Walker Fire Department

04/24/2026

Walker Fire Department – Storm Shelter Registration Reminder

If you have a storm shelter in Garvin County, please take a few minutes to register it with the Garvin County Emergency Management / 911 Center.

You can register online here:
https://garvincountye911.org/storm-shelter-registration/ or call: 405-238-1146.

This is a free and voluntary service that helps first responders know where shelters are located in the event of severe weather. In an emergency, this information can make a critical difference by helping crews locate and check on residents more quickly.

Help us help you—make sure your shelter is registered and share this with friends and neighbors. Stay safe, Garvin County!

04/14/2026

Storm shelters at Walker Schools are open to the public whenever there is a need. Please follow the posted signage to the south side of the school to access the shelter.

Be advised, there is no electricity available inside the shelter, so plan accordingly and bring any necessary lighting or supplies to stay safe.

04/14/2026

Garvin County dispatchers—thank you for all you do. We appreciate you more than you know.

Walker Fire Department

04/11/2026

In the wake of the tragic school shooting on April 7th, our community saw both heartbreak and incredible strength. Today, we want to recognize the men and women who stood in the gap—both behind the scenes and on the front lines.

To our Garvin County E911 dispatchers — your calmness, quick thinking, and ability to manage pure chaos under unimaginable pressure do not go unnoticed. In those critical moments, you were the steady voice guiding help where it was needed most. While many may never see what you do, we know how vital you are to every single response.

To the Pauls Valley Police Department, Garvin County Sheriff’s Office, and all of our local EMS and fire departments — your rapid response, coordination, and professionalism in the face of danger made a difference when seconds mattered most. You ran toward a situation most would run from, and because of that, lives were saved.

And we cannot speak about that day without recognizing the extraordinary heroism of Principal Kirk Moore, Assistant Principal Chad Chronister, and Coach Green. Their bravery and selfless actions in taking down the shooter undoubtedly saved the lives of students and faculty. Their courage is something this community will never forget.

April 7th will always be a difficult day for Pauls Valley, but it also showed the strength, courage, and unity of those who serve and protect it.

From the bottom of our hearts — thank you all.

04/06/2026

Burn Ban Update – Walker Fire Department

The burn ban will be lifted today at 12:00 PM (noon).

As conditions improve, residents may resume controlled burning. However, safety remains a top priority.

Before conducting any controlled burn, you MUST notify the E911 Communications Center by calling the non-emergency line at 405-238-9900.

This helps prevent unnecessary emergency responses and ensures everyone stays informed.

Please continue to use caution, monitor weather conditions, and never leave a fire unattended.

Stay safe,
Walker Fire Department

03/23/2026

A 14-day burn ban has been put into effect starting today.

03/22/2026

🚩 Red Flag Warning in Effect Today 03/22/2026 🚩

Hot temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity are creating dangerous fire conditions across our area.

Please avoid any outdoor burning today. If a fire starts, it can spread rapidly and become difficult to control in a matter of minutes.

Help us keep our community safe by using extreme caution and reporting any signs of smoke or fire immediately to 911 or non emergency 405-238-9900

– Walker Fire Department

03/20/2026

The Walker Fire Department extends our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Goldsby Fire Department and the families of the two firefighters lost in the line of duty.

There are no words that can ease the pain of such a tremendous loss. We mourn alongside you and keep your department, your community, and the families in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. The courage, dedication, and selfless service of these firefighters will never be forgotten.

May you find strength in one another and in the brotherhood of the fire service.

Rest easy, brothers. We have it from here.

03/10/2026

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Oklahoma Department of Public Safety - Driver License Services (DPS) Final Notice:

According to our records, the traffic violation associated with your account remains unresolved. This is a final reminder that payment has not been received.

In accordance with Title 47 of the Oklahoma Statutes , the Motor Vehicle Code , if full payment is not submitted by March 11, 2026, the following enforcement actions will be initiated:

1. Official violation recorded with the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety - Driver License Services (DPS)
2. Revocation of vehicle registration effective March 12, 2026
3. Suspension of driver's license for a minimum of 30 days
4. Referral of the outstanding debt to a collections agency, with an additional fee of up to 35%
5. Potential legal proceedings and adverse credit reporting

To avoid these penalties, please settle your payment immediately through our official payment portal:

01/12/2026