Carthage Volunteer Fire Department

Carthage Volunteer Fire Department We are a Fire Department family committed to providing our community with rapid and professional response to all fire and medical emergencies.

We recognize the value of ongoing education & training as well as fire prevention for our community. Carthage Volunteer Fire Department was founded in 1953 with thirty-three members. The fire department joined the Indiana Volunteer Firemen's Association on July 12th, 1954. On November 9th, 1961, the fire department was incorporated and became known as Carthage Volunteer Fire Department of Rush Cou

nty, Inc. They had eight board of directors, three incorporators, two vehicles, and fifty dollars. The fire department and EMS Association met in September 1997 to discuss and vote on a possible merger. The vote was unanimous and the merge took place on January 1st, 1998. As of today there are six fire trucks, two ambulances, and twenty-eight members.

Always be ready for when a fire may be present. You can't just spray any extinguisher on just any fire. Different fires ...
05/28/2026

Always be ready for when a fire may be present. You can't just spray any extinguisher on just any fire. Different fires have different reactions to extinguishers.

Always use the "PASS" method
Pull
Aim
Squeeze
Sweep

"A" type extinguishers are generally for COMBUSTIBLES
"B" type extinguishers are generally for FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
"C" type extinguishers are generally for ELECTRIFIED COMPONENTS
"D" type extinguishers are generally METAL fire such as any metal that involves anything ending in "Ium" like magnesium, lithium, etc.
"K" type extinguishers are generally for "Grease" fires

CVFD wishes everyone a pleasant Memorial Day weekend. May we remember and pay tribute to the brave individuals who did n...
05/23/2026

CVFD wishes everyone a pleasant Memorial Day weekend. May we remember and pay tribute to the brave individuals who did not return home.

The Carthage Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported fire at a two-story residence at approximately 5:57 pm to...
05/20/2026

The Carthage Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported fire at a two-story residence at approximately 5:57 pm today. Upon arrival, the scene was marked by heavy smoke and fire. The department received valuable assistance from the Raleigh Fire Department, Rushville Township Volunteer Fire Department and Posey Township Volunteer Fire Department. Thankfully, all individuals involved escaped the incident unharmed. Appreciation is expressed to all departments for their efforts in extinguishing the fire.

Please be advised there will be standing water due to the amount of rain. Be ready for possible power outages. Please do...
05/19/2026

Please be advised there will be standing water due to the amount of rain. Be ready for possible power outages.
Please do not go through flooded roads as it is more than likely deeper than it looks

After 3PM, weather will turny cranky again. ⛈️ SCATTERED storms will fire up over Indiana. (May 19)

Watch for some gusty winds, lightning, and localized flooding. There may be some slight rotation, but the tornado risk remains very low. Hail risks are low too.

COVERAGE
Storms will not be widespread like yesterday. Expect scattered showers and storms. They will be a bit more hit-or-miss in coverage.

TIMING (Tuesday May 19th)
Most severe threats for Indiana will range between 3PM and 10PM EDT.

They will start in SW Indiana first. Areas north and east will see the threats start closer to 5-6PM.

After 10PM, most severe threats should end, but rain and rumbles are possible overnight and Wednesday morning.

RAINFALL
Rainfall totals will range quite a bit thanks to the scattered nature of downpours. Some places may only get a quarter inch while others try to pick up an additional 1-2+ inches through Wednesday morning.

More localized flooding is possible.

ZONES
A level 1-2 severe threat is in place for central, southern, eastern, and northeastern Indiana. The farther northwest you go, the closer to the front you will be which will cut off the instability you need for storm development.

-Matt

Just a friendly reminder that CVFD has officially changed the Department Phone number. If you have any questions please ...
05/13/2026

Just a friendly reminder that CVFD has officially changed the Department Phone number. If you have any questions please call or come in.

05/04/2026

Address

208 S Main Street
Carthage, IN
46115

Telephone

+17655651234

Website

https://carthagefire.aidaform.com/expert-account-templa

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