Concerned with the lack of adequate
fire protection for the City of Haskell and surrounding areas,
the City Leaders formed the Haskell Fire Department in 1978.
The first fire truck purchased
was a 1949 Ford. Originally this truck was housed in the
carport of a Charter Member. This changed in 1979 when the
Mitchell Fire Station was completed. This truck was the
main apparatus for the department until 1984 when the City
purchased a new FMC pumper.
History
2006
A 2 bay substation was built on Grand Ave. This
station currently houses 1 engine and 1 brush truck. The original Mitchell
station, which contains 3 truck bays, was renovated into a training
facility.
1994
A Rescue department was started for the City and in 1997
this department was incorporated as a division of the fire department.
1995
A three bay addition was completed on the Mitchell Fire Station.
1999
Long time Chief Roy Carmen retired from the department with
21 years of service as chief of the department.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS & BENEFITS
Requirements:
Minimum 18 years of age (16 years of age for Cadet program)
Valid Arkansas Drivers License
Must live within the boundaries of the fire protection district
Benefits:
The opportunity to serve your community.
Workers compensation insurance will provide for your medical bills from an
injury incurred while training or participating in fire fighting or rescue
activities and LOPFI retirement program.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I contact the Haskell
Fire Department in case of an emergency?
Dial 911 for all emergencies!
What is your insurance
rating?
Currently the ISO classification
rating is a 5/9 for the Haskell Fire Department. This means that any homes
outside the city limits within 1000 feet of a fire hydrant are rated as a
class 5 and all other homes are rated as a class 9. All homes within the
city are also rated a class 5.
How much do I pay for fire
protection?
If you live within the city limits, fire protection is
provided at no cost. Areas outside of the city are required
to pay annual dues of $40.00.
What happens if I live
outside of the City and do not pay the annual membership
dues?
If there is a fire on your property you will be billed
for the services. The charges are:
Structure Fire or Hazmat Incident - $500/hour for each engine or tanker and $250/hour for service truck or rescue.
Vehicle Fire - $250/hour for engine
Brush and/or Grass Fire - $500/hour for each engine and/or tanker and $250/hour for each brush truck, se4rvice truck or rescue.
How do I obtain a copy
of an incident report?
Please contact the Haskell City Hall at (501) 776-2666
and the report will be available within 2 days.
LIST OF OFFICERS
| Chief |
Brian Cotten |
| Assistant Chief |
Alan Cabe |
| Training Officer |
Brad Cotten |
