Established in 1991, the Choctaw Fire Department (CFD) has two stations: Stations 1 located in the Pearl River Community; and Station 2 located in the Bogue Chitto community.  The Choctaw Fire Department’s Mission Statement is committed to preventing the loss of life and property of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians by safely and efficiently responding to emergencies. CFD provides fire suppression, technical rescue, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and preparedness through training and public education.

CFD will maintain a modern and effective fire company, focusing on operational readiness, department unity, and professionalism. They strive to ensure the safety of our tribal citizens, employees, and guests. CFD honors our families and brothers /sisters in public safety and will act with respect and integrity in all situations. CFD is honored and takes pride in representing the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians.

CFD members are trained in all areas of fire and rescue including fire suppression and prevention, technical rescue and emergency medical response and safety. Training is provided in CPR, fire safety and fire extinguishing.

The Choctaw Fire Department is a participating member of Mississippi TaskForce 2 (Mississippi Statewide Technical Advanced Rescue) of the Mississippi Department of Homeland Security, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency. The team is designed to respond to a variety of disasters, including earthquakes, hurricanes, storms and tornadoes, floods, dam failures, technological accidents, terrorist activities and hazardous materials releases where victims may be trapped, lost, or injured. Within a short period of notification, CFD can have a team of highly-trained personnel en route to assist in a variety of skilled disciplines.

Contact Us  

Phone: 601-656-0620
Fax: 601-656-0686
In an emergency, please call 911 
Email:

Physical location is:
Station 1
13741 Highway 16 West
Choctaw, MS 39340

Bogue Chitto Station
235 Sonny Jones Road
Philadelphia, MS 39350

Areas of Interest:

Employment – The Choctaw Fire Department is always looking for hard-working, dedicated, and motivated individuals. To apply to become a member of the Choctaw Fire Department click here.

COVID – Continuing to take COVID-19 precautions is important as it is still in our communities. CFD continues to hand out face masks and hand sanitizer. Prior to coming to the station, we ask that you call 601-656-0620. If you are getting hand sanitizer, please bring your own bottles.

Training – Choctaw Fire Department offers a range of training such as CPR, Basic First Aid, and Fire Extinguisher training. To sign up or schedule a training please contact our training officer at 601.656.0620.

Visits – Choctaw Fire Department conducts informational talks at early childhood centers, schools, elderly center, civic centers, and other places. To schedule a visit, please contact our Liaison Officer at 601.656.0620. 

Smoke Detectors – Tribal homes with elders can call Choctaw Fire Department for complimentary smoke detector installation. Please contact CFD at 601.656.0620 to find our your eligibility and set up an appointment.

Choctaw Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) is housed at the EOC Logistics Building at Station 1. CEMA constantly monitors upcoming weather and other possibly hazardous situations, maintains and updates emergency management and hazard mitigation plans and works closely with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency, American Red Cross and other neighboring emergency management agencies.

Contact Us
Phone: 601-656-0620
Fax: 601-656-0686
In an emergency, please call 911
Email: [email protected]

Physical location is:
EOC Logistics Building
13741 Highway 16 West
Choctaw, MS 39340