Northwest Fire Protection District

05/25/2026

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving our nation and defending our freedom. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

05/16/2026

Today we had the privilege to hang out with the students at Silex R-1 School District and St. Alphonsus! We look forward to this day every year! We so often see people on their worst days, days like today keep us going, seeing these kids on their best days! Thank you for the invitation, we look forward to seeing you next year!

05/07/2026

Please join us in wishing FF/Board Member Jimmy Hurt a very Happy Birthday! Thank you Jimmy for your dedication to our community and Fire District!!!!

04/27/2026

SEVERE WEATHER IS EXPECTED! PLEASE PLAN NOW!!!!

The latest visible satellite pictures show us the boundary of interest that will become the primary focus for severe weather this afternoon. This boundary is likely to settle a little more to the south and southeast and reach the Missouri River and I-70 before stalling out... pretty much right over metro STL. This boundary will become a key player for the isolated to scattered intense severe storms we expect to develop this afternoon and early this evening. I am really concerned about areas along and 30 to 50 miles either side of the Missouri River in Missouri.... and along and south of a line from Jerseyville to about Staunton in IL. Those are APPROXIMATE guides... not exact locations... but that gives you an idea of the region where the greatest risk may end up focusing this afternoon....before it builds southeast across southeast Missouri and southern Illinois.

Again... this is a day to stay weather aware. Not everyone will see the dangerous storms. Many folks may happily miss them. But the communities that get in the path of one of these storms could be hit quite hard with large, destructive hail, wind and a couple of tornadoes. And these tornadoes, if they occur, would not be the small, weaker ones we've seen so far this year. These could be much more intense and much larger.

Folks should have multiple ways to receive warnings and check back frequently as the day progresses. Things will unfold pretty quickly and there is still wiggle room on the exact firing line and timing of the most significant threat....so everyone needs to be prepared.

Fox2Now

04/17/2026

The SPC has significantly shifted the level 3 to the east, and it now completely covers not only Lincoln County, but the entire surrounding region as well. This shift continues to show increasing confidence in a more widespread severe weather event later today.



Timing has continued to be refined. Current expectations place the primary window for Lincoln County beginning around 5pm and continuing through the evening hours. That said, earlier development cannot be completely ruled out if storms are able to initiate ahead of the main system.



This is the most significant chance for severe weather we have had this spring, and all agencies should be prepared for the potential of multiple rounds of storms and rapidly changing conditions.



What is certain is that storms will develop quickly to our west this afternoon and track east across the state. The overall setup supports an environment capable of producing severe storms, and confidence continues to increase that at least some portion of the warned area will see impactful weather.



The chance for rotating supercells in front of the main line has increased. These storms would pose the greatest tornado threat, along with the potential for large hail. As the system evolves, storms are expected to transition into a more linear mode, which will shift the primary hazard to damaging straight line winds, with embedded circulations still possible within the line.



Given the timing, this event will likely impact the evening commute and early nighttime hours, which can increase risk to the public. Messaging should emphasize situational awareness, multiple ways to receive warnings, and having a plan in place before storms arrive.

A strong cold front will lead to the development of severe thunderstorms over northwest Missouri this afternoon. These storms will track southeast into the area this evening into late tonight. Thunderstorms will weaken, but exactly where and how soon remains uncertain. Check weather frequently to ensure you catch the latest updates and have multiple ways to receive warning information.

04/01/2026

Shortly before 5:30 this evening your Northwest Fire Volunteers were dispatched to the intersection of Hwy O and Corso Rd for a vehicle fire. The vehicle was fully involved upon arrival. Crews worked quickly to extinguish the vehicle and the surrounding ground area. Hwy O was closed for a short period while crews worked the scene.
Thank you to our volunteers, Hawk Point Fire Protection Dist., Lincoln County 911 - Troy Mo and Thornhill Towing for your assistance.
Due to the remote location, Hawk Point was an Automatic Mutual Aid. The driver of the vehicle was able to exit the vehicle without injury.

03/22/2026

Erratic fire conditions are likely again on Sunday afternoon from a combination of strong winds and low humidity. Leave burning to the professionals and reduce the risk for open flames and sparks.

03/22/2026

We would like to extend our greatest gratitude and thankfulness to all of our Mutual Aid partners yesterday!!! We were just finishing up helping Lincoln County on an Out of Control brush fire when were dispatched to a large outside fire, quickly spreading. Upon arrival, it was evident that we were going to need a lot of help. Approximately 300 acres were involved. With the help of the Lincoln County Emergency Management drone, we were able to navigate 8 different fire departments/districts from 3 counties to get the fire contained after several hours of hard work!!!!
Thank you Lincoln County Fire Protection District #1, Winfield Foley Fire Protection District, Elsberry Fire Protection District, Eolia Community Fire Protection District, Bowling Green Fire, Buffalo Fire, Middletown Fire, Lincoln County Ambulance District,Lincoln County 911 - Troy Mo, and Lincoln County EMA for your assistance!!!!
A special THANK YOU goes out to Medic #5 for the food and drink!!!

02/27/2026

🔥🔥🔥 RED FLAG WARNING 🔥🔥🔥

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥The Silex area will see some smoke lingering this morning from the Conservation Department’s controlled burn in Logan yesterday. Please don’t let the smell of smoke spark your interest today, PLEASE DO NOT BURN!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

The combination of low humidity, gusty southwesterly winds, and dry vegetation will lead to Elevated to Critical Fire Danger today, meaning fires could easily get out of control. Therefore, outdoor burning is strongly discouraged today.

02/25/2026

Please use Caution! Please use PATIENCE!

This Friday morning, February 27th, Silex FFA members will be driving their tractors to school and this may slow down traffic in our school district. Please use caution, be patient and be prepared for a delay in your morning commute. Thank you!