Pawhuska Firetruck Involved in Crash, All Safe

No injuries reported after a car failed to yield to the fire truck's lights and sirens.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:30pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged fire truck headlight lens reflecting the harsh glare of a direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the sudden impact and aftermath of a collision.The aftermath of a collision between a Pawhuska fire truck and a civilian vehicle highlights the need for drivers to remain alert and yield to emergency responders.Pawhuska Today

A Pawhuska fire truck was involved in a crash on Saturday afternoon while responding to a fire call. According to the Pawhuska Police Department, a car failed to yield to the fire truck's lights and sirens as it was driving north on State Highway 99. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident.

Why it matters

Firetruck crashes can pose serious risks to both emergency responders and other drivers on the road. This incident highlights the importance of drivers being alert and yielding the right-of-way to emergency vehicles, especially in rural areas where response times are critical.

The details

The Pawhuska fire truck was responding to a fire call on Saturday afternoon when the crash occurred. A car failed to yield to the truck's lights and sirens as it was driving north on State Highway 99, resulting in the collision. Thankfully, no injuries were reported from the incident.

  • The crash occurred on Saturday afternoon while the fire truck was responding to a call.

The players

Pawhuska Police Department

The local police department that reported on the incident via a Facebook post.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for all drivers to remain vigilant and yield the right-of-way to emergency vehicles, especially in rural areas where quick response times can be critical. Fortunately, no one was injured in this crash, but it highlights the ongoing need for driver education and awareness around emergency vehicle safety.