Magnet Cove Volunteer Fire Dept.

04/06/2026

As of 4/6/26, Hot Spring County is still under a Burn Ban. To keep up with wildfire danger & burn bans across the state visit:
https://share.google/vhesLO0WBTxzr939I

03/30/2026

Happy Monday, Magnet Cove!🧡🖤

If you hadn't heard yet, the Department of Emergency Management has a new emergency alert system.
Text "Alert" to 501-229-6656 or follow this link to sign up ⬇️
https://bit.ly/HSChyperreach

This new system sends alerts for different types of emergencies including:
▪️Floods & fires
▪️Boil order notices
▪️Criminal activity
▪️Public health & more!

Stay informed and protected.

03/30/2026

📸 3/29/26 This evening Magnet Cove firefighters & first responders assisted Life Net in a landing zone area in Butterfield for a medical emergency.

📌📋 3/29/26 02:46
MCFD was dispatched and responded to a structure fire on Military rd early this morning. We would like to thank Glen Rose Fire District, Turtle Creek Fire & Rescue, Morning Star Fire Department, and Rockport for their assistance.

03/26/2026

📌📋 3/25/26 12:25
MCFD responded to a Woods Fire just off Cooper rd in Malvern. Magnet Cove worked with many other depeartments across Hot Spring County and surrounding areas to contain and extinguish the fire that burned across several acres late into the afternoon. Firefighters were able to keep the fire away from homes in the area.

📌📋 3/24/26 15:22
MCFD responded to a Grass Fire along I-30 between 98-99mm westbound. Magnet Cove worked alongside other local departments to extinguish the fire.

03/25/2026

Effective 3/25/26 16:07
Burn ban has been issued for Hot Spring County.

03/21/2026

The entire state is currently at a moderate wildfire danger level, and with temperatures expected to climb well above normal this weekend, conditions could worsen. Even small sparks can lead to fast‑moving fires, so we’re asking all Arkansans to stay alert and use caution.

If you see smoke or an active fire, report it immediately by calling the Department’s dispatch line at 1‑800‑468‑8834 or contacting local authorities.

Conditions can change quickly. View current fire danger levels and burn ban information here: https://mip.agri.arkansas.gov/agtools/Forestry/Fire_Info

03/20/2026

03/19/2026

We are honored to have his experience as a member of our Volunteer Fire Department. Congratulations Captain Meeks on your 11 years at Bryant Fire Department!

We would like to take a moment to recognize Captain Taylor Meeks on the occasion of his 11 year anniversary with the Bryant Fire Department.

Captain Meeks grew up in Hot Springs, AR and graduated from Lakeside High School. When not at work he enjoys spending time with his wife and children, and working on old boats.

Congratulation on 11 years!

03/08/2026

International Women’s Day celebrates the impact women make across every field. In fire and life safety, their leadership, expertise, and dedication help drive our mission to protect lives and property.

Help us celebrate the women who have made an impact and continue to do so across the fire and life safety community.

02/24/2026

Arkansas will see elevated fire danger statewide on Tuesday due to low relative humidity, above-normal temperatures, and strong winds. We urge all Arkansans to avoid any outdoor burning. Even a small spark can quickly turn into a wildfire under these conditions.

The entire state is currently at a moderate wildfire risk, with several northern and northwestern counties at high risk.

Burn bans are in effect for: Benton, Boone, Carroll, Cleburne, Hempstead, Independence, Johnson, Lafayette, Madison, Searcy, Sharp, Van Buren, and White counties.

Conditions can change quickly. View current fire danger levels and burn ban information here:
https://mip.agri.arkansas.gov/agtools/Forestry/Fire_Info

02/24/2026

UPDATED 2/23/26 11:30AM: South Fourche Cove Unit burn near Jessieville, Ark. may now have smoke impacts in Hot Springs, Ark.

The Ouachita and Ozark-St. Francis National Forests will conduct multiple prescribed burns today, February 23, 2026.

OUACHITA NATIONAL FOREST
Burn Name: South Fourche Cove Unit 2
Acres: 1682
District: Jessieville/Winona/Fourche
Garland County near Jessieville, Ark.
SMOKE ALERT: Smoke will impact parts of Highway 7. There will be smoke signs in place. Smoke may be visible and impact the town of Hot Springs, Ark.

Burn Name: Vanderslice Unit 1,2,3,4
Acres: 2936
District: Jessieville/Winona/Fourche
Garland County near Avant, Ark.

Burn Name: Posey Hollow
Acres: 693
District: Mena/Oden
Polk County near Pine Ridge, Ark.
TRAIL CLOSURE ALERT: The Ouachita Trail will be closed from Mile Marker 83 to Mile Marker 86 and is expected to reopen today.

Burn Name: North Blue
Acres: 3099
District: Oklahoma
Leflore County near Hodgen, Okla.

Burn Name: Little Fir 7
Acres: 598
District: Caddo/Womble
Montgomery County near Mt Ida, Ark.

Burn Name: PCS Sugar Cree 4 & 5
Acres: 2,481
District: Poteau/Cold Springs
Scott County near Waldron, Ark.

OZARK-ST. FRANCIS NATIONAL FORESTS
Burn Name: Wolf Pen
Acres: 125
District: Pleasant Hill
Franklin County near Oark, Ark.

Burn Name: Redding
Acres: 325
District: Pleasant Hill
Franklin County near Cass, Ark.

Burn Name: Greenhaw
Acres: 1944
District: Big Piney
Newton County near Lurton, Ark.

Maps: https://usfs.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=b196b5958480421fa7b5ee2a6ce91d31

Smoke may be visible along nearby roads and towns. Please use caution if you encounter smoke on roads.

Prescribed fire reduces hazardous fuels, improves forest health, and supports habitat for native wildlife. Applying low-intensity fire under the right conditions also helps lower the risk of severe wildfires in the future.

Learn more about prescribed fire on the forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r08/ouachita/fire