Quad Cities Fire Department

06/01/2026

We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the BBQ. You can preorder your butt (whole or chopped) to make sure we don’t sell out before you get your butt.

05/01/2026

04/15/2026

📢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This Fire Alert will remain in effect until rescinded by the State Forester, at least through Monday, April 20.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 www.forestry.alabama.gov

03/27/2026

The Alabama Forestry Commission URGING CAUTION AGAINST WILDFIRES

01/03/2026

UPDATE: roadway is clear

ATTENTION: Please use caution on Hwy 9. QCFD is currently working a multi-vehicle accident at 9 & Mandy Ln.

10/01/2025

📢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.

09/22/2025

Attention: Please avoid Iron City Road between Highway 9 and Field Road. QCFD crews are on scene working a downed power line.
9/21/2025 7pm

09/16/2025

Attention: We kindly ask all residents to refrain from burning anything outdoors at this time.
Due to very dry conditions, the risk of fires starting and spreading is extremely high.

Your cooperation helps keep our community safe. Thank you for doing your part!

— Quad Cities Fire Department

08/15/2025

Please keep this precious family in your thoughts and prayers, as they navigate life without “Mrs. Gail” She was one of the kindest people I’ve ever known in my life, and will definitely be missed by everyone that knew her. We will update with any arrangements here as we have them. Right now please, just remember them in your prayers.

06/16/2025

We will have fire members at the fire station on highway 9 Monday, June 16th from 9:00am - 11:00am & 4:00pm - 5:00pm for anyone that would like to purchase a whole chopped Boston butt. You can send me your name and I will write it on one to make sure you have one when you get there. The bags are $30 and weigh 4 pounds each.
Thanks!!