Allen Volunteer Fire Department

10/26/2026

Another successful trunk or treat, this evening with the Allen Vol Fire Dept & Cow Creek Vol Fire Dept. We want to thank The Cow Creek FWB church and The Warehouse church for inviting us to participate. Serving our community is why we are here. We are proud of our communities

10/24/2026

The Allen Fire Dept was happy to participate in the Trunk or Treat events with The City of Allen and Luv Homes. All the kids had a great time and the parents too.

10/18/2026

🚒 HONORING A FALLEN BROTHER IN SERVICE 🚒

The Allen Volunteer Fire Department was honored to stand alongside our fellow first responders today, Sunday, October 18, 2026, to assist in es**rting Retired Prestonsburg Fire Department Lieutenant Tim Johnson home to Floyd County from Louisville.

The es**rt began at the Mountain Arts Center and continued to Nelson Frazier Funeral Home, Martin KY, where arrangements will be made for Lieutenant Johnson’s funeral services.

Those participating in this solemn es**rt included the Prestonsburg Fire Department, Allen Volunteer Fire Department, Floyd County Emergency & Rescue Squad, City of Martin Volunteer Fire Department , Auxier Volunteer Fire Department, Middle Creek Volunteer Fire Department, and City of Prestonsburg, Kentucky Police Department.

It is a privilege and a profound honor to stand together as first responders to show our respect for a brother in service. Today, we were reminded that the bond between those who serve goes far beyond department lines. It is a bond built on sacrifice, dedication, and brotherhood.

Please keep Lieutenant Johnson’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

🚒 Rest easy, Lieutenant Johnson. Thank you for your service and dedication to our community. You are home. ❤️🖤

— Allen Volunteer Fire Department

10/18/2026

🚒🇺🇸 47TH ANNUAL RED, WHITE & BLUE PARADE 🇺🇸🚒

Yesterday, October 17, 2026, members of the Allen Volunteer Fire Department had the privilege of attending the 47th Annual Red, White & Blue Parade in Martin, Kentucky! ❤️🤍💙

We are proud to be part of a community that comes together to celebrate, honor our traditions, and show support for our local first responders and neighbors.

🎥 Check out this video of the parade, courtesy of WMDJ FM 100.1!

From all of us at Allen Volunteer Fire Department, thank you to everyone who made this event possible! 🚒🇺🇸

Serving Our Community With Pride! ❤️‍🔥

10/17/2026

We are so happy Landon is home! We the Allen Volunteer Fire Department hope the Samons family knows just how loved they are. Please continue to pray for him & his family 🧡

10/16/2026

💙 WELCOME HOME, LANDON! 💙

The Allen Volunteer Fire Department is honored to be part of Landon’s journey home tonight. Our department assisted with this accident scene, and it means so much to be part of this special homecoming as Landon continues his road to recovery.

After 139 days of fighting, Landon’s strength and courage are an inspiration to our entire community. We ask everyone to continue keeping Landon and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

Floyd County is behind you, Landon! Welcome home, buddy! 💙🙏🚒

💙 BRINGING LANDON HOME 💙

For the past 139 days, Floyd Central senior Landon Samons has been fighting for his life and working hard toward recovery following a horrible tragedy. Throughout these months, he has shown tremendous strength and courage. Please continue to keep Landon and his family in your thoughts and prayers as his recovery continues.

Tonight, we are honored to join his family, friends, and classmates in welcoming him HOME!

If you would like to show your support, we will be passing by the Mountain Arts Center around 7:30 p.m. tonight. Supporters may park safely along the shoulder, keeping the roadway clear, and honk their horns, wave, or hold up a sign to welcome him home.

Let’s show Landon how much his community loves and supports him! 💙

10/16/2026

🚒 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Allen Volunteer Fire Department
Structure Fire – Cow Creek Area, Prestonsburg, Kentucky
October 16, 2026

Fire Departments Respond to Fully Involved Structure Fire on Rene Lane

PRESTONSBURG, KY Allen Volunteer Fire Department and Cow Creek Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire on Rene Lane, just off KY-194 in the Cow Creek area of Prestonsburg.

Upon arrival of the first responding engine, firefighters observed that the residence was fully involved in fire. Fire crews immediately began operations to address the incident.

Responding apparatus included Cow Creek Engine 3, Cow Creek Tanker 1, Allen Engine 2, and Allen Command 2. Approximately 12 gallons of firefighting foam were utilized during suppression operations.

Big Sandy Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation (RECC) was notified and requested to respond to the scene.

No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

We appreciate the coordinated efforts of all responding personnel and agencies who worked together at the scene.

Additional information will be released if it becomes available.

10/16/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨

Cow Creek Fire Department, along with Allen Volunteer Fire Department, is responding to a reported structure fire on Rene Lane, just off KY-194 in the Cow Creek area of Prestonsburg.

Please use extra caution when traveling through the area and be alert for emergency vehicles.

Please keep our firefighters and everyone involved in your thoughts and prayers.

10/16/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

***Road Closure - Oklahoma Hollow, Allen KY***

Oklahoma Hollow, Allen KY is currently closed to all traffic due to a large tree that has fallen and brought down power lines, making the roadway impassable. Floyd County District 2 magistrate has been contacted and crews are responding to clear the roadway.