Tonight, we were happy to witness the swearing-in of firefighter Josh Garbs as a corporate member of the Washington Volunteer Fire Company.
Josh is the 4th generation of his family to serve. He is pictured here with his grandfather, firefighter Ron Eckelkamp.
#wfd #washmo #volunteerfiredepartment
Shift Summary - Days 9/25/24
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the 500 block of W. 5th St.
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 100 and Hwy 47.
Traffic complaint was reported in the 400 block of W. 14th St.
Harassment was reported in the area of Washington Crossing.
Homeless activity in the 5800 block of Hwy 100.
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 100 and International Ave.
Homeless activity in the area of Southpoint Rd / Phoenix Center Dr.
Found property was turned in at HQ and returned to the owner.
A green roof can slow down and reduce the quantity of rainfall before it enters the gutter and into the street. It also adds energy savings by insulating the roof reducing heating and cooling costs. #embracenative #greenroof #SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday
We are currently out of power and it should be restored by mid-morning. Thank you for your patience.
A green roof can slow down and reduce the quantity of rainfall before it enters the gutter and into the street. It also adds energy savings by insulating the roof reducing heating and cooling costs. #embracenative #greenroof
#SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday
Did you know?
As summer has come to an end, the Splashpad will be closing next week.
Support the United Way and dine at Aldo's this Thursday!
Night Shift Summary 09/21/2024
Peace disturbance in Washington Square. Male subject was causing a disturbance at the business. He left prior to our arrival, but at the request of management he was located and issued a trespass warning for the business.
Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 at Washington Crossing.
Property damage was reported in the 5000 block of Highway 100. Subject who caused the damage was identified and located.
Subject was stopped on West 3rd Street near Cedar Street for a traffic violation. Subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested.
Alarm in the 1900 block of East 5th Street. Accidental by employee.
🚧 REMINDER 🚧 The Wastewater Department will be repairing a major part of the sewer main on Front Street starting Monday, September 23, and continuing until Wednesday, September 25. During this time, Front Street will be closed to all traffic in between Lafayette Street and Elm Street. Also, the entrance to the River Front Park will be restricted to one lane. Please refer to the road closure map. As always, we apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.
🌧️🚧 UPDATE 🚧🌧️ Due to today's rain, this work has been pushed back until Tuesday September 24th. The Washington Coffee Shop will be the closing lanes at Jefferson and East 5th Street on Tuesday, September 24 for building repairs. Eastbound lane in front of the coffee shop will be closed, the right turn lane for northbound Jefferson Street will be closed; however, northbound thru traffic will still be allowed. The left turn lane for southbound Jefferson Street will also be closed. Closure is from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday. Please use alternate routes and follow detour signs.
Night Shift Summary 09/22/2024
Traffic crash @ Highway 100 & Highway 47.
A report of trespassing was handled in the 300 block of High Street.
A suspicious vehicle was checked on in the 600 block of West 3rd Street.
Officers assisted EMS in the 1600 block of High Street.
Officers located a missing person in the 100 block of Johnson Street.
Are you aware of lithium-ion battery safety? Please be aware and informed about how you are charging these in your home.
WFD call summary Sept. 15-21
9/15: assist EMS, High St.
boat rescue, Missouri river
alarm, Borgia Dr.
assist EMS, Parkview Ct.
9/16: vehicle accident, Hwy 100
vehicle accident, Hwy A
alarm, Stonecrest Dr.
9/17: mutual aid, New Haven- Berger
vehicle accident, Hwy 100
9/18: vehicle accident, Phoenix Ctr. Dr.
9/19: wires, W. 8th St.
vehicle accident, E. 5th St.
vehicle accident, Hwy 47/8th St.
assist WPD, Wenona Ct.
vehicle accident, Michelle Dr.
9/20: alarm, Stewart Circle
9/21: vehicle accident, Hwy 47/100
outdoor fire, Fairgrounds Rd.
Professional Volunteer Service since 1852 #wfd #volunteerfiredepartment #washmo
Night Shift Summary 09/21/2024
Peace disturbance in Washington Square. Male subject was causing a disturbance at the business. He left prior to our arrival, but at the request of management he was located and issued a trespass warning for the business.
Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 at Washington Crossing.
Property damage was reported in the 5000 block of Highway 100. Subject who caused the damage was identified and located.
Subject was stopped on West 3rd Street near Cedar Street for a traffic violation. Subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested.
Alarm in the 1900 block of East 5th Street. Accidental by employee.
Just a reminder that the Wastewater Department will be repairing a major part of the sewer main on Front Street starting Monday, September 23, and continuing until Wednesday, September 25. During this time, Front Street will be closed to all traffic in between Lafayette Street and Elm Street. Also, the entrance to the River Front Park will be restricted to one lane. Please refer to the road closure map. As always, we apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.
Night Shift Summary 09/20/2024
Suspicious persons in the 1300 block of Jefferson Street. Subjects were contacted and asked to leave the area.
Accidental discharge of a weapon in the 600 block of West 5th Street. Subject was cleaning a gun and did not properly clear the weapon. It discharged and injured their hand.
Subject was stopped for a traffic violation in the area of West 6th Street and Cedar Street. Subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested.
Peace disturbance in the 900 block of East 5th Street. Two subjects arguing. Subjects left without incident.
Subject was stopped on Highway 100 at East city limits for a traffic violation. Subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested.
Traffic crash on Highway 100 at Highway 47. Minor injuries.
Shift Summary - Days 9/21/24
Assisted WFD with an alarm in the area of the fairgrounds.
A check the well being was conducted in the 100 block of Dawn Dr.
A stolen vehicle was recovered in the 900 block of E. 5th St. with the aid of the FLOCK camera system.
Homeless activity in the 5800 block of Hwy 100.
A civil issue was reported in the 600 block of Steamboat Dr.
A private property motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Washington Square.
The Washington Coffee Shop will be the closing lanes at Jefferson and East 5th Street on Monday, September 23 for building repairs.
Eastbound lane in front of the coffee shop will be closed, the right turn lane for northbound Jefferson Street will be closed; however, northbound thru traffic will still be allowed. The left turn lane for southbound Jefferson Street will also be closed.
Closure is from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday. Please use alternate routes and follow detour signs.
Congratulations to Officer Ben Hellebusch and Officer Wyatt Loague on their completion of the DARE Instructor Program. Both officers spent the last two weeks training to become our department's newest DARE Instructors. Officer Hellebusch will be joining our elementary school team in January, and Officer Loague will be taking over the parochial school DARE Program.
Happy Blue Friday Washmo!
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