Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue was dispatched to Shooters Bar and Grill, located at the corner of Maple Street and Kemp Avenue, at approximately 4 p.m. today, following a report of a commercial kitchen fire.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A two-vehicle crash early Tuesday morning disrupted traffic at the intersection of 9th Avenue SE and 5th Street SE, prompting a swift response from Watertown Police and Fire/Rescue. At approximately 7:21 AM, emergency crews were dispatched to the scene where a 2014 Jeep Wrangler, driven by a 21-year-old Watertown male, collided with a 2019 Ford Escape operated by a 24-year-old Watertown female. The Jeep was traveling southbound on 5t

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded to a two-vehicle crash Monday morning at the intersection of 1st Avenue North and Broadway Street. The collision occurred at approximately 11:45 a.m., leaving both vehicles with significant front-end damage and disabled in the roadway.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council has unanimously authorized City Manager Alan Stager to sign a purchase agreement for land intended to be the site of a future East Side Fire Station.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A narcotics investigation conducted by the Watertown Police Department on October 3, 2025, resulted in the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of multiple controlled substances, cash, and drug paraphernalia. The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation assisted in the operation.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Fire Rescue is marking Fire Prevention Week from October 5–11, 2025, by focusing on the safe use and disposal of lithium-ion batteries. The national campaign theme this year is “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Lieutenant Chris Noeldner has retired from Watertown Fire Rescue following 24 years of dedicated service to the community. Watertown Fire Rescue announced the retirement, recognizing Lieutenant Noeldner's significant contributions to the department. According to the announcement, Lieutenant Noeldner was known for his steady and dependable presence, his commitment to the job, and his consistent prioritization of the team and the com

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue has announced the promotion of Fire Apparatus Operator (FAO) Chris Robinson to the rank of Lieutenant. Robinson, who has been with the department since 2007, will begin his new role as the Lieutenant of A-Shift on October 3.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded to a car and bicycle accident on Thursday, September 25, at the intersection of 11th Street and 1st Avenue Northeast. The call came in at approximately 7:45 a.m.

Watertown Fire Rescue has announced the promotion of Fire Apparatus Operator (FAO) Andrew Sebek to the rank of Lieutenant, effective October 1st. Sebek, who joined the department in 2013, will take command of B-Shift, bringing over a decade of experience and leadership to the role.

Just before 10:00 PM on Sunday, Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) responded to a reported kitchen fire in the 1500 block of 7th Avenue NE. Crews arrived on scene with Engine 4, Engine 3, Medic 5, and Battalion 1. Upon arrival, responders learned that a resident had already extinguished the flames. However, heavy smoke continued to linger throughout the home. WFR personnel entered the residence and confirmed that the fire had been successfully extinguished and was contained to the

Watertown Fire Rescue has announced the promotion of Lieutenant Adam Heinrich to the rank of Battalion Chief. Heinrich, who joined the department in 2007 and was promoted to Lieutenant in 2021, will officially begin his new role overseeing C-Shift on October 2.