Saturday, February 11, 2012  Lafayette Twp. responded to a mutual aid request on a basement fire on Murvin Dr. in the New Albany Twp District. Upon New Chapel Fire Co. arrival on scene they found wiring to a hot water heater had shorted out and started a fire in the wall next to the water heater. As the fire progressed, the PVC piping to the water heater had melted and began spraying water on the fire. Thus, suppressing it until the home owner could extinguish the rest of the fire with a dry powder extinguisher. Crews opened the wall and removed burnt insulation and debris making sure the fire was fully out. The fire was contained to the area of origin and the home sustained minimal damage.


Engine 11, Tanker 12, Chief Klein, Dep. Chiefs Allen and Schindler Responded to the scene.

Friday, February 10, 2012  For those that have been "CURIOUS" about when the sign out in front of the fire house is coming back, It is nearly complete. So, now you can stop worrying and calling everyone else but us about it.


Remember if you want to know what we are up to, have a question or a problem you can find the answer on this website, Facebook, Twitter or you can even stop by and ASK YOURSELF. We like the company and to quell rumors.

Thursday, February 9, 2012  Construction has heated up in January. Check out the updates on the Building Renovation page.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012   Most of our district was spared any major damage in this mornings storms. East Riley Rd was in the path of the strongest part of the storm which toppled trees, damaged a main transmission power line to Georgetown and roofs torn off of some out buildings. The Floyd County Emergency Management Agency Director Terry Herthel is surveying the area and has requested the NWS to also investigate if the damage was from tornadic or straight line winds. If you have damage to report please call the EMA Office at 812-948-5454 or Email ema@floydcounty.in.gov

Thursday, January 12, 2012  With the approaching winter weather and a winter weather ADVISORY until Friday morning you should know a few tips on preparing for the drive in these adverse conditions.


Before leaving home:

• Find out about the driving conditions and pay attention to weather reports on the radio. 
• Remove any snow on your vehicle’s windows, lights, brake lights and signals.
• Check your vehicle’s tires, wiper blades, fluids, lights, belts and hoses.
• Let someone know your destination, route and expected time of arrival.
• Become familiar with your vehicle’s winter weather operating characteristics. Front-wheel-drive vehicles generally handle better than rear-wheel vehicles on slippery roads because the weight of the engine is on the drive wheels, improving traction.

• Keep your gas tank at least half full. Fill the tank before you park for lengthy periods. This will help prevent fuel line freeze-up.
• If you need to turn on your wipers, you need to turn on your lights.
• Remember to drive well below the posted speed limit and leave plenty of room between cars.
• Be cautious of black ice. Roads that seem dry may actually be slippery and dangerous. Take it slow when approaching intersections, off-ramps, bridges or shady areas.
• Stay attentive and reduce speeds during times of limited visibility.
• Give snowplows room to work. The plows are wide and can cross the centerline or shoulder. Do not tailgate and try not to pass.
• Give yourself space, remember it takes your car extra time to stop on slick and snowy roads
• Understand your vehicles brakes and how they work. Brake early, brake slowly, brake correctly, and never “slam on the breaks.”
• When driving on ice and snow, do not use cruise control and avoid abrupt steering maneuvers.
• Take it slow when merging into traffic.
• Be aware of what is going on a head of you because actions by other vehicles will alert you to problems more quickly giving you that split-second of extra time to react safely.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012  This vehicle ran off the road on Paoli Pike, near Sylvan Dr., crashing head on into a tree. There were two occupants in the vehicle. The driver was extricated from the vehicle and both occupants were taken to University of Louisville hospital. There was no word on the condition of the driver or the passenger but both were stable at the time of transport to the hospital.

Check out the Building Updates Page to see the latest progress to the renovation.