Old Union Volunteer Fire Department

08/31/2026

Heavy smoke has been reported in the Old Union area. It is coming from the Lawson fire which is contained and is being monitored. Of course, if you see flames or are still concerned, please don’t hesitate to call 911.
And please, no burning as we are still under a burn ban.

08/27/2026

Gov. Jeff Landry has ordered flags across Louisiana to be flown at half-staff Thursday in honor of country music legend Dolly Parton.

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

Thank you to whoever left the box of snacks at the station for the crews! It was a very kind and much appreciated gift!!!

08/25/2026

We haven’t received sufficient rainfall. Please no burning until further notice.

08/23/2026

Thank you to our communities for coming together and helping keep this thing at bay!
We couldn’t have done it without y’all!
We ❤️ you too!

08/23/2026

Reminder that Union County is under a burn ban, even though we have gotten rain overnight we are still under drought conditions. Anyone burning will be cited to court for illegal burning and face up to a $2500.00 fine. This does not stop the use of grills, but fire pits and burn barrels are not allowed.

08/21/2026

Arkansans can now track where wildfires are burning and how the state is responding in real time. The Department has launched a new active wildfire dashboard that shows current and year‑to‑date wildfire totals, acreage impacted, and details for each incident, including locationand acreage.

As you use the dashboard to stay informed, please remember these important safety guidelines:

• Never approach or investigate a wildfire. Rapidly changing conditions such as intense smoke, heat, falling debris, and unpredictable winds make areas around active fires extremely dangerous.
• Do not fly drones near wildfires. Unauthorized drones ground firefighting aircraft, slow response, distract crews, and create serious airspace hazards.
• Follow all instructions from fire authorities and only enter affected areas once officials confirm it is safe.
• Report wildfires immediately to Forestry Dispatch at 1‑800‑468‑8834.

View the dashboard: https://nifc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/34991c7fefb64ad7a89cb3905d1c6398 #