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Vehicle strikes Jackson Fire Department building again in less than 10 months

A vehicle struck the Jackson Fire Department’s Internal Affairs Complex, the department said, marking the second time the building has been hit in less than 10 months.

No staff members working inside the building were injured, the department said.

Jackson fire officials said crews are making repairs to the complex while also continuing work to repair roofs and complete upgrades across multiple fire stations. Officials said the latest crash has created additional repair needs but did not provide further details on the cause of the collision or the extent of the damage.

The Jackson Fire Department provides fire and emergency response to the city. Maintaining station facilities and equipment is essential to ensuring firefighter safety and uninterrupted emergency services, officials said.

The department thanked residents for their patience and support as it addresses the unexpected setbacks, the statement said. This is a developing story and will be updated as more details emerge.

Jon Myers

Jon Ross Myers founded Mississippi News Group in 2013. Before founding the organization, he worked at The Daily Mississippian, The Marion Salute and The Southern Sentinel. A Mississippi journalist and writer based in Ripley, he received second place in poetry in the 2025 William Faulkner Literary Competition for "The Garden."

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