Southern Valley Fire & Rescue reports 2025 activity, highlights new ALS capability

Feb 18, 2026

Southern Valley Fire & Rescue told the council it responded to 233 calls for service in Horace in 2025, added ALS capability, signed mutual/automatic-aid agreements, received an ISO 5 rating and placed a ladder truck in service; the council praised reduced turnout times and community outreach.

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Southern Valley Fire & Rescue reported its 2025 activity to the Horace City Council on Feb. 17, telling the council the department handled 233 calls for service in the city (about 68% of district calls), including seven fires, 165 EMS/rescue calls, 13 hazmat calls and 15 false alarms.

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