Crittenden Fire Rescue KY

08/29/2026

🚒 TRAINING TOGETHER, RESPONDING TOGETHER 🚑

Tonight, Crittenden Fire Rescue joined our brothers and sisters from the City of Dry Ridge Fire Department, Williamstown Fire Department, and Jonesville Fire Department for hands-on Search & Rescue training, followed by continued patient care with EMS once the patient was removed from the structure.

This type of training is extremely important because the rescue doesn't end when we get a patient out of a structure. Our firefighters must be prepared to safely locate, access, and remove patients from dangerous environments, while EMS is ready to immediately continue assessment, treatment, and care once the patient reaches a safe area.

Training together allows fire and EMS personnel from multiple departments to improve communication, understand each other's roles, and create a seamless transition from rescue to patient care. In a real emergency, those seconds can make a difference.

We appreciate the opportunity to train alongside our neighboring departments and EMS partners. The more we train together, the better prepared we are to work together when our communities need us most.

Train together. Rescue together. Treat together.

One team. One fight. 🚒🔥🚑

08/27/2026

Thoughts for Thursday 🚒

🔥 Did You Know?

When you see multiple fire trucks and ambulances arriving at a structure fire, there is a reason for it. A structure fire requires much more than simply putting water on the fire.

NFPA 1710 identifies the need for an initial full-alarm assignment of approximately 15–17 firefighters for a typical residential structure fire, depending on the configuration.

Those firefighters have specific responsibilities, including incident command, establishing a water supply, advancing attack and backup lines, search and rescue, ventilation, forcible entry, and firefighter rescue.

🚑 But what about the ambulance?

Ambulances are an important part of the fireground operation. Firefighters can be exposed to extreme heat, smoke, hazardous environments, and significant physical exertion. An ambulance and EMS crew on scene can immediately evaluate and treat civilians or firefighters who become injured or ill, rather than waiting for an ambulance to arrive after the emergency occurs.

EMS may also assist with rehabilitation—monitoring firefighters for signs of heat stress, dehydration, exhaustion, or other medical problems during extended incidents.

🏥 In 2025, 48 of the 81 U.S. firefighters who died while on duty died from cardiovascular events. (Per the U.S. Fire Administration)

So when you see fire apparatus and ambulances responding to a structure fire, it isn't because someone is necessarily already injured. It's because we plan for the possibility and worst outcome that someone could become injured.

Firefighting is a team operation, and every person and every piece of equipment has a purpose. 🚒🚑🔥

Annual reports and notifications of on-duty firefighter fatalities occurring from 1986 to the present.

08/26/2026

Please take a minute to read the post we’re sharing below and consider helping or simply sharing the post/page to help spread the word. Every bit of support makes a difference, and we greatly appreciate anything you can do to help.

We look forward to more opportunities becoming available to our first responders in the near future. Thank you for your continued support! 🚒🚑

🚨 Introducing the Grant County Firefighters Association 🚨
ONE COUNTY. ONE MISSION. ONE FAMILY.

Today, we are proud to introduce the Grant County Firefighters Association (GCFFA) — a newly established 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening, supporting the fire and EMS community, and creating a mechanism for grant county first responders to give back to communities across Grant County.

Our purpose is simple and community‑driven:
To provide high‑quality training, support countywide training operations, enhance interagency cooperation, and serve Grant County through charitable activities, education, and partnerships.

These priorities come directly from our bylaws and reflect the values our responders live by every day:
Service • Training • Cooperation • Community • Networking • Professionalism • Continuous Improvement • Stewardship • Respect

What do We Do?
✔ Provide and support high‑quality training for firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and rescue personnel
✔ Strengthen coordination and communication between all Grant County fire & EMS agencies
✔ Support charitable and community‑service initiatives that benefit local citizens
✔ Build partnerships with schools, civic groups, nonprofits, and local businesses
✔ Promote public safety, preparedness, and community engagement

Who Can Join?
Membership is open to ANY active firefighter, EMR, EMT, paramedic, or rescue responder in good standing with any department in Grant County.
We also welcome Outside Supporters — community members who want to stand behind our mission and help advance training, equipment support, and charitable programs.

Why does This Matter?
Grant County’s emergency responders deserve the best training, the strongest partnerships, and the best support possible. By bringing together Crittenden, Corinth, Dry Ridge, Jonesville, and Williamstown, we are building a more connected, better trained, and community‑focused emergency services system.

Supporting the Mission
Membership is $10/month, and all contributions support training, equipment assistance, charitable activities, and community programs that benefit Grant County.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/grant-county-firefighters-associations-memberships

If you have any questions feel free to shoot us an email or message us here!
📧 [email protected]

We are honored to serve Grant County and see just how far we can go! Today marks the beginning of a stronger, more unified future for our fire and EMS community.

08/21/2026

🚨 TRAINING EXERCISE NOTICE 08/22/2026🚨

Our community may notice multiple fire and EMS units operating in the area of Lloyd’s Wildlife Area and Grant County Park beginning at approximately 8:45 AM.

This activity is part of a planned emergency disaster training exercise involving fire and EMS personnel. These exercises are designed to help our responders prepare for large-scale emergencies and ensure we are ready to protect and serve our community when a real disaster occurs.

⚠️ There is NO emergency or reason for alarm. The increased presence of emergency vehicles and personnel is strictly for training purposes.

📍 Both Lloyd’s Wildlife and Grant County Park will remain open to the public during the training exercise. Visitors may see emergency vehicles, personnel, and training activities taking place throughout the area.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding while our responders train to be ready when our community needs us most.

Train today. Ready tomorrow. Serving our community always. 🚒

08/20/2026

🚒 ENGINE 22 IS NOW IN SERVICE! 🚒

After extensive training, preparation, and countless hours of work, we are proud to announce that Engine 22 is officially in service and making calls!

Engine 22 will now serve as our first-due apparatus for all fires, vehicle accidents, and rescue calls within our coverage area.

This is more than putting a new apparatus in service—it represents our commitment to being prepared, improving our response capabilities, and providing the best possible service to the communities we protect.

Our personnel have put in the time to train, learn the capabilities of Engine 22, and prepare for the emergencies we may face. Now, when the call comes in, Engine 22 will be ready to roll.

Thank you to our firefighters, families, supporters, and community for continuing to support your fire department!

08/12/2026

Back-to-School Safety 🚸📚

School is back, and that means more buses, more children walking, and more traffic on our roads. As everyone settles back into the school routine, here are a few reminders from your local fire department:

🚌 School buses: Stop when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended. Never pass a stopped school bus.

🚗 School zones: Slow down and stay alert. Children can be unpredictable, especially around drop-off and pickup areas.

🚶 Watch for pedestrians: Give children crossing the road plenty of space and never assume they see you.

📵 Put the phone down: A few seconds of distraction can have lifelong consequences.

🔥 At home: Make sure your children know two ways out of every room and have a designated meeting place outside.

🚪 Know the plan: Review your family's fire escape plan before the school year gets too busy.

🎒 Backpacks & hallways: Keep exits, stairways, and doorways clear of backpacks, shoes, and other belongings.

A safe school year starts with all of us doing our part. Slow down. Stay alert. Look out for one another.

From all of us here at Crittenden Fire/Rescue, have a safe and successful school year! 😊👨‍🚒🚒📚

08/07/2026

🚨 FIRE SAFETY FRIDAY 🚒

🚗 YOUR CAR CRASHED — NOW WHAT?

One thing we don't talk about enough: what you should NOT do after a serious crash.

If you've been involved in a significant collision:

❌ Don't try to remove yourself or others if you or others are trapped unless there is immediate life threats.

❌ Don't walk around the scene unless you're in immediate danger.

❌ Don't stand in traffic to check the damage.

❌ Don't remove a helmet or other protective equipment unless absolutely necessary.

❌ Don't move an injured person unless there is an immediate threat, such as fire.

✅ Turn on your hazard lights.

✅ Call 911.

✅ If you're able, provide dispatchers with your location and the number of people involved and/or injuries.

✅ Follow instructions from firefighters, EMS, and law enforcement when they arrive.

🚒 One of the most important things you can do at an accident scene is simply stay calm and let responders do their job.

Those few minutes can make a huge difference.
Know what to do before you need us.

08/06/2026

FOR SALE! 1993 E-One ladder, 500 gallon tank with a 1250 GPM pump. 75’ stick with an adjustable stream. Asking $50,000 or best offer.
Reach out with any questions or inquiries,
859-428-1767
[email protected]

08/04/2026

Class instructed by:
-Assitant Chief D. Ely (Crittenden Fire/Rescue)
-Lt. D. Honaker (City of Dry Ridge Fire Department)
-Tanner Hamilton (Rescue Technician)

This morning, our firefighters and EMS personnel participated in a large-scale school bus accident and vehicle extrication training to sharpen the skills needed for some of the most challenging emergencies we can face.

Bus crashes present unique challenges that differ greatly from standard vehicle accidents. Large passenger loads, difficult access to patients, and the need to coordinate multiple agencies make these incidents extremely complex. By training together in realistic scenarios, we improve our ability to work as one team, make critical decisions under pressure, and provide the safest and fastest care possible when lives are on the line.

We were proud to train alongside our partners from the City of Dry Ridge Fire Department, Williamstown Fire Department, Air Evac LifeTeam 133, and Complete Towing and Recovery. Training together strengthens the relationships and communication that are essential during real emergencies.

A special thank you goes to Gordon's Towing for donating two vehicles and to the Grant County School Transportation for donating the school bus that made this realistic training possible. Your generosity allowed our crews to gain valuable hands-on experience that simply cannot be replicated in a classroom.

We hope we never have to respond to an incident like this, but if we do, our community can rest assured that we are committed to preparing for the worst so we can provide the very best response when it matters most.

Train today. Ready tomorrow. Serving our community always. 🚒🚑

07/29/2026

Come out and support this great cause! We will have our fire trucks on display for all of the kiddos to look at! 🚒😁

📣 REMINDER: Be a Community Hero – Give Blood for Maddie Humbert! ❤️💛
This Saturday, our community has the opportunity to come together for an amazing cause and help save lives!
Join us for the Community Hero Blood Drive honoring Maddie Humbert, a brave young warrior fighting brain cancer. Every blood donation can make a difference for patients and families facing medical challenges every day.
📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM📍 Grant County Park, Crittenden, KY
🎵 Enjoy live music from Absent Dawn and Sami Riggs🍖 Great food from Rajin Ricky's BBQ🛍️ Multiple craft vendors🚒 Meet local first responders and community partners
Whether you're able to donate blood, shop local vendors, enjoy the entertainment, or simply come show your support, your presence will help make this event a success.
❤️ Save a life.💛 Support Maddie.🩸 Give blood.🏆 Be a Community Hero.
Please share this post and help us spread the word throughout Grant County and beyond!
air_evac_lifeteamhoxworthbloodcenter