Samson Volunteer Fire Dept.

06/19/2026

Attic Fire Quickly Contained on East Emily Street

Shortly after 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, Samson and FGHR-Flat Creek Volunteer Firefighters responded to a reported structure fire in the 100 block of East Emily Street.

Samson Engine 35 arrived on scene and reported an active attic fire with moderate to heavy smoke showing. Samson Tanker 32, Supply 34, and FGHR-Flat Creek Engine 91 arrived shortly thereafter to assist with fire suppression efforts.

Firefighters manually ventilated the roof to release heat and smoke and removed sections of the interior ceiling to access and extinguish hidden fire within the attic space.

Through the coordinated efforts of both volunteer departments, crews were able to rapidly contain the fire and prevent further extension, minimizing property damage despite severe weather conditions.

The Samson Fire Department extends its appreciation to the Samson Police Department and Samson Rescue for their assistance and support on scene.

No injuries were reported.

05/30/2026

If you noticed a heavy presence of Fire Dept. activity on South Jordan St. there was no cause for concern, Samson Fire along with Flat Creek Fire conducted our annual pump testing of our fire trucks. This testing is required by ISO, the organization that regulates some homeowners insurance, these test are required in order to make certain that our trucks will pump the amount of water that the pumps on the truck is designed to pump. We're proud to say all 3 of the Samson trucks and one of Flat Creeks trucks passed the tests.

05/04/2026

Today, on May 4, International Firefighters’ Day, we recognise those who continue to serve.

Firefighters who stand ready—
between danger and the community.

Their courage, commitment, and quiet strength protect us all.

To those serving today, in every part of the world—thank you.

International Firefighters' Day:
A day to pause.
A day to reflect.
A day to honour.

Wherever you are, you are part of this shared moment.

04/15/2026

**PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT **

The roundabout at Alabama Highway 52 and Alabama Highway 153 south is now open and in use, please use extreme caution in this area.

04/13/2026

Everyone please read the most recent alert from the Alabama Forestry Commission!

📢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

04/06/2026

*BURN BAN UPDATE*

The current outside burning ban has been lifted at this time. With the recent rainfall showers we have been getting citizens have been cleared to burn, but we ask that you please monitor any outside fire as it could still spread. We would like to thank everyone with there cooperation while we've been under this ban.

03/27/2026

**IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

The City of Samson is currently under a complete no outside burning at this time. Due to the extremely dry conditions we ask that you please refrain from any outside burning as weather conditions will cause a fire to grow and spread rapidly. As soon as conditions improve we will inform the community as such. Once again we ask that you please refrain from burning.

03/26/2026

Everyone please read this warning from the Alabama Forestry Commission!!!

📢AFC URGING CAUTION AGAINST WILDFIRES📢

With forecasts calling for elevated wind speeds and a dry front passage across the state, the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) strongly discourages any outdoor burning until conditions improve. The agency also points to dropping relative humidity and an increase in wind speed on Saturday as especially concerning.

With the anticipation of critical fire weather conditions, AFC is issuing a Fire Danger Advisory on Friday, March 27. The potential for critical fire weather elevates on Saturday, March 28, increasing the threat issued to a Fire Alert. By Sunday, March 29, the potential for critical fire weather decreases slightly, lowering the threat issued to a Fire Danger Advisory.

The combination of these conditions creates a greater-than-average potential for outdoor fires to escape easily and spread rapidly, taking longer – and more of the agency’s firefighting resources – to contain and ultimately control. Fast-moving wildfires not only destroy property and forests but also threaten the lives of citizens and endanger firefighters.

Prescribed burn permits will be limited to only Certified Prescribed Burn Managers on Friday. Permits for outdoor burning will not be issued to anyone on Saturday. The AFC plans to resume regular permit issuing on Sunday, March 29, provided improved weather conditions. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be subject to prosecution for committing a Class B misdemeanor.

In the last seven days, 147 wildfires have burned approximately 5,600 acres of forestland across the state. This includes a large wildfire in Wilcox County (963 acres), one for 464 acres in Montgomery County, one for 505 acres in Marengo, and four others over 200 acres in Choctaw, Covington, Etowah, and Walker counties.

The Alabama Forestry Commission is the state agency committed to protecting Alabama’s invaluable forest assets as well as 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.