Downtown Outdoor Voice Message Warning Siren Test on Friday, May 27
Downtown Outdoor Voice Message Warning Siren Test on Friday, May 27
The Lee's Summit Fire Department will be testing the voice messaging capability of a new Outdoor Warning Siren behind Fire Headquarters on Friday, May 27, 2022, around Noon. The new siren provides coverage for the downtown area and is capable of live and prerecorded voice messages in addition to the traditional storm siren.
Solar Panels Involved in Roof Fire
Solar Panels Involved in Roof Fire
On Thursday, April 28, 2022, at 4:51 p.m., the Lee’s Summit Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 4300 Block of NE Walnut Ridge. An occupant in the house reported smoke coming from the roof and attic.
When the fire department arrived, light smoke was visible from the attic and roof of a two-story, single-family residence. All of the occupants were safe outside.
The fire involved solar panels on the roof near the peak and had spread...
Set Your Clocks Forward and Check Your Smoke Alarms
Set Your Clocks Forward and Check Your Smoke Alarms
Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 13 at 2 a.m. Set your clocks forward, and take the time to change the batteries in your smoke alarms. Smoke alarms have a lifespan of 10 years. So check the date on your alarms, and replace them if they are getting close or are over ten years old. Smoke alarms save lives, but only if they work!
Severe Weather Preparedness Week starts Monday, March 7.
Severe Weather Preparedness Week starts Monday, March 7.
It's essential to be ready for all types of weather, and in Missouri, that can change by the hour. So this week, take the time to think about and plan how you will receive emergency information and respond if severe weather strikes. The Lee's Summit Fire Department will participate in the Statewide Tornado Drill on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. Locally the Lee's Summit Fire Department will activate the outdoor storm warning sirens, announce the...
Fire Heavily Damages Lee’s Summit Home
Fire Heavily Damages Lee’s Summit Home
On Friday, December 31, 2021, at 10:28 a.m., the Lee’s Summit Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 500 Block of NE Lynn Street. Multiple callers reported a heavily involved house fire.
When the fire department arrived, heavy smoke and fire was coming from a one-story, single-family residence. The occupants were outside. They advised there was propane and fireworks in the house.
Crews initiated a defensive attack on the fire from...