Reservoir Fire Department

June 29, 2011 - For residents with homes on Pearl River Valley Water Supply District (PRVWSD) property, burning of leaves, limbs and any other debris is prohibited. Only fires with prepared fuels such as charcoal or wood in contained grills for cooking and fires to provide heat with spark protection are allowed. Refer to Sections 3.6.8 and 3.6.9 of the PRVWSD Regulations found HERE for further information. (Adobe Reader required to view) For all other properties, please refer to your neighborhood covenants or Homeowners Association bylaws for burning policies.

RECRUIT CLASS 130 GRADUATE

May 26, 2011 - The Combat Division of Reservoir Fire Department would like to congratulate Quincy Burton, our newest graduate from the Mississippi State Fire Academy's basic firefighter course. This course certifies each recruit at the Firefighter I & II level in accordance with NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications. During the intense six weeks of training, each recruit received instruction in areas such as fire behavior, fire suppression, rescue, forcible entry, ventilation, hazardous material response, and firefighter safety.

During the six week course, Firefighter Burton was elected by his peers as Class Captain of Recruit Class 130. As Class Captain, Burton was responsible for command, leadership and organization of Class 130, as well as serving as the liaison between the recruits and the instructors.

ANNUAL HYDRANT TESTING TO BEGIN

April 18, 2011 - The Reservoir Fire Department will begin its annual hydrant testing today. This testing process is required by the Mississippi State Rating Bureau in order for the Reservoir Fire Department to maintain its current fire rating. Also, this process will ensure that the hydrant and water system is functioning properly and it is providing an adequate water supply in case of a fire.

The areas along Spillway Road, Old Fannin Road, Hugh Ward Boulevard and Grants Ferry Road will be conducted first, followed by the Castlewoods area, and concluding in the Northshore area to include Northshore Parkway, Bay Pointe, Palisades and Marblehead.

Testing will take place Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Each hydrant will be opened and flowed for approximately five seconds. With just over 900 hydrants to test, the testing process will take at least three to four weeks to complete.

During this process, the water from faucets or washing machines may become slightly discolored. This discoloration poses no health hazards and can be alleviated by running the faucets for a few seconds or running an empty cycle through your washing machine. Once the faucet has been turned on for a few seconds, water clarity should return.

CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS AND BATTERIES

March 12, 2011 - Remember tonight starts Daylight Saving Time, so be sure to set your clocks ahead one hour at 2 a.m. Also, this is a great time to change the batteries in your smoke detectors and CO detectors. Can you remember how long the current batteries have been in the detector? Go ahead and change them today, this small task just might save your life!

RECRUIT CLASS 127 GRADUATES

February 17, 2011- The Combat Division of Reservoir Fire Department would like to congratulate our newest graduates from the Mississippi State Fire Academy's basic firefighter course. This course certifies each recruit at the Firefighter I & II level in accordance with NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications. During the intense six weeks of training, each recruit received instruction in areas such as fire behavior, fire suppression, rescue, forcible entry, ventilation, hazardous material response, and firefighter safety. Graduating from Recruit Class 127 is Adam Kitchens, Angelo Sterling Jr., and Dale Tate.

SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY

August 18, 2010- The Volunteer Division of Reservoir Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Volunteer Firefighter. Visit the Employment section of the website for the appropriate applications, as well as requirements and other pertinent information.

A Firefighter's Prayer

When I am called to duty, God, whenever flames may rage;
Give me strength to save a life, whatever be its age.
Help me embrace a little child before it is too late
Or save an older person from the horror of that fate.
Enable me to be alert and hear the weakest shout,
And quickly and efficiently to put the fire out.
I want to fill my calling and to give the best in me,
To guard my every neighbor and protect his property.
And if, according to my fate, I am to lose my life;
Please bless with your protecting hand,

My children and my wife.

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