Holly Springs Volunteer Fire Department

04/21/2026

We are still under a statewide fire alert! Please no outdoor burning!

04/14/2026

F O R I M M E D I A T E
R E L E A S E

13 April 2026
MEDIA CONTACT: [email protected]
or (334) 315-8019

Statewide Fire Alert Issued


MONTGOMERY, AL — 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This Fire Alert will remain in effect until rescinded by the State Forester, at least through Monday, April 20.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

Part of the mission of the Alabama Forestry Commission is to guard our forests from harm. We protect the natural resources, homes, and citizens from wildfire; we coordinate the response to natural disasters and emergencies; we work to eradicate forest pests, insects and invasive species which harm o...

03/02/2026

Public Notice:

Sealed Bid Invitation:

Holly Springs Fire Department is accepting SEALED BIDS for a 2003 Ford F350 XL with utility bed. The Vehicle has been involved in an electrical fire and will come with an Alabama Salvage Title. Vehicle is sold AS IS, Where IS, with no warranties, express or implied.

Minimum bid: $1000.00

Bids must be in a SEALED Envelope clearly marked “Sealed Bid 2003 F350”.

Sealed Bids may be mailed to Holly Springs Fire Department, 175 County Highway 24 Springville, AL 35146. Attention of Dave Mattson, Treasurer or hand delivered on Monday, March 16, 2026, between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM.

Bid Opening Date: Monday, March 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

Holly Springs Volunteer Fire Department reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities in the bidding process.

Late Bids will not be accepted.

Winning Bidder must arrange for payment within 48 hours of bid opening, and the vehicle must be removed from the premises within the same amount of time.

12/02/2025

Pictures of 9252 during pump testing.

12/02/2025

Pump test today for 9251 and 9252.

A short video of 9252 during the overload portion of the test. Flowing 750 GPM at 250 psi for 10 minutes. The hardest workout that a fire department pumper will undergo yearly.

09/30/2025

Please no outdoor burning until we have received significant rainfall.

09/30/2025

Please no outdoor burning until we have received significant rainfall!

📢Fire Danger Advisory Issued by the AFC📢

As drought conditions worsen, due to the recent lack of precipitation and high temperatures, the Alabama Forestry Commission is issuing a Statewide Fire Danger Advisory. Until the state receives sufficient rainfall to alleviate the severe dry situation, especially in central Alabama, this elevated fire danger will persist for the foreseeable future.

Mitigation measures should be considered to protect lives and property from wildfire damage. If possible, refrain from burning until fire danger has diminished. Always obtain a permit for prescribed burns, and ensure adequate equipment and personnel are present. Never leave a fire until it is safely extinguished. Conduct post-burn patrols for several days to ensure that reignition has not occurred and firebreaks have not been compromised. In residential areas, be sure to have a water hose prepared and adjacent to the burning area. After burning debris piles, it is necessary to thoroughly soak the area until cold.

As this advisory continues and potentially escalates, it is essential to maintain situational awareness. Burning debris piles can continue to smolder for multiple days, eventually spreading out of a previously contained area. Under these critically dry conditions, chances of embers igniting outside of the main burn area are increased. Fires in areas with deep duff (layers of decaying vegetable matter covering the ground under trees) can also continue to burn for extended periods of time, potentially causing tree mortality. Driving vehicles into tall grasses, as well as equipment use such as bush-hogging, hay baling, or mulching, can spark ignition.

The Alabama Forestry Commission will continue to monitor the strengthening drought and wildfire statistics across the state. The agency will evaluate if further restrictions are needed in the coming weeks.

09/30/2025

Attention Holly Springs Community. Please read the Media Release below from the Blount County Fire Association with regards to Ambulance Transport Services within Blount County.

We strongly urge you to reach out to the County Commission to share your voice.

03/16/2025

Holly Springs Fire Department Straight Mountain Fire Department and Pine Mountain Fire Department had students participate in an Emergency Vehicle Driver (EVD) course this past week. We completed JPRs today!

03/01/2025

No outdoor burning until we have received significant rain.