03/21/2026
🚨 Structure Fire Response – March 21 🚨
At 5:20 AM this morning, crews were dispatched to Fire Station 1 (5423 Route AA), which serves as headquarters for the Russellville/Lohman Fire District.
Personnel arrived within 5 minutes to find heavy smoke and flames coming from a brush truck inside one of the bays. Due to conditions, apparatus inside the station were not immediately accessible.
An aggressive interior fire attack was initiated, and the fire was brought under control within approximately 15 minutes.
Automatic aid was provided by Cole County Fire. We appreciate their quick response and assistance on scene.
This station houses multiple apparatus, including engines, tankers, and brush units, along with training and administrative areas. All equipment will be thoroughly inspected to ensure it is safe for continued service.
All of the apparatus will be thoroughly inspected before being used.
Units on Scene:�Russellville/Lohman – 1 Pumper, 1 Tanker, 8 personnel�Cole County Fire Protection District – 2 Engines, 2 Tankers, 15 personnel
Regional West Fire Protection District - 1 Engine, 3 personnel
Other agencies assisting - Cole County EMS, Cole County Sheriff Department
No injuries were reported.
Due to the current situation, automatic aid is in place from surrounding fire departments to help cover the district with emergency calls.
Thank you to all personnel for their rapid response and teamwork.
We would also like to thank the Russellville Lohman Auxiliary and the outpouring of support from the community.