High SpringsFD

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT 10AM-9PM TODAY JULY 21st. Heat index values as high as 111* are possible. Please: - Limit time outdoors - Stay hydrated, by drinking plenty of water - Wear light colored, loose fitting clothing - NEVER leave a child or animal in a vehicle

Check your grill for damage, ensure connections and hoses are tight and sealed, and always clean your grill after each use to prevent grease buildup that could start a fire. #FireSafetyTips

High Springs Firefighters Battle Saturday Evening Blaze. Read more here: highsprings.gov/publicinfo/pag…

The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH until 1AM for Alachua, Columbia, and several other north Florida counties. Remember the difference between a WATCH and a WARNING.

"Just a minute" is too long for a dog in a hot car!

AAA’s Tow to Go program is active now, through 6AM Tuesday. If you are not in a condition to drive, call (855)2-TOW-2-GO (855-286-9246.) When you call AAA dispatches a tow truck to transport the would-be impaired driver & vehicle to a safe location within 10 miles. Free service

The 2023 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday starts this Saturday (May 27) and runs through June 9th. Pick up some of those items that are missing from your disaster preparedness list! (Don't forget about supplies for your pets) FloridaRevenue.com/DisasterPrep for all eligible items

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING A severe thunderstorm wx is in effect for parts of Alachua County until at least 5:15pm. Monitor weather conditions closely and take necessary protective actions to keep yourself safe. Visit weather.gov/jax for the latest weather information

The ATF #NationalResponseTeam deployed to High Springs, FL, to assist in investigating an explosion at Air Liquide Advanced Materials on May 4 that injured four people. This is the 13th NRT activation this fiscal year. atf.gov/news/pr/atf%E2… @ATF_Tampa @ATF_NCETR

All lanes on US-441 at NW 202nd Street have been re-opened.

All lanes have been re-opened.

TRAFFIC ALERT | 5/8 6:20AM @HighSpringsFD and High Springs Police Department are on-scene of a two vehicle accident blocking SOUTHbound (towards Alachua) lanes. Please seek an alternate route.

5/4/23 1:37PM High Springs Main Street is now OPEN between NW 182 Ave & NW 174 Ave.

**5/4/23 1PM UPDATE** Crews continue to operate in the area of Air Liquide. Main Street remains CLOSED between NW 182 Ave & NW 174 Ave. There is NO danger to the public at this time. The road is closed for the safety of the personnel working this multi-agency incident.

High Springs Main Street is CLOSED between NW 182nd Avenue and NW 174th Avenue due to an ongoing incident on Main Street. More details to come. Please seek an alternate route.

TORNADO WATCH IN EFFECT FOR ALACHUA AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES UNTIL 10PM A tornado watch means conditions for tornado development are favorable... Monitor your local weather conditions closely and take protective actions if necessary For the info visit weather.gov/jax

The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH for Alachua County until 9:00PM tonight.

STRUCTURE FIRE | NW 240th Street & NW 187th Road | 4/19 8:16PM Firefighters are on-scene of a reported fire in the attic. Fire is out at this time. Crews are checking for extension. No injuries are reported.

Your @HighSpringsFD graciously accepted the donation of an MSA Altair 4X Gas Detector, courtesy of @airliquidegroup. This kit is valued at over $3,000. Multi-gas detectors test equipment, facilities, and confined spaces for leaking gas that could be harmful or toxic.