FAQs
Fire Department
No, fireworks are NOT allowed within the city limits of Midwest City or even transported through the city.
Brush and tree limbs can be burned, but a permit is required. 90 day permits are $25 and 1 year permits are $75. Call 739-1355 to arrange.
Yes, generally the first Thursday of every month we offer the "Friends and Family" CPR course. This course is designed for Parents, Grandparents, babysitters, etc. This basic course does not satisfy the requirements for most health care workers.
A typical swimming pool has 20,000-30,000 gallons (or more) and a fire truck holds about 1,000 gallons of water. Additionally, if a fire truck hooked up to a hydrant and rolled out hose to fill a pool then that truck is now considered "out of service" and not available to put out a fire due to the time it would take to shut down the hydrant operations and roll up the hose. There are also potential property and equipment damage concerns the fire department must consider as well. Some rural fire departments have large water tankers that hold 2,000-3,000 gallons, but Midwest City Fire Department does not have any of these in their fleet of vehicles.
The only option of filling a swimming pool in Midwest City is using your own garden hose. It can be very slooowwww (taking days), but it is currently the only method through the City to fill a swimming pool.
Educate your child on the dangers of fire. Secure lighters, matches, etc. in your home.
If you feel there is a need, our office is available as a resource for you and your child to further the conversation about the dangers of fire.