UNBELIEVABLE 17 Fire Incidents Responded to Fast in Heber Springs

Summary

The Heber Springs Fire Department reported responding to 163 calls in January 2026, demonstrating strong commitment to community service. Call types included 17 fire-related incidents, 8 motor vehicle accidents, 128 medical emergencies, and 10 other services. The department achieved an average response time of 5:34 minutes and a dispatch-to-enroute time of 34 seconds, reflecting efficient operations.

Key Points

  • Total calls for service in January 2026: 163

  • Breakdown: 17 fire & fire-related, 8 motor vehicle accidents, 128 medical, 10 other

  • Average response time: 5:34 minutes

  • Average dispatch to enroute: 34 seconds

  • Department operates 24/7 with a mostly volunteer structure including 3 stations and 29 paid-per-call firefighters