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News
May 9, 2025
Henryetta FD responds to 100 calls in April

The Henryetta Fire Department had a busy month of emergency response activity in April, answering a total of 100 calls for service across a wide range of incident types. According to the department’s incident summary report, fire personnel were dispatched to medical assists, motor vehicle accidents, controlled burns, lock-outs and various other emergencies and service calls throughout the city.

The Henryetta Fire Department had a busy month of emergency response activity in April, answering a total of 100 calls for service across a wide range of incident types. According to the department’s incident summary report, fire personnel were dispatched to medical assists, motor vehicle accidents, controlled burns, lock-outs and various other emergencies and service calls throughout the city.

The most frequent type of call involved medical assistance, with 19 incidents (19%) classified as “Medical assist, assist EMS crew.” Close behind were 17 calls (17%) for lock-out incidents, where firefighters responded to help residents gain access to homes or vehicles.

In terms of fire-related responses, the department answered two general fire calls (2%), one building fire (1%) and one cooking fire confined to a container (1%). There were also three calls (3%) for unauthorized burning and 13 calls (13%) for authorized controlled burns, reflecting seasonal outdoor activities and burn permits.

Other notable calls in April included:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents: Three total - one with injuries and two with no injuries.

• Service Calls: Six general service calls, eight distress calls (such as lift assists or welfare checks) and one water problem.

• Public Service Assistance: Included helping other agencies and responding to public needs on three occasions.

• False Alarms and Cancellations: Three false alarms, three dispatch cancellations and one case where no incident was found on arrival.

The department also responded to one incident involving heat from a short circuit and another overpressure or explosion hazard, both requiring immediate safety measures.

Here is a detailed breakdown of all April incident types:

Incident Type Calls Medical Assist, Assist EMS Crew 19 Lock-Out 17 Authorized Controlled Burning 13 Person in Distress 8 Good Intent Call, Other 8 Service Call, Other 6 Unauthorized Burning 3 Public Service Assistance, Other 3 Dispatched & Canceled En Route 3 False Alarm or False Call, Other 3 Motor Vehicle Acciden 2 Fire, Other 2 Prescribed Fire 2 Building Fire 1 Cooking Fire 1 Overpressure Rupture/Explosion 1 Rescue/EMS, Other 1 Motor Vehicle Accident w/Injuries 1 Search for Person on Land 1 Heat from Short Circuit/Wiring 1 Water Problem, Other 1 Assist Police or Other Agency 1 Public Service 1 No Incident Found on Arrival 1 The Henryetta Fire Department continues to urge residents to use caution during fire season, respect burn bans and safety advisories and to never hesitate to call for help during an emergency.

For non-emergency questions or to inquire about burn permits, residents are encouraged to contact the Henryetta Fire Department directly.

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