Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A stalled vehicle triggered a large multi-car pileup on Interstate 29 late Friday night, sending one person to the hospital and leaving three vehicles heavily damaged.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Icy road conditions are believed to be a contributing factor in a serious two-vehicle collision Tuesday morning that sent one woman to the hospital. The incident occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of B Avenue NE and 18th Street NE. According to the Watertown Police Department (WPD), a 1993 red Ford Ranger driven by a 20-year-old male from Gary, S.D., was traveling westbound on B Avenue when it entered the intersec

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) team gathered on January 23 to recognize the dedication, professionalism, and selfless service of its members at the department’s annual awards banquet.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A Friday evening commute was disrupted yesterday when a three-vehicle collision on Highway 212 sent one man to the hospital.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A two-vehicle crash at a busy Watertown intersection sent one driver to the hospital and left another vehicle a total loss on Thursday morning.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council took steps to ensure the continuity of emergency services on Tuesday by authorizing a new “Plus One” firefighter staffing position for Watertown Fire Rescue.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) responded to a hazardous materials call on Interstate 29 Thursday afternoon after a tractor-trailer accident resulted in a punctured fuel tank.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded to a report of smoke at a multi-family residence in the 100 block of 7th Ave NE earlier today.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded Tuesday afternoon to a structure fire at Glacial Lakes Rubber and Plastic, located at 700 Pheasant Ridge Drive, after receiving the call at approximately 1:53 PM. Battalion 1, Engine 4, Engine 3, Medic 4, and Medic 3 were dispatched to the scene.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The annual collaboration between the Salvation Army of Watertown and local first responders is making a measurable impact on residents navigating complex life transitions. A recent account from a local mother highlights how the Angel Tree program, supported by members of Watertown Fire Rescue, provides essential support for families during seasons of hardship.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Swift action by Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) contained an exterior fire on Thursday, December 4, 2025, behind The Local restaurant, resulting in no injuries and minimal damage to the interior of the downtown structure.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue effectively contained a vehicle fire early Thursday morning in well below zero weather conditions, preventing the flames from spreading to an adjacent structure.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) units responded to a serious motor vehicle accident on the morning of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, involving a pickup truck and a semi-truck.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) units were dispatched yesterday to a complex vehicle extrication request, successfully assisting local agencies in freeing a trapped driver from a half-ton pickup that had rolled onto its side and was “leaning over a bridge.”

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) responded to a two-vehicle collision late Monday evening at the intersection of 15th Avenue and 29th Street SE.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) responded to a single-vehicle rollover accident in the 700 block of South Lake Drive on the evening of November 20th. The incident involved multiple occupants and resulted in two individuals being transported to the hospital.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue has officially recognized the successful completion of the probationary period for Firefighter/Paramedic Ryley Serreyn. The milestone was marked today with a presentation from Fire Chief Don Rowland.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue successfully managed an incident at a local apartment building on the evening of November 14 after residents reported a strong odor, initially feared to be a gas leak.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue responded to a rollover vehicle crash and fire on 14th Avenue NW early this morning after a pickup truck entered a construction zone.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) responded to a motor vehicle accident on the evening of Wednesday, November 5, 2025. WFR's Engine 4 arrived on the scene quickly after the initial report of a three-vehicle accident. Fire crews immediately assessed the situation and confirmed that the incident actually involved two vehicles.