Official Twitter Account of the Southern Platte Fire Protection District. Fire Department in Southern Platte County, Missouri. For Emergencies, Dial 911.
The Southern Platte Fire Protection District wishes everyone a fun and safe Memorial Day today, while we remember the sacrifice made in service to our country. We also would like to thank the group who took the time to honor those we have lost.
Today members of the @SPFPD Honor guard had the privilege of presenting the colors for the @CityofParkville America’s 250th Celebration and Ribbon Cutting event. #America250
The Southern Platte Fire Protection District sends our condolences to the Lenexa Fire Department as they face the tragedy of losing one of their own.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and colleagues affected by this tragedy.
In April of 1991, the SPFPD Communications center at Station #1 in downtown Parkville was moved to Station #3 at 10811 NW 45 Hwy. The full-time communications center was staffed by paid personnel and handled emergency dispatching for the district
On April 13th, 1999: BNSF train derailed in downtown Parkville, piling 26 train cars in one city block. It is estimated that approximately 3,000 tons of coal buried downtown Parkville. Thankfully, no injuries or deaths were reported.
Firefighters Wood, Reiter and Stringfield started their careers this week with @SPFPD. Over the next few weeks they will be going through a new recruit academy learning how to operate within our organization.
An inspiring start to 2026! Proud to share this photo of our firefighters at their pinning ceremony. Not everyone was able to attend, but we captured the moment anyway - because you should always take the shot.
#FocusedontheFuture
Thank you to the families and friends that came yesterday evening to celebrate the @SPFPD 2026 Pinning and Recognition Ceremony. Congratulations once again to everyone that was honored.
Christmas came early today for this special family. Santa asked for a little help and the @SPFPD Firefighters Association stepped up to shop and deliver. Merry Christmas!