You see firefighters in the news every day — but have you ever stopped to think about “What kind of people would risk their lives for their community?” or “What makes a firefighter go into a burning building when everyone else is running out?”.

Our firefighters (men and women) are your neighbors, your friends and your family — people from all walks of life who simply want to give back to their community.

Interested in lending a hand in your community?… Continue Reading


Ascension Parish is lifting the Burn Ban at 5 P.M. on 10-12-2023. Although we no longer follow the previous ban’s guidelines, we encourage ALL residents to remain aware and practice fire safety measures at all times.

Open Burning Safety

An adult should always be present during open burning. Children and pets should be kept a safe distance away. Use paper and kindling to start the fire. Never use gasoline or any other flammable liquid to start a fire because the risk of personal injury is high.… Continue Reading


On Monday February 11, 2019, thirty volunteer firefighters from the St. Amant Volunteer Fire Department attended a Vehicle Rescue Extrication Course, stated Chief Officer James E. LeBlanc.

Frequently encountered vehicle rescue situations in the St. Amant community involve automobile accidents with local resident entrapment, stated LeBlanc. These accidents on a daily basis are the result of collisions with other automobiles, larger motor vehicles and even stationary objects, stated LeBlanc.… Continue Reading

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