150th Anniversary Open House at Station 2
150th Anniversary Open House at Station 2
Thank you to everyone who attended the Open House at Station 3! If you missed it, we invite you to join us on May 17 from 9 a.m. to noon for an Open House at Fire Station No. 2., 2000 NE Rice Road. During this event, you'll have the opportunity to tour the station, meet our firefighters, and learn more about how we serve the community. Remember to get your fire department passport stamped during your visit. If you attend all of the Anniversary Open Houses, you...
Fire Damages Home
Fire Damages Home
The Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 1300 block of Southeast Princeton Place on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 10:15 a.m.
The resident noticed smoke in an upstairs bedroom after extinguishing a fire in the downstairs fireplace. A further investigation outside revealed that the enclosed chimney was on fire above the roof. All occupants of the house were safely evacuated.
When firefighters arrived, flames were visible from the...
Phone Service Problems
Phone Service Problems
UPDATE: Service to all emergency and non-emergency phone numbers has been restored. Thank you for your patience.
The emergency phone line, 816.969.7360, is currently down and giving a busy signal due to issues affecting a large block of numbers. In the meantime, if you need police, fire, or medical assistance in Lee's Summit, Missouri, please call 911.
Another option for non-emergency assistance is 816.969.1300, available until 5 p.m. Monday through...
Make a Lifesaving Change This Weekend
Make a Lifesaving Change This Weekend
Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 9, at 2 a.m. Remember to set your clocks forward and take the time to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Also, check the date on your smoke alarms to ensure they are no more than 10 years old and replace them if necessary.
Apartment Building Damaged by Fire
Apartment Building Damaged by Fire
LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. — The Lee’s Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire at the Strasbourg Apartments, located at 3 NW O'Brien Road, on Monday, January 27, 2025, at 6:33 p.m.
A resident reported smoke filling their ground-floor apartment but no visible flames. A neighboring occupant noted a "pop" sound and the power going out before smelling smoke. The callers evacuated the building.
When firefighters arrived, nothing...