Howell Area Fire Department

On 11/4/25 at 12:37 PM, HAFD was dispatched to the area of Oak Grove and Allen Road for a report of a barn on fire.

Upon arrival, C202 found the approximately 60x100 pole barn already 25% involved in flames. Crews quickly learned the building contained over 1,500 gallons of combustible fuels — including propane, oxygen, diesel, crude oil, and other flammable materials.

As the fire spread, those fuels began igniting in rapid succession, causing explosions, extreme heat, and heavy black smoke visible for miles across Livingston County. The incident was swiftly upgraded to a third alarm, bringing in mutual aid from across the region.

🚒 Brighton Area Fire Authority covered Station 20 and sent additional tankers.
🚒 Hartland, Putnam, Fowlerville, Byron, Gaines, and Argentine fire departments provided tankers and manpower.
🚓 Michigan State Police were also on scene, assisiting with overall scene safety.
🥤 DART responded as well, supplying much-needed food and drinks for the crews working in tough conditions.

Even after the fire was brought under control, HAFD crews remained on scene for an extended period, utilizing heavy equipment to reach deep-seated hot spots and fully extinguish the blaze.

While Brighton covered our station during the incident, a second fire broke out in the area of Lucy Road and Grand River, involving multiple vehicles. Crews from Brighton and Hamburg Township assisted in handling that scene as well.

This marks our fourth fire in just three days — a demanding stretch for our department and our neighboring agencies. The cooperation and teamwork shown by all involved highlight the strength of our mutual aid system and the dedication of every firefighter and first responder on scene.

🙏 A sincere thank you to all departments, agencies, and support organizations who assisted. Your help was invaluable in bringing this large incident under control.

Golden hour from the jumpseat.

All set up at Station 20 for the Howell Fire Department Open House. 1 to 4.

Today is the day!! Our Annual Open House! 1p - 4p

🚒 HOWELL FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE — TOMORROW! 🚒
📍 1211 W Grand River, Howell, MI
🕐 1 PM – 4 PM

Join us for an afternoon at the fire station! Meet your local firefighters, check out the trucks and equipment, and see firsthand what goes into keeping our community safe. 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

There’ll be station tours, demonstrations, and activities for all ages — a great way for kids (and grown-ups) to learn more about fire safety and the work we do every day.

It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s the perfect excuse to make your kids think you’re cool for an afternoon. 🙌

We’re proud to serve Howell and can’t wait to see everyone out there. Come say hello and spend some time with your hometown fire department!

Congratulations to our very own, Captain Andrew Johnson, for graduating with the 27th class of the EMU Staff and Command

The Howell Area Fire Department is hosting our annual open house on Sunday October 12th from 1:00p till 4:00p. Come see vehicle extrication demonstrations, our hands on firehose house, a fire safety bounce house and displays from our special teams. Smoke alarm, home safety plan and child safety seat information will be offered. Tell your friends!