Fire Department News

On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 3:43 p.m., the Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 400 block of NW Moore Street. The occupant of a detached garage next to a single-family home called 911 to report the blaze. When firefighters arrived, they found the two-bay garage fully involved in fire, threatening the nearby home. The occupant and their dog were safe outside. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire, preventing it from spreading to the adjacent house. The incident was reported under control by 3:59 p.m. The fire caused extensive damage to the garage and its contents, while the nearby home sustained only minor damage to its siding. The occupant was grinding in the garage when sparks ignited nearby combustibles. Their attempt to extinguish the fire was unsuccessful, leading them to call emergency services.

The Lee's Summit Fire Department responded to a structure fire early Sunday morning in the 400 block of 10th Avenue Circle North in Greenwood, Missouri. A neighbor reported the blaze around 1:15 a.m., indicating that the house was heavily involved in flames. Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and fire coming from the single-story, split-level home. Fortunately, the occupants had been alerted by smoke alarms and were safely outside when emergency crews arrived. Initially, firefighters employed a defensive strategy to combat the fire in the garage and the front of the residence. They later transitioned to an interior attack to complete the extinguishment. The fire was brought under control by 2:07 a.m. The house sustained extensive fire and smoke damage, with the heaviest damage to the garage and bedrooms above it. The Missouri State Fire Marshal’s office is...

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 it’s safe; the misuse of even small fireworks can lead to severe injuries and fires. In the City of Lee's Summit, residents with a 2025 fireworks permit may discharge approved fireworks on July 3 and 5 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., and on July 4 from 10 a.m. to midnight. The days for legal discharge have been adjusted this year due to the holiday falling on a weekend. Fireworks permits are free and can be obtained at...

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 had spread through the ceiling into a second-floor bedroom. As firefighters battled the blaze, they confirmed that the house was unoccupied. The homeowner arrived later during the incident. Fire officials declared the fire under control at 4:18 p.m. The fire caused heavy damage to the kitchen and part of the second-floor bedroom, with smoke and heat damage affecting the remainder of both floors. The fire is believed...

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 will be eligible to enter a prize drawing! We hope to see you there!