Division of Fire Safety News Releases

Thanksgiving begins period of higher fire risk as more friends, relatives gather to celebrate the holidays this year
State Fire Marshal urges Missourians to put safety first as they cook, decorate and gather again for more family reunions and holiday parties in 2021
November 22, 2021
End of daylight saving time is a chance to plan for fire safety during fall and winter months ahead
State fire marshal urges Missourians to test smoke alarms, review family fire escape plans, reassess home heating safety and fire prevention measures
November 01, 2021
2 memorial services this weekend will honor Missouri’s fallen firefighters
Governor Parson has proclaimed Sunday, Oct. 10, as Missouri Fire Service Memorial Day
October 07, 2021
Governor Parson Orders Capitol Dome Lighted Red in Honor of Fallen Firefighters
Governor Mike Parson has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome lighted red beginning at sunset on Saturday, October 2, 2021, until sunrise on Sunday, October 3, 2021, in honor of fallen firefighters.
October 01, 2021
Advisory: Climbers to participate Saturday in fifth annual State Fire Marshal 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to support fallen first responder families
Goal is to raise $25,000 for Supporting Heroes, which supports fire, EMS and law enforcement survivors, and the Missouri Fire Fighters Memorial
September 09, 2021
Division of Fire Safety approves reopening of Branson Coaster amusement ride
July 09, 2021
State Fire Marshal urges caution for those who use consumer fireworks for July 4th celebrations
Fireworks sales at seasonal retailers are legal in Missouri from June 20 to July 10
June 17, 2021
Marshfield Kosan Crisplant fire determined to be accidental
May 20, 2021
Change smoke alarm batteries when ‘springing’ clocks ahead on March 14, state fire marshal recommends
Fire Marshal Tim Bean also recommends Missourians practice their family escape plan regularly
March 11, 2021