At approx. 2:43pm, Ward Six Fire Protection District No. One was dispatched as automatic aid with DeQuincy Volunteer Fire Department for a residential structure fire on South Front street in DeQuincy.

Upon arrival of the first due units, heavy smoke was coming from the rear of the structure. Firefighters utilized a transitional fire attack to reset the fire and made entry. The fire was confined ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 8:07pm, Ward 6 Fire responded to a report of an 18 Wheeler blocking traffic with the trailer flipped on Dunn Ferry Rd.

Upon arrival fire department closed the road while heavy equipment was used to remove wooden mats from the trailer. The trailer was uprighted and the road reopened by 9:45pm.

The trucking company will be returning to load the wooden mats on a new trailer ... (Full Story & Photos)

Building fire - 4
Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire - 5
Outside rubbish fire, other - 1
Emergency medical service incident, other - 1
Motor vehicle accident with injuries - 1
Motor vehicle accident with no injuries - 3
Arcing, shorted electrical equipment - 1
Public service - 2
Cover assignment, standby, move up -1
Dispatched & canceled enroute - 2
Alarm system sounded due to malfunction - 1

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One , and Beauregard Parish Fire District 2 joined together to conduct training tonight at the Calcasieu Emergency Response Training Center.

The dedicated volunteers from the departments practiced their skills at using ropes to raise and lower equipment on multi story buildings. Utilizing proper knots and being proficient on the fire ground are valuable skills each firefighter needs to know when ... (Full Story & Photos)

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At 7:46am, DeQuincy Volunteer Fire Department, Ward 6 Fire Prot. Dist. 1 and HOUSTON RIVER FIRE DEPARTMENT responded to a reported structure fire in the 900 blk of Smith St.

Upon arrival of DQ Engine 19, fire and smoke was observed venting from the front window. Firefighters conducted a transitional fire attack and contained the fire to the room of origin. There was smoke damage throughout the ... (Full Story & Photos)

The first voice you hear when chaos happens is that of a trained and professional emergency telecommunicator.

Calcasieu Parish E911 dispatchers are the best at what they do and are the lifeline that changes someone's life forever on a daily basis. Take a moment this week to remember and thank the people that are the tip of the spear for our emergency response system.... (Full Story & Photos)

Ward 6 Fire had a busy March responding to 47 calls for service. The dedicated volunteers and staff continue to serve the community with pride, teamwork, and excellence. The March 2025 emergency response report includes the following calls:
Structure Fire – 3
Grass, Brush, Woods Fire -12
Motor Vehicle Crash – 6
Outside Rubbish/Trash Fire – 3
Hazardous Condition – 3
Controlled Burn – 3
Oil Tank Fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

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At 3:19pm, Ward Six Fire Protection District No. One responded to a reported travel trailer on fire on Lucia's Marcantel Rd. Upon arrival of Command Unit 901, the travel trailer was fully involved with fire and the fire had spread to a pickup truck which was also heavily involved with fire.

DeQuincy Volunteer Fire Department and HOUSTON RIVER FIRE DEPARTMENT responded as automatic aid.

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Firefighters from Ward Six Fire Protection District No. One completed the Emergency Medical Responder Certification after completing more than 40 hours of training .

The EMR certification provides each of the firefighters with knowledge to assist fellow firefighters and the citizens of our community should a medical emergency occur.

Those completing the certificate are FF Jeff Newby, Explorer ... (Full Story & Photos)