Enos/Cardinal Cove Volunteer Fire Department

10/16/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT – PLEASE USE CAUTION! 🚨

The Enos Cardinal Cove Volunteer Fire Department would like to make the community aware that traffic on Williams Farm Road and Belle Road is reduced to one lane due to a tree obstructing the roadway.

⚠️ Please slow down, use caution when traveling through the area, and be prepared for delays.

🚜 Marshall County is working to get the necessary equipment to the scene to remove the tree and clear the roadway.

Please remain alert, watch for other motorists and emergency personnel, and use an alternate route if possible.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as crews work to make the roadway safe!

Enos Cardinal Cove Volunteer Fire Department 🚒

10/14/2026

🚒🔥 FIRE PREVENTION WEEK 🔥🚒
Enos Cardinal Cove Volunteer Fire Department

Fire Prevention Week is a great time to take a few minutes to make sure your family and home are protected from fire. A few simple safety habits can help prevent fires and save lives!

🏠 FIRE PREVENTION TIPS FOR YOUR HOME

🔥 Cooking Safety
• Never leave cooking unattended.
• Keep towels, paper products, and other flammable items away from the stove.
• Keep children away from hot surfaces and cooking areas.

🚨 Smoke Alarms Save Lives
• Install smoke alarms on every level of your home and inside and outside sleeping areas.
• Test alarms monthly and replace batteries as needed.
• Replace smoke alarms according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

🔌 Electrical Safety
• Avoid overloading outlets and power strips.
• Replace frayed or damaged electrical cords.
• Keep space heaters away from furniture, bedding, curtains, and other flammable materials.

🕯️ Candle Safety
• Never leave burning candles unattended.
• Keep candles away from children, pets, and anything that can catch fire.
• Consider using flameless candles.

🔥 Heating and Fireplace Safety
• Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from heating equipment.
• Have heating systems and chimneys inspected and cleaned as recommended.
• Turn portable heaters off when leaving the room or going to bed.

🚭 Smoking Safety
• Never smoke in bed.
• Properly extinguish ci******es and smoking materials.
• Keep lighters and matches out of children’s reach.

🏃‍♀️ MAKE AN ESCAPE PLAN
• Create a home fire escape plan with two ways out of every room when possible.
• Choose an outdoor meeting place a safe distance from your home.
• Practice your escape plan with everyone in the household, including children.
• Remember: GET OUT, STAY OUT, AND CALL 911!

❤️ A FEW MINUTES OF PREPARATION CAN MAKE A LIFETIME OF DIFFERENCE.

Fire prevention starts with each of us. Take time this week to check your smoke alarms, review your family’s escape plan, and talk with your children about fire safety.

From all of us at Enos Cardinal Cove Volunteer Fire Department, please stay safe and help us keep our community protected! 🚒❤️

10/13/2026

10/13/2026

🎄🎁 CHRISTMAS FOR CHILDREN, TEENS, AND SENIORS IS ALMOST HERE! 🎁🎄

It’s hard to believe, but it’s almost time to start shopping for our Christmas for Children, Teens, and Seniors! ❤️🎅

As you begin shopping and looking for ways to give this Christmas, we ask that you please keep all three groups in mind. While younger children often get lots of love and attention, teens and seniors are often the most overlooked. Every child deserves to experience the magic of Christmas, but our teenagers and seniors deserve to feel remembered, loved, and appreciated, too. ❤️

If you’re planning to purchase gifts this year, please consider picking up something for a teen or senior along with a gift for one of our younger children. Even one small gift can make a difference and bring a smile to someone’s face!

🎁 NEED SOME GIFT IDEAS? HERE ARE A FEW!

🧸 CHILDREN

* Dolls, action figures, and stuffed animals
* LEGO sets and building toys
* Board games, puzzles, and card games
* Art supplies, coloring books, and craft kits
* Balls, outdoor toys, and sports equipment
* Books and educational toys
* Remote-control cars
* Bikes, scooters, and helmets
* Socks, hats, and gloves

🎧 TEENS

* Earbuds, headphones, and phone accessories
* Makeup, skincare, and beauty products
* Cologne, perfume, and body care sets
* Gaming accessories and video games
* Sports equipment and team merchandise
* Journals, art supplies, and hobby kits
* Backpacks, purses, and wallets
* Jewelry and trendy accessories
* Water bottles and tumblers
* Room decor, LED lights, and small decorative items
* Socks, hats, and gloves

❤️ SENIORS

* Warm blankets and throws
* Slippers and comfort items
* Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and snack baskets
* Lotion, body wash, and personal care baskets
* Puzzles, large-print books, and word search books
* Calendars, journals, and adult coloring books
* Flashlights, night-lights, and practical household items
* Pillows and lap blankets
* Holiday treats and special goodies
* Small items that bring comfort, joy, or make everyday life easier
* Socks, hats, and gloves

🎄 Remember, it’s not about how much you spend. It’s about showing someone that they matter. A simple gift, a little thoughtfulness, and a caring heart can make Christmas brighter for someone who might otherwise be forgotten.

Let’s come together as a community and make sure our children, teenagers, and seniors all have a reason to smile this Christmas. ❤️🎅

Thank you to everyone who gives, donates, shops, and supports our Christmas for Children program. Your kindness makes a difference, and we appreciate every single one of you!

🎁 LET’S MAKE THIS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL FOR ALL AGES! 🎁

Please share this post to help spread the word! ❤️🎄

10/10/2026

🚒 COMMUNITY AWARENESS NOTICE 🚒

Our fire department completed our annual fire hose testing today, and we will continue testing next Saturday!

Annual hose testing is an important part of making sure our equipment is in proper working condition and ready when our community needs us. You may see our firefighters out and about as we continue this important safety task.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and support as we work to keep our equipment ready to respond when every second counts!

❤️ Serving and protecting our community, one call at a time! 🚒

10/07/2026

📢 COMMUNITY AWARENESS NOTICE 📢

🚒 MONTHLY MEETING LOCATION CHANGE

Please be advised that our November 3rd monthly meeting will be held at the Cardinal Cove Station at 7:00 PM.

📍 Location: Cardinal Cove Station
📅 Date: November 3rd
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM

Due to the General Election, we are moving our meeting location for this month.

We appreciate everyone’s understanding and look forward to seeing you there!

🚒 Enos Cardinal Cove Volunteer Fire Department

10/07/2026

🚒 SEPTEMBER CALL SUMMARY 🚒

The Enos Cardinal Cove Volunteer Fire Department would like to share our September call activity with our community.

📊 September 2026 — 32 Calls

🚑 22 Medical Calls
🔥 2 Fire Calls
🛟 0 Search & Rescue Calls
🛠️ 8 Public Service Calls

📈 Year-to-Date Total: 301 Calls

At this time last year, our department had responded to 293 calls.

Every call represents neighbors helping neighbors, and we are grateful for the continued support of our community and the dedication of our volunteers. ❤️

We are proud to serve our community and will continue to answer the call whenever we are needed.

Thank you for supporting your local volunteer fire department! 🚒❤️

10/05/2026

🔥 BURN BAN LIFTED 🔥

The burn ban has officially been lifted in our area. However, we ask everyone to please continue to use extreme caution when burning.

🌬️ Check wind conditions before starting any burn.
🔥 Keep fires small and under control.
💧 Have water and proper tools readily available.
👀 Never leave a fire unattended.
🚫 Avoid burning on windy or especially dry days.

Even with recent rain, conditions can change quickly. If you burn, burn responsibly and make sure your fire is completely out before leaving the area.

Thank you for helping keep our community and our firefighters safe! ❤️🚒

— Enos Cardinal Cove Volunteer Fire Department

09/27/2026

🚨 COMMUNITY UPDATE — OAKVIEW 🚨

We are currently aware of a report of burning taking place on the beach at Oakview.

Our crew is currently on scene and awaiting the arrival of a deputy. We are working with law enforcement to address the situation appropriately.

🔥 REMINDER: Marshall County remains under a burn ban, and outdoor burning is prohibited while the ban is in effect.

Please do not approach or confront anyone involved. If you observe burning, please report it to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office at 580-795-2221, Option 1.

Thank you for helping us keep our community safe.