• 207 W. Stan Harriman, Strafford, MO 65757
  • Duty Hours - Monday-Friday: 8:00 to 5:00
Proposition Fire April 5th 2022
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The Department is on track to run about 1,800 calls for the 2026 year with that number growing every year.

The Strafford Rural Fire Department was organized in 1957. After 30 years as a dues paying volunteer department, voters of the community approved the rural department becoming a protection district in 1987. The change eliminated annual dues as all property owners would pay for the protection through their personal property and real estate taxes.
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(417) 736-3679​
We are always looking for people who want to join a career department and we offer plenty of room to grow.

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This Fire Protection District offers a ton of growth and experience when it comes to running different rigs for different types of calls. There is no shortness of excitement!! Come work for us and grow and train in the Brotherhood of the Fire Department!!

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Safety Recommendations for General Grill Use

  • Always make sure ​that the grill is used in a safe place, where kids and pets won't touch or bump into it. Keep in mind that the grill will still be hot after you finish cooking, and anyone coming into contact with it could be burned.
  • If you use a grill lighter, make sure you don't leave it lying around where children can reach it. They will quickly learn how to use it.
  • Never leave the grill unattended, as this is generally when accidents happen.
  • Keep a fire extinguisher or garden hose nearby.
  • Ensure that the grill is completely cooled before moving it or placing it back in storage.
  • Ensure that the grill is only used on a flat surface that cannot burn, and well away from any shed, trees or shrubs.
  • Clean out the grease and other debris in the grill periodically. Be sure to look for rust or other signs of deterioration.
  • Don't wear loose clothing that might catch fire while you're cooking.
  • Use long-handled barbecue tools and flame-resistant oven mitts.
  • Keep alcoholic beverages away from the grill; they are flammable!

Facts & figures

  • In 2007-2011, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 8,800 home and outside fires. These 8,800 fires caused an annual average of 10 civilian deaths, 140 civilian injuries and $96 million in direct property damage.
  • More than one-quarter (27%) of the home structure fires involving grills started on a courtyard, terrace or patio, 29% started on an exterior balcony or open porch, and 6% started in the kitchen.
  • In almost half (43%) of the home outdoor fires in which grills were involved, half (51%) of the outside gas grills, and 29% of gas grill structure fires, the fire started when a flammable or combustible gas or liquid caught fire.​

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The Strafford Rural Fire Department was organized in 1957. After 30 years as a dues paying volunteer department, voters of the community approved the rural department becoming a protection district in 1987.
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Strafford Fire Protection District
207 W. Stan Harriman
Strafford, MO 65757
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