Joplin officials warn of fake fire marshal calls

Beware of the fake fire marshal!

The Joplin Fire Department has been made aware that someone is calling businesses late at night or early in the morning, claiming to be with the Joplin Fire Marshal’s office.

They claim the businesses fire alarm has activated or that the Fire Marshal is coming to conduct an inspection.

The Joplin Fire Department reminds you that they will never call anyone to advise them that their alarm is sounding; if it sounds, you can expect our fire crews to arrive at the scene immediately.

Additionally, the Fire Marshal’s office will only do inspections during business hours and only after scheduling an inspection with the business owner. 

The Joplin Fire Department urges all businesses to be aware of these incidents.

If you receive a call similar to this, please report it immediately by calling 417-623-3131.

Impersonation is a crime and will be prosecuted accordingly.