulic and battery-powered cutters continue that legacy by helping firefighters save lives.

08/30/2026

Please join us in congratulating Rocco Palermo, one of our very own Pearl River County Fire & Rescue firefighters, for taking 1st Place in the 9/11 Never Forget 5K Bunker Gear Division in Covington, Louisiana, on Saturday, August 29, 2026!

Rocco represented Pearl River County Fire & Rescue with pride, strength, and dedication while honoring the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001.

We are incredibly proud to have you represent our department, Rocco! Congratulations on an outstanding accomplishment!

08/28/2026

When we answer the call, we know we may be walking into the worst day of someone’s life. Our goal is always to save lives but it goes beyond that.

Sometimes, it’s about saving the things that can't be replaced. This freezer was an example of just that. In Thursday mornings fire, a mother stood on the road and asked for her breast milk to be saved. So our guys did just that. Once deemed safe to do so they pulled this chest freezer from the house and set it in the drive way. Melted shut but still frozen inside. To most people, it may look like just another appliance. But to this family, that freezer held something priceless their child’s food, time, love, and countless hours of sacrifice.

Our firefighters worked to protect not only the structure, but the belongings and memories that mattered most to this family. Because property protection matters.

We may not always be able to save everything. We may not always know what something means to the people we are serving. But we will always do everything within our ability to protect what we can.

This is one of the reasons we train, respond, and do what we do.

To our firefighters thank you for understanding that the job is about more than fighting fire. It’s about people, their lives, their homes, and the things that mean the most to them.

08/27/2026

This morning ,08/27/2026, between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. , Pearl River County Fire & Rescue Districts 2 and 4 were dispatched to two separate structure fires. As both incidents escalated, additional resources were requested.

Firefighters from Pearl River County Fire & Rescue Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, and 11 responded, along with Poplarville FIRE Department, bringing additional personnel and apparatus to assist with fire suppression efforts.

We would like to thank the Pearl River County Board of Supervisors, Pearl River County E-911, AAA Ambulance Service, Pearl River County Sheriff's Department and all of the Pearl River County Fire & Rescue personnel who responded for their assistance, support, and dedication throughout these incidents.

These fires are under investigation by the Pearl River County Fire Marshal's office.

08/25/2026

On August 24, 2026, at approximately 3:20 p.m., Pearl River County Fire & Rescue District 13 (Nicholson) was dispatched to the area of Jackson Landing Road in reference to a structure fire.

As the incident escalated, additional resources were requested. Firefighters from Pearl River County Fire & Rescue Districts 2, 4, 11 and 12 responded, along with Picayune Fire Department bringing additional personnel and apparatus to assist with fire suppression efforts.

We want to thank the Pearl River County Board of Supervisors, Pearl River County E-911, Pearl River County Sheriff's Department, and the Pearl River County Fire personnel who responded for their assistance and support throughout the incident.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Pearl River County Fire Marshal's Office.

08/25/2026

We just want to say a huge Thank you to everyone who came out and participated in our Open House! We truly appreciate everyone who helped make the day great!

A special thank you to our amazing vendors who joined us:

• Sammy's Super Bubbles
• J&E Studios
• Speakeasy Bakery Co.
• Glow with Susan Herbalife
• Align Chiropractic and Wellness PLLC
• Jen Johnson

We also want to thank our partnering departments and agencies who came out to participate and support our event:

- Pearl River County Sheriff's Department for providing an awesome live K9 demonstration
- Glenn Bolin's Towing for showcasing their rollback truck and rotator
- Tri-Community Fire Department for bringing their smoke trailer and, of course, Sparky!

We are incredibly grateful for the support from our community, vendors, and partnering agencies.

Thank you for helping us make our Open House a memorable day for everyone!

08/22/2026

Thank you to all the men and women who responded today. Your professional, quick response and hard work did not go unnoticed. We truly appreciate each and every one of you for answering the call and serving our community.

McNeill responded to a one vehicle accident on I59 at mile marker 15 this morning. We would like to thank District 2, District 4, District 11, Hwy patrol, PRCSO, Rescue 5, and Bolin’s Towing for the quick response and assistance. Stay safe and God bless 🚒

08/22/2026

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08/20/2026

On August 19, 2026, at approximately 12:26 a.m., Pearl River County Fire & Rescue District 4 was dispatched to the area of Crane Creek Road to provide mutual aid for a structure fire in Hancock County.

As the incident escalated, additional resources were requested. Firefighters from Pearl River County Fire & Rescue Districts 2 and 12 responded with additional personnel and resources to assist with fire suppression efforts.

We extend our appreciation to the Pearl River County Board of Supervisors, Pearl River County E-911, and all Pearl River County Fire & Rescue personnel who responded for their assistance and support throughout the incident.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Hancock County Fire Marshal’s Office.