Harrison County Fire Rescue

Harrison County Fire Rescue along with Mississippi DEQ and Harrison County sheriffs department responded to A train derailment this morning. The freight train was carrying non-hazardous iron ore when it derailed. There’s no danger to the public and no roadways were closed or impacted. The train derailed in a wooded area west of Vidalia Road.

May 1, 2026 - LODD
Chief Russell Shoultz, 52
Walker Fire Department. Walker, MI
On April 30, 2026, Chief Shoultz participated in fire department aerial operations training which ended at approximately 4:30 p.m. Early the next morning and within 24 hours of the training, Fire Chief Shoultz suffered a cardiovascular event at his home. He was transported to a local hospital where, despite all efforts, he was pronounced deceased.

Harrison County Fire Rescue mourns the sudden passing of retired Deputy Chief Rusty Shoultz.

Chief Shoultz served our community with dedication, professionalism, and strong leadership. Chief Shoultz was a military veteran , he was involved in law enforcement, EMS, and he was a nurse practitioner. His commitment to the fire service and his impact on those he worked alongside will not be forgotten. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Shoultz family.

Harrison County Fire Rescue