Tamms Fire/ Rescue

Tamms Fire/ Rescue Fire Department/ Rescue Squad/ Medical Division/ MABAS 45

Tamms Fire/ Rescue Station 1 is located at 190 Railroad Street in extreme Southern Illinois in Alexander County. We cover a 98 square mile of zone which include the Village of Tamms, Township of Sandusky , and the Township of Elco. The mission of Tamms Fire/ Rescue is to protect life and property through professional services delivered with compassion and integrity. ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES:

PERS

ONAL INTEGRITY

We act in the best interest of the Citizens
We behave in an ethical and legal manner
We are open and honest
We follow through on commitments
We are loyal to the Department

RESPONSIBILITY

We anticipate issues, problems and opportunities
We take initiative
We act to prevent and solve problems
We take responsibility for the outcome of our actions and decisions
We hold ourselves and others accountable

RESPECT
We treat others in a fair, courteous and equitable manner
We actively listen and seek understanding
We provide a direct response
We embrace ethnic and cultural diversity in the community and our workplace
We are positive and cooperative
We are willing to apologize

TEAMWORK

We know and respect our roles and responsibilities
We ask who needs to be involved and we involve others appropriately
We define and agree upon goals
We collaborate to achieve organizational goals
We help others accomplish their goals
We share authority, responsibility and credit

RESULTS
We take pride in our work
We complete assignments and projects on time and within budget
We evaluate outcomes and seek feedback on our performance
We learn from our mistakes
We innovate

SAFETY

Safety must be primary in everything that we do

PROGRESS

We investigate and implement change carefully and effectively

ACCOUNTABILITY

We are accountable to our community, each other and the Department

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 500 PM CDT FOR ALEXANDER COUNTY ILLINOIS...
05/31/2026

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 500 PM CDT FOR ALEXANDER COUNTY ILLINOIS...

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTEDSevere Thunderstorm WarningNational Weather Service Paducah KY342 PM CDT Sun May...
05/31/2026

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Paducah KY
342 PM CDT Sun May 31 2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southwestern Union County in southern Illinois...
Northwestern Pulaski County in southern Illinois...
Alexander County in southern Illinois...
East central Bollinger County in southeastern Missouri...
Northern Scott County in southeastern Missouri...
Cape Girardeau County in southeastern Missouri...

* Until 430 PM CDT.

* At 342 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Millersville,
or near Bollinger Mill State Historic Site, moving southeast at 45 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.

* Locations impacted include...
Cape Girardeau, Jackson, Scott City, Chaffee, Benton, Bollinger Mill State Historic Site, Tamms, Kelso, Delta, Gordonville, Dutchtown, Millersville, Cape Girardeau Airport, Olive Branch, Burfordville, Daisy, Ullin, Thebes, Oak Ridge, and Whitewater.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 57 in Illinois between Mile Markers 18 and 22. Interstate 55 between Mile Markers 77 and 114.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

THUNDERSTORM DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...

Today, we pause to reflect and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country a...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to reflect and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country and our communities. As first responders, we understand the true meaning of duty, and we hold the memory of our fallen heroes close to our hearts. To the families who have lost a loved one, we stand with you in gratitude and remembrance. May we never forget.

Are you ready to celebrate America?Our annual car show is from noon until 5pm, but the festivities don't end there! Stic...
05/24/2026

Are you ready to celebrate America?
Our annual car show is from noon until 5pm, but the festivities don't end there! Stick around for music and live bands into the night, raffles at 9pm, then FIREWORKS at 10pm!

05/18/2026
$25 per call.We've got spots available! Applications available for shift personnel, support positions, and administrativ...
05/10/2026

$25 per call.
We've got spots available! Applications available for shift personnel, support positions, and administrative personnel.
Pick up an application today at Tamms Village Hall or Tamms Fire Station One, across from the water tower, on South Railroad Street, Tamms.
We know that we all have busy lives, so you can message us on Facebook or email us at [email protected] for more information.

Special Weather StatementSmall Hail and Cold Air Funnel Clouds Possible Through this Afternoon...Scattered showers and i...
05/02/2026

Special Weather Statement

Small Hail and Cold Air Funnel Clouds Possible Through this Afternoon...

Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are forecast through this afternoon, mainly near and east of the Mississippi River. Due to very cold temperatures just off the ground, some of the showers or thunderstorms could produce small hail and cold air funnel clouds.

Cold air funnels are due to very cool air aloft...warm moist air near the ground...and are usually in association with a strong area of low pressure in the upper levels of the atmosphere. Due to little or no wind shear...they are usually very brief and rarely reach the ground. If the funnels do reach the ground, minor wind damage is possible.

TORNADO WATCH 167 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 500 AM
04/28/2026

TORNADO WATCH 167 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 500 AM

TORNADO WATCH 162 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1100 PM
04/27/2026

TORNADO WATCH 162 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1100 PM

Address

190 Railroad Street
Tamms, IL
62988

Telephone

+16183066886

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