Thank you for taking time to review our newsletter, \”The Cannon\”. As we honor the historical significance of the Battlefield, a Cannon symbolizes the struggles of our forefathers in shaping society, of which the freedoms we enjoy and protect today. As public servants to tour community, our mission of \”We Serve\” is built upon the […]
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[video_sc site=\”youtube\” id=\”RlpeBUcYaEA\” w=\”100%\” h=\”360\” ] BATTLEFIELD, Mo. — People across the Ozarks are cleaning up mother nature\’s mess left behind in overnight storms. Residents on Shawnee Street couldn\’t believe what they saw this morning when they woke to find part of their roofs destroyed. For Shawn Gott, his trampoline was found wrapped around a
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[video_sc site=\”youtube\” id=\”rFbpWpqA328\” w=\”100%\” h=\”360\” ] BATTLEFIELD, Mo- Multiple crews worked to put out a house fire just inside the Battlefield city limits this afternoon. Springfield and Battlefield fire crews arrived to find the house on fire and high smoke pouring out. Officials say no one was inside but the house is significantly damaged. Early
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[video_sc site=\”youtube\” id=\”kPUTH5LCL2k\” w=\”100%\” h=\”360\” ] It\’s is a typical day at the office for Captain Grant Peters with Logan-Rogersville Fire Protection District. Prepping equipment for the next call. He and Conner Cooper, a firefighter with Battlefield Fire Protection District are winding down after 3 weeks of fighting wildfires similar to ones in California. \”
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[video_sc site=\”youtube\” id=\”8yVwuD4aNP4\” w=\”100%\” h=\”360\” ] July weekend is packed with fire hazards, from fireworks to grills to bonfires. In 2013, over 11,000 Americans were hospitalized for firework-related injuries. The Battlefield Fire Protection District says they respond to many calls for accidents caused by fireworks, mostly to the hands, eyes or face. If you are
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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – A man was burned over the right side of his body in a shed fire at a church just south of Springfield late Thursday morning. Battlefield Fire Department deputy chief Dennis Reynolds says the storage building behind Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church on Golden Avenue (Farm Road 135) south of Republic Road
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Reminder: This evening will be our ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for the new \”Williams Station\” Station 3 on Beechwood and the newest apparatus \”Pumper 9733\”. We hope you will join us tomorrow at 6 PM. Come see the new station and truck and meet the personnel.
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[button title=\”Register Online\” url=\”https://www.regonline.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventId=1206499\” size=\”l\” bg_color=\”#ff0000\” text_color=\”#ffffff\” target=\”_blank\” url=https://www.regonline.com/Register/Checkin.aspx?EventId=1206499]Register Online[/button] The 9-11 Memorial Stair Climbs are not timed race events, but a way for firefighters and members of the community to honor and remember the FDNY firefighters who selflessly gave their lives so that others might live. Each participant pays tribute to a FDNY firefighter
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Firefighter Resident (UPDATED April 17, 2012)
The Battlefield Fire Protection District is accepting applications for fire fighter residents at Battlefield Fire Station 2 located on East Evans Road just south of Springfield Lake. Don\’t miss the opportunity to live in a fire station and become one of Battlefield\’s Bravest! Requirements for residents are Firefighter I & II and First Responder. Contact 417-881-9018 or email info@battlefieldfire.com for an application and more information. Application Deadline is open until filled.
Chaplain
The Battlefield Fire Protection District is currently seeking applications to fill the position of Fire Department Chaplain. This will be a volunteer position to meet the needs of the District and its citizens. Applicants should be an ordained minister with ecclesiastical endorsement. The Fire Department Chaplain will be expected to assist the employees of the Battlefield Fire Protection District and the citizens we serve with grief counseling, Critical Incident Stress Management, and religious support as needed. Interested applicants can contact the Battlefield Fire Protection District Headquarters at 4117 West 2nd. Street, Battlefield, Missouri, to complete an application and submit a resume or curriculum vitae for consideration. Contact 417-881-9018 or email info@battlefieldfire.com for an application and more information. Position is open until filled.
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At age 50 you’ve worked for years to enjoy the freedom and experiences life has to offer. At age 65 you’ve become a mover and shaker—meeting new people, traveling, spending time with the grandchildren and learning new hobbies. Don’t let your years of memories and your life today go up in flames.
As you age, your risk of death from fire increases significantly. Practice safe smoking, safe cooking, and safe heating in your home. With a little fire safety know-how and this website http://www.usfa.fema.gov/campaigns/50plus/index.shtm, you can help save lives from unintentional fires, including your own.
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