Central Fire Department

05/25/2026

05/17/2026

Very large grass/field fire. Excellent job from our team. Special thanks to Trumann Fire, Southridge and Harrisburg FD.

04/17/2026

FREE DUMP DAY

Poinsett County residents will be allowed to dump free of charge in the Landfill dumpsters from 7:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The Landfill is located at 704 East Street in Harrisburg.

The landfill dumpsters cannot accept hazardous waste. Materials that CANNOT be accepted are: oil, chemicals, asbestos and paint cans that have wet paint in them.

Tires and batteries will be accepted. Notify staff if bringing batteries so they can keep them separated.

In case of inclement weather on April 18th, the event will be rescheduled for April 25th.

Call the shop if you need more information 870-578-4470.

04/16/2026

Community alert, this message is a scam if you receive it. The Poinsett County Sheriff's office is informed about this. I have received this message from 2603423943 number.

04/14/2026

A burn ban is currently in effect for residents of Craighead County. At this time, Poinsett County is not included in this restriction.

04/11/2026

Notice to the community: open burning is currently permitted, but extreme caution is strongly advised. Several counties have already reinstated burn bans, emphasizing the need for vigilance in ensuring public safety. If you have any inquiries or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Chief Donald Chaudoin 870-227-2051.

04/06/2026

While several Northeast Arkansas counties lifted their burn bans following a soggy Saturday, the state still remains at a moderate risk of wildfire.

04/06/2026

Notice is hereby given that the burn ban in Poinsett County has been lifted. Despite recent significant rainfall, it is essential to note that windy conditions can rapidly dry vegetation, necessitating continued caution with open burning. Thank you, Chief Donald Chaudoin.