2025 Fireworks Regulations for the City of Lee’s Summit
2025 Fireworks Regulations for the City of Lee’s Summit
As you prepare for Fourth of July celebrations, prioritizing safety is essential. If you plan to use fireworks, do so responsibly and adhere to local regulations and safety guidelines. It's important to note that all firework-related incidents are preventable. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 14,700 people were injured by fireworks last year, marking a 52% increase from the previous year. Just because something is legal doesn’t mean...
Afternoon Structure Fire
Afternoon Structure Fire
On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 3:39 p.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 1200 block of SW Surrey Trace after a neighbor reported seeing black smoke coming from the eaves of a house. It was unclear whether anyone was inside.
Firefighters arrived to find smoke visible from a window on the back of the two-story, single-family residence.
Crews entered the smoke-filled home and discovered a fire in the kitchen that...
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...