Black Diamond Fire Department

Black Diamond Fire Department Black Diamond Fire Department is located in south western Vermillion County Indiana. Black Diamond F

Proudly Serving the unincorporated areas of Clinton Township located in Vermillion County Indiana with emergency services ranging from structural fire protection, vehicle extrication, search and rescue, and medical BLS non-transport services. Black Diamond Fire has two stations with station 81 being located in Centenary and station 82 being located in the incorporated town of Universal. Station 81 is staffed 24 hours a day 365 days a year with a paid driver on station.

04/24/2026

Washington st has been reopened

Notice: Washington Street will be closed on Friday, April 24, for hose testing. We will update this post when it’s reopened.

04/23/2026

163 is back open

🚨 ACTIVE INCIDENT 🚨

Black Diamond Fire crews are currently working an active residential structure fire on W State Rd 163.

Please avoid the area if possible and use extreme caution while traveling nearby as emergency personnel continue to operate on scene.

W St Rd 163 is currently shut down. We will update this post when it’s reopened.

04/15/2026

*UPDATE- PHONE LINES ARE BACK UP*

🚨 Notice from Black Diamond Fire Department 🚨

Our phone lines are currently down and we are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

📞 If you have an emergency, please call 911.

For non-emergency matters, please be patient while we work on restoring service. We will provide updates as soon as everything is back up and running.

Thank you for your understanding and support.
— Black Diamond Fire Department

Please and thank you.
04/09/2026

Please and thank you.

☀️🔥⛈️ Spring & Summer Safety Reminder – West Central Indiana ⛈️🔥☀️As we head into warmer months, our area often sees an ...
04/02/2026

☀️🔥⛈️ Spring & Summer Safety Reminder – West Central Indiana ⛈️🔥☀️

As we head into warmer months, our area often sees an increase in both fire risks and severe weather, including strong winds, heavy rain, and even tornadoes. A little preparation goes a long way in keeping you and your family safe.

🔥 Fire Safety Tips:
• Always check burn bans and avoid burning on windy or dry days
• Keep fire pits at least 10–15 feet from structures
• Never leave fires unattended
• Properly dispose of smoking materials—never toss them in dry grass
• Clear dry leaves and debris from around your home

⛈️ Storm Safety Tips:
• Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts
• Know your safe place (basement or interior room)
• Secure outdoor furniture, grills, and loose items
• Prepare an emergency kit (water, flashlight, first aid, etc.)
• Avoid downed power lines and report them immediately
• Never drive through floodwaters—Turn Around, Don’t Drown

👨‍🚒 Stay alert. Stay prepared. Stay safe.
Let’s work together to protect our community this season.

— *Black Diamond Fire Department

⚠️ Turn Around, Don’t Drown ⚠️Central Indiana has received a large amount of rain and water levels are rising quickly on...
03/04/2026

⚠️ Turn Around, Don’t Drown ⚠️

Central Indiana has received a large amount of rain and water levels are rising quickly on many roadways. With more rain still falling, conditions can change rapidly.

🚫 Do NOT attempt to drive through flooded roads.
It only takes a few inches of moving water to sweep a vehicle away, and you cannot always see if the road underneath has been washed out.

If you encounter water covering the roadway:
➡️ Turn around and find an alternate route.
➡️ Slow down and use caution in low-lying areas.
➡️ Never drive around barricades.

Your destination is not worth risking your life or the lives of first responders.

Please stay alert, use caution while traveling, and help keep everyone in our community safe.

With the recent stretch of dry weather, dead grass, leaves, and brush are extremely dry and can ignite quickly. Even a s...
02/28/2026

With the recent stretch of dry weather, dead grass, leaves, and brush are extremely dry and can ignite quickly. Even a small, controlled burn can spread faster than expected due to dry vegetation and shifting winds.

We urge all residents to use extreme caution when burning brush:

• Check local burn regulations and obtain any required permits
• Avoid burning on windy days
• Keep a water source and tools nearby
• Never leave a fire unattended
• Make sure your fire is completely extinguished before leaving the area

What may start as a small debris burn can quickly turn into a large grass or field fire, putting homes, property, and lives at risk.

If you see a fire that appears out of control, call 911 immediately.

01/15/2026

Black Diamond Fire is looking to Hire a Full Time engineer. BDFD operates on a 24/48 rotation. Anyone interested can send a message on here or call station and talk to on duty staff. Hiring process will run from now to January 30th. Thanks Chief Wilson.

01/12/2026

Join our TEAM!

We are hiring for the position of Part-time Firefighter.

We are a progressive, community-focused organization that responded to more than 1,900 calls for service in 2025. Our department places a strong emphasis on training, teamwork, and continuous improvement, while maintaining a strong firehouse culture built on our core values of Honor, Accountability, and Compassion.

12/31/2025

We wish you a Happy New Year. Have a fun but safe holiday!

Address

501 W Washington Street
Clinton, IN
47842

Telephone

(765) 832-1686

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