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Watertown Fire Rescue Stabilizes Building After Vehicle Collision
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A local business at 23 Kemp Ave West sustained structural damage Monday morning after a hatchback sedan crashed through its entrance.

Steve Jurrens
3 days ago1 min read


Annual Report: Watertown PD & Fire Rescue Officials Unveil 2025 Public Safety Results
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - In a comprehensive briefing for media partners, Watertown city officials presented the 2025 annual reports for the Police and Fire Rescue departments, highlighting significant decreases in major crime while addressing the logistical challenges of a growing city. City Manager Alan Stager, Police Chief Toomey, and Fire Chief Don Rowland provided a deep dive into the statistics and the vision for 2026.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 123 min read


Pickup Truck Strikes Watertown Home; Driver Hospitalized
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A late-night vehicle collision sent one person to the hospital after a pickup truck crashed into a local residence on Saturday night.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 81 min read


Truck Crashes Into Watertown Garage; Specialists Called to Stabilize Home
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - A quiet morning on Sioux Conifer Road was disrupted on Saturday when a pickup truck veered off course and crashed into a residential garage, triggering a specialized emergency response to save the structure.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 71 min read


Head-On Collision on Highway 20 Sends Two to Hospital; Juvenile Cited
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Local authorities are investigating a serious head-on collision that occurred Sunday afternoon on U.S. Highway 20, resulting in serious injuries and a citation for a teenage driver.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 12 min read


Vehicle Strikes Local Business in Southwest Watertown; One Hospitalized
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Emergency crews responded to a single-vehicle accident Monday morning after an SUV struck a local business in southwest Watertown.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 91 min read


Propane Grill Sparks Exterior Fire at Watertown Residence
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) responded to a structure fire on Friday evening after an outdoor grill ignited the exterior of a local home.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 71 min read


Friendly Rivalry, Life-Saving Results: 25th Annual “Heroes Behind the Badges” Blood Drive Returns to Watertown
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - he ultimate local showdown is back as the Watertown Police Department and Watertown Fire Rescue prepare to face off for the milestone 25th Annual “Heroes Behind the Badges” blood drive. This friendly competition invites the community to roll up their sleeves and cast a vote for their favorite first responders while providing critical support for local patients.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 62 min read


Early Morning Vehicle Fire Near Watertown Residence Quickly Contained
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Local emergency crews responded to a vehicle fire early Thursday morning, successfully preventing flames from spreading to a nearby home.

Steve Jurrens
Feb 51 min read


Five-Vehicle Chain Reaction Crash Snarls I-29 Near Watertown
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.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 311 min read


Police Remind Drivers to Buckle Up After Serious Collision on B Avenue NE
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

Steve Jurrens
Jan 272 min read


Watertown Fire Rescue Honors Top Personnel at Annual Awards Banquet
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.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 271 min read


Swerving Vehicle Causes Multi-Truck Collision on Highway 212
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.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 242 min read


88-Year-Old Woman Injured, 31-Year-Old Man Evaluated
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.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 221 min read


Watertown City Council Approves “Plus One” Firefighter Staffing Model
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.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 222 min read


Fuel Leak Contained Following Semi-Truck Jack-knife Incident on I-29
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.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 171 min read


Fire Crews Extinguish Minor Hot Spot at Residential Property Under Renovation
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.

Steve Jurrens
Jan 81 min read


Structure Fire at Glacial Lakes Rubber and Plastic Sends One Worker to Hospital
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.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 23, 20251 min read


Local First Responders Honored by Family After Lifesaving Response for Newborn
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - In a season defined by gratitude, a local family returned to the Watertown Police Department last night to offer a personal thank you to the team of first responders who saved their newborn son’s life.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 23, 20252 min read


Watertown Fire Rescue and Salvation Army Angel Tree Program Provide Support for Families in Transition
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.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 17, 20252 min read
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