Ground Search
The Eureka EMA, Eureka Fire District, Eureka Police, and Eureka Mounted Search & Rescue will present a ground search training seminar on May 15 & 17, 2008.
The course will teach CERT members how to work with a search group in conducting a large area ground search. Team members will learn the basics on setting up a grid search, how to work within teams for a search and things to look for during a search. The Eureka Fire District Mounted Search and Rescue team will be presenting this training program. The first part of the class will be Thursday evening, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm in a classroom presentation at Eureka Fire Station # 1, 4849 Highway 109. The second part of the training will be a live field training on Saturday, May 17, 2008, 0830 -1430, at Route 66 State Park. On day 2, CERT members will conduct a training in the field where the a training ground search in the park will be done. You must attend day 1 in order to attend day 2 of the training. This training will be done rain or shine. Advance registration is required and a class size is limited to 50 students.
This training is open to any and all CERT members in the St. Louis area. To register call Sheila Frost at 636-938-5505.
CERT Class Starts May 22nd
Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.) is made up of volunteers that have completed a course of study outlined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These volunteers would then help public safety organizations within the community if a disaster strikes. On-going training for the volunteers will also be offered to keep them prepared.
Eureka EMA, Eureka Fire District & Eureka Police Department and will present this training on the following dates:
- May 22, 2008, 7:00 – 10:00 pm, Eureka Fire District Station # 1
- May 29, 2008, 7:00 – 10:00 pm, Eureka Fire District Station # 1
- June 5, 2008, 7:00 – 10:00 pm, Eureka Fire District Training Center
- June 12, 2008, 7:00- 10:00 pm, Eureka Fire District Training Center
- June 14, 2008, 8:00 am– 5:00 pm, Eureka Fire District Training Center
Following a major disaster, first responders who provide fire and medical services may not be able to meet the demand for these services. Factors such as number of victims, communication failures, and road blockages can prevent people from accessing emergency services they have come to expect at a moment's notice through 911. People will have to rely on each other for help in order to meet their immediate life saving and life sustaining needs. This training will help those citizens and their neighbors to help themselves and neighborhood
The schedule has additional information as to time, locations, and class topics. To register call Eureka Police Department at 636-938-6600.
Highway W Damage
Highway W has been damaged by the recent flooding and a portion of the roadway has fallen into the Big River. MODOT is working on repairing the highway, but the road will still be closed for all traffic. Once we receive updates on the road condition, we will post that info here."
Basic HAM Radio Operator Class
A Basic HAM Radio Operator class will be offered at the Eureka Fire Protection District. This 15-hour introductory course on HAM radio operations will be coordinated by Keith Wilson K0ZH. The class will meet on five consecutive Monday evenings beginning June 9th and ending July 7th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. each night. There will be a limited amount of ARRL license manuals available for $20 each. There is no fee to attend except for the cost of the book. FCC volunteer examiners will administer the license test following the course for Technician class license. The course is made available courtesy of Eureka Fire Protection District, Eureka Police Department and Eureka CERT.
Advance registration is required. To register call the Eureka Police Department at 636-938-6600.
Class Dates & Locations
- June 9, 2008 6 – 9:00 pm Eureka Fire Station # 1, 4849 Highway 109
- June 16, 2008 6 – 9:00 pm Eureka Fire Station # 1, 4849 Highway 109
- June 23, 2008 6 - 9:00 pm Eureka Fire Training Center, 18765 Old Highway 66
- June 30, 2008 6 – 9:00 pm Eureka Fire Training Center, 18765 Old Highway 66
- July 7, 2008 6 - 9:00 pm Eureka Fire Training Center, 18765 Old Highway 66
To register call Eureka Police Department at 636-938-6600.
Extreme Youth Fire Conference
On June 7th and 8th, the Eureka Fire District is proud to host the Fourth Annual Extreme Youth Fire Conference. This year's annual activites based conference includes courses on swiftwater rescue, high angle rope rescue, and fire streams and hose practices. Participants must be 14-18 years old and affiliated with a fire protection agency. The informational flyer has schedules and a registration form.
Flooding around Eureka
Your Eureka firefighters have been quite busy this month assisting our community through the flooding from the Meramec River and the Big River. The Eureka Fire Protection District with assistance from many other regional and national agencies has removed many trapped people from their residences. Look for more photos to be added over the next several weeks. If you have photos you would like to share, please let our webmaster know via our contacts page.
Souvenir T-Shirts
The Eureka Firefighters Association has souvenir t-shirts for sale! They are available in adult sizes from small to XXX-large. The graphics on the back show 3 of our front-line trucks: 2412, 2424, and 2434. Shirts are $20.00 each. Come by Station 1 located at 4849 Highway 109 in Eureka to purchase them.
Media Relations Information
The Eureka Fire Protection District has a long-standing commitment to working in cooperation with media entities and personnel. We recognize that many of our responses and operations are considered to be newsworthy. We further recognize that media outlets have an obligation to provide timely and accurate information to their listeners, readers, and viewers. We strive to provide such information to reporters. See our Media Relations page for more information and contacts to our Public Information Officers (PIO).
Severe Weather Season
Severe weather can develop quickly in the St. Louis area. The Eureka Fire Protection District reminds you to keep an eye toward the weather. Conditions can change quickly. Check with local media outlets or with the National Weather Service in St. Louis for the latest weather information.
Open Burning
Smokey the Bear
During the spring months in the St. Louis Area, we have many days of high temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity. These factors and little recent rainfall can lead to dangerous grass and brush fires. Open burning is prohibited in the St. Louis region from April 15th to September 15th each year.
During the rest of the year, however, we do ask that Eureka Fire Protection District residents contact Engine House 1 at 636-938-5505 before burning any brush so we may know about it first. Eureka Fire Protection District does not issue burn or bonfire permits, but we may advise you not to burn at any particular time due to conditions.
For more information, you can download a hotsheet with safety tips and state and local regulatory rules on open burning.
EFPD Photo Gallery
Be sure to check out the Eureka Fire District Photo Gallery that is continually updated with the latest pictures. See your Eureka Firefighters on calls and during training. Check it out!
Eureka Fire Protection District
4849 Highway 109
P.O. Box 97
Eureka, MO 63025
