Lafayette Indiana Fire Department

10/20/2026

Official Press Release - Multiple Vehicle Fire

LAFAYETTE, IN – 10/19/2026 -

At approximately 09:58 pm the Lafayette Fire Department responded to the report of multiple vehicles on fire next to a residential structure located at 2600 Bonny Lane. Upon arrival three vehicles were involved, and fire was starting to extend to the residence from the exterior. Fire crews quickly contained the fire, and damage to the residence was limited to the exterior with no internal involvement. All occupants and pets were confirmed to be safe.

The fire was found to have originated from the engine compartment of one of the vehicles. The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time.

10/20/2026

Sometimes it's just a little thank you that means so much.

Little Learners Preschool got a visit from Engine 8 recently so the kids followed it up with a sweet thank you picture which is now proudly hanging in the station!

Thank you Little Learners for inviting us to share with you a little bit about what we do to keep you safe!

City of Lafayette

10/13/2026

10/13/2026

10/09/2026

🚨 Chemical Spill Response 🧪

The Lafayette Fire Department responded to a chemical spill on October 8 that extended nearly four miles along South Street, Interstate 65, & State Road 25 North.

Please see the attached press release for incident details and public safety information.

Thank you to all responding agencies for their coordination, assistance, and resource support.

10/09/2026

Our 2026 check list is complete and the 28th Annual Greater Lafayette Fire Prevention Show is in the books!

✔ 3206 Children!
✔ 452 Teachers and chaperones!
✔ 27 Public Schools and Preschools from Tippecanoe, Carroll and Montgomery Counties!
✔ Sparky the Fire Dog!
✔ Free Wednesday Night Show for the public!
✔ Amazing Actors from LFD, WLFD and LPD!
✔ Talented Live Band with Great Music!
✔ Valuable fire safety lessons learned:
🚨 Call 911 in an emergency!
🚨 Don't play with fire! Matches and lighters are tools NOT toys!
🚨 If your clothes catch fire, STOP, DROP AND ROLL!
🚨 If you hear the beep when you sleep, don't hide! Roll out of bed and CRAWL, to safety.
🚨 Don't be afraid of firefighters, they look just like you and me under all of that gear! Firefighters are our friends!
🚨 Have a home escape plan with two ways out of every room and a family meeting place outside!
🚨 Wear a helmet when you ride your bike!
🚨 Always wear your seat belt! Buckle up before you go!

Thank you to all who participated and attended! And a HUGE THANK YOU to Sunnyside Intermediate School for graciously hosting our VERY LOUD audiences!

City of Lafayette West Lafayette Fire Department Lafayette Police Department Lafayette Professional Firefighters Local 472

10/09/2026

Emergency Personnel, including the LFD HazMat Response team are on the scene of a Hazardous Materials incident.

Please use caution and seek alternative routes.

City of Lafayette

***UPDATE at 11:00PM***

Clean up crews have concluded on South Street and that thoroughfare has been re-opened. The clean up efforts have now continued onto I-65 Northbound.

TRAFFIC ALERT: HAZMAT SPILL

Emergency crews are on scene of a hazardous materials spill in the 3900 block of South Street.

Drivers may experience delays or road closures along the following route:
- Eastbound South Street toward I-65
- Northbound I-65 toward the State Road 25/Schuyler Avenue exit

ISP, West Lafayette Police, Lafayette Police, and Lafayette Fire are on scene.

Please use caution in the area and consider alternate routes if possible. We’ll share updates as more information becomes available.

10/08/2026

LFD Lieutenant Joey Danaher is among those deployed to the gulf in support of Hurricane Isaias efforts

Please join us in sending the entire task force our thoughts and prayers for a safe and successful deployment.

City of Lafayette

10/05/2026

Keep all exits clear inside and outside of your home.

Household clutter can block residents from exiting and fire fighters from entering a home. The delay can take time away from fire fighters efforts to save victims, time that could be the difference between life and death. Follow these tips to stay safe and remove clutter from your household.