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***The Redings Mill Fire Protection District Contact Us Form is for general inquiries only. This form is not monitored 24/7. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911.

Hours of Operation

Redings Mill Fire Protection District provides emergency response 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For general questions and non-emergency assistance, please contact the District directly.

Emergency Response: 24 Hours a Day • 7 Days a Week
Administrative Office Office Hours: To Be Confirmed
Headquarters: 344 Redings Mill Road, Joplin, MO 64804
Non-Emergency Assistance: (417) 624-2715
Email: office@rmfd.org
Fire Stations: Locations & Contact Info

***For emergencies, call 911. General inquiries and website submissions are not monitored 24 hours a day.

BUILT BY THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1978

Redings Mill Rural Fire Department was established in 1978 when local residents recognized the need for fire protection closer to home. What began as a community-driven effort laid the foundation for the district that serves the Redings Mill area today.

1978

Redings Mill Rural Fire Department established.

COMMUNITY BUILT

Created to provide closer local fire protection.

1984

Voters approved the creation of the fire protection district.

RMFPD TODAY

Continuing a tradition of service to the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers about emergency services, outdoor burning, fire safety, and resources available to residents of the Redings Mill Fire Protection District.

HOW CAN I CONTACT RMFPD FOR A NON-EMERGENCY?

For non-emergency questions or assistance, call (417) 624-2715, email scoats@rmfd.org, or use the contact form on this page.

Can I burn outdoors today?

Outdoor burning depends on current conditions. Check RMFPD’s Outdoor Burning Conditions before starting an outdoor fire. The district also provides guidance and Firewise assessments to help residents plan safer outdoor burning.

Can I register my storm shelter with the Fire District?

Yes. RMFPD offers a Storm Shelter Registry for district residents. Registering provides first responders with information about your shelter so it can be located during an emergency.

Does RMFPD provide smoke detector assistance?

RMFPD provides smoke detector information and resources to residents. The district has also conducted community smoke-detector installation initiatives, including a grant-funded project that installed more than 1,000 smoke detectors in mobile homes within its response area.

What is Redings Mill Fire Protection District’s ISO rating?

RMFPD currently reports an ISO rating of 4 in areas with fire hydrants and 5 in areas without hydrants. ISO ratings can be one factor insurance companies consider when determining property insurance rates.