Branson Fire & Rescue

Branson Fire & Rescue Mission Statement
Through teamwork, communication, and professional career development, the Branson Fire Department is committed to provide prompt and reliable fire and life safety services to the residents and visitors of Branson. Firefighters promote an environment that encourages innovation and creativity from within, and maintain a positive public image.

The History of Branson Fire Department
Branson Fire Department was organized in the early 1900's.  In 1927 we obtained our first piece of motorized apparatus (see photo below).  In the mid 1950's a Rural Fire Service was established.  This became known as Branson/Rockaway Fire Protection District.  The years passed and the responsibilities for both the City and the District got larger.  We then split into two separate departments which are known today as Western Taney County Fire Protection District and Branson Fire Department (Branson Fire & Rescue).

The Branson Fire Department was a completely volunteer department until 1993 when six career personnel were hired.  In 1995 an additional three personnel were hired.  In late 1996 Station #2 opened with nine more personnel hired.  In  1999 Station #3 opened with nine more personnel hired. At this time we have a Station #4 being proposed to open soon.

In 1912 Branson caught fire and virtually all of the city burned to the ground.  At that time there was no fire protection.  The below is a picture of that incident along with a newspaper article from the Taney County News.  All images can be clicked on to view larger image.