Van Buren Fire Department

05/27/2026

05/24/2026

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05/04/2026

May 4, International Firefighters’ Day, is more than a date.

It is a day that we stand united by a profound sense of remembrance and respect.

It is a shared global moment — a moment to pause.

To remember and honour the lives of those who have passed.
To commemorate the courage and commitment of those who serve today.
To educate and inspire those who will serve in the future.

This day provides us with space to reflect on courage, on service freely given without expectation, and on lives lost while protecting others.

A life lived in service of others is never forgotten.

The legacy of those we honour does not fade with time. It lives on in the values they embodied and in the communities they protected.

Wherever May 4 finds you today, we thank you

04/25/2026

Today we had all the fire hoses off of all the truck’s tested at Van Buren Elementary school. This makes sure it functions when our communities need us.

04/12/2026

The Van Buren Fire Protection District quarterly meeting will be held on 4/16/2026 at the Harmony location @ 6:00. As always, these meetings are open to the public.

03/01/2026

Accumulating snow expected tonight with up to 2" possible. By Monday morning, snow could transition to a wintry mix across the south. Prepare for potential travel impacts during Monday morning's commute.

01/26/2026

The Travel Advisory Warning for Clay County has been downgraded to a Travel Advisory Watch. Please continue to use caution while traveling throughout the county. The Clay County Highway Department has done a fantastic job on our roads, but it will still take a while for the snow to melt away.
Thank you

01/25/2026

January 25, 2026

Clay County Declares Local Disaster Emergency and Issues Travel Advisory Warning Clay County, Indiana — Due to severe winter weather conditions impacting the county, the Clay County Board of Commissioners has declared a Local Disaster Emergency and issued a Travel Advisory Warning (RED) effective immediately.

Clay County has experienced heavy snowfall, dangerously cold temperatures, and hazardous road conditions, creating a serious risk to public safety. Snow accumulation, drifting, reduced visibility, icy roadways, and extreme cold have made travel unsafe across much of the county. These conditions also limit emergency response capabilities and impede access to essential services.

A Travel Advisory Warning (RED) is the highest level of local travel advisory. During a Travel Warning:
Travel is restricted to emergency management workers and emergency personnel only.

All residents are directed to refrain from all non-essential travel.
Citizens are asked to cooperate fully with public safety officials and comply with all emergency measures
Vehicles parked or abandoned on public roadways may be subject to removal to allow snow removal operations and emergency response vehicles to safely operate.

This declaration allows Clay County to activate emergency response plans, coordinate resources, and take necessary actions to protect life and property while crews continue snow removal and recovery efforts.

Residents are urged to: Stay off roadways unless absolutely necessary.

Monitor local media and official county communication channels for updates.

Check on elderly neighbors or those with special needs, if it can be done safely.

The Local Disaster Emergency Declaration may remain in effect for up to seven (7) days, unless modified or extended in accordance with Indiana law.

For emergency situations, dial 9-1-1. For non-emergency needs, residents should contact local authorities through normal channels.
Additional updates will be provided as conditions change.