New Carlisle Fire Department

06/02/2026

Last week, members at the New Carlisle Fire Department completed a Driver/Operator Aerial course. While several members were already certified, they still attended the course to refresh and sharpen their skills behind the wheel and on the aerial device.

In the fire service, training never stops. Continuous repetition and hands-on experience are critical to maintaining proficiency and ensuring we can safely and effectively serve our community when called upon.

A huge thank you to Cortney Brooks for instructing the course and sharing his knowledge and experience with our personnel. We appreciate the opportunity to continue building better operators and stronger firefighters.

05/31/2026

Understanding Fire Behavior Through Hands-On Training

Understanding fire behavior and modern fire dynamics is one of the most important aspects of today’s fire service. The way fire reacts to ventilation, flow paths, door control, and suppression efforts can drastically impact both firefighter safety and civilian survivability.

To continue improving our training in these areas, New Carlisle Fire Department built three FSRI-inspired training dollhouses — one for each shift — that allowed our members to conduct hands-on fire dynamics training in a controlled environment. These props give firefighters the opportunity to visualize and better understand how fire conditions change based on tactical decisions made on the fireground.

Training with these dollhouses helps reinforce critical concepts such as:

• Flow path development
• Ventilation-limited fires
• Door control
• Smoke movement
• Water application effects
• Coordinated fire attack

By slowing incidents down and allowing firefighters to actually see fire behavior develop, these training props create valuable learning opportunities that directly translate to safer and more effective operations on real incidents.

A special thank you to Firefighter Jacob Wood for building these training props for our department. Having dedicated members willing to use their skills and time to improve training opportunities for everyone is something we are extremely grateful for.

Protecting Our Communities.

05/27/2026

UPCOMING CPR CLASS!!

June 8, 9:00 EST

New Carlisle Fire Station
204 E. Michigan St.

sign up at: https://tinyurl.com/NCFDCPR

05/26/2026

On Saturday, May 23rd, Reed Robinson and Ella Scott were awarded the Jamie Middlebrook Memorial Scholarship by the New Carlisle Fire Department, honoring fallen firefighter Jamie Middlebrook.

As a part of the recognition, both students also received $5000 to go toward post-high school expenses. Thank you NCFD for providing great opportunities for New Prairie Seniors!!!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Join our community for the Memorial Day Parade - kicks off at 10:00 AM EST.

05/22/2026

Our hearts are with Deputy Jon Samuelson, his family, and the entire La Porte County Sheriff's Department during this difficult time. Deputy Samuelson was shot three times while doing what he does best, helping someone in need. We ask our community to lift him and his loved ones in prayer.

Deputy Samuelson's dedication to serving and protecting our community exemplifies the courage and selflessness that our first responders show every single day. As neighboring emergency services, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our brothers and sisters during this incredibly heart breaking time.

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

🚨🌊 Surface Water Rescue Operations/Technician Course Announcement 🌊🚨

The New Carlisle Fire Department Training Division is proud to host a Surface Water Rescue Operations/Technician course.

This course will cover:
• Managing Water Rescue Incidents
• Watercraft Rescue Operations
• Watercraft Rescue Technician
• Surface Water Rescue Operations
• Surface Water Rescue Technician
• Helicopter Operations
• Hands-on pool and lake rescue evolutions

📚 Reference Material:
Water Rescue: Principles and Practice to NFPA 1006 and 1670

📍 Class Location:
New Carlisle Fire Department
204 E. Michigan St.
New Carlisle, IN 46552

🏊 Pool Skills Location:
New Prairie High School

🚤 Lake Skills Location:
Hudson Lake

⏰ Class Time:
0830–1630 each scheduled day

📅 Classroom / Lecture Date:
• June 29

🏊 Pool Skills Dates:
• June 30
• July 1

🚤 Lake Skills Dates:
• July 2
• July 3

📝 Written Test:
• July 3

⚠️ Prerequisites:
• Must meet Indiana Fire & Public Safety Academy requirements
• Students are responsible for their textbooks

For additional information or questions, please contact the New Carlisle Fire Department.

05/20/2026

***update**

Class date changed from 5/25 to 5/30

🚒 Driver/Operator – Aerial Course Announcement 🚒

The New Carlisle Fire Department is proud to host a Driver/Operator – Aerial course.

This course will cover:
• Introduction to Aerial Fire Apparatus
• Positioning Aerial Apparatus
• Stabilizing Aerial Apparatus
• Operating Aerial Apparatus
• Aerial Strategies & Tactics
• Hands-on skills and practical evolutions

📚 Reference Material:
IFSTA Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook – 3rd Edition

📍 Location:
New Carlisle Fire Department
204 E. Michigan St.
New Carlisle, IN 46552

⏰ Class Time:
0830–1600 on scheduled class days

🔄 Shift-Friendly Schedule:
To help accommodate rotating schedules, each section of the course is offered across three separate dates. Students may choose the date that best fits their schedule from the corresponding row on the syllabus.

📅 Classroom / Lecture Dates:
• May 24
• May 26
• May 28

🛠️ Skills Dates:
• May 27
• May 29
*May 30

📝 Written Test:
• May 25

⚠️ Prerequisites:
• Valid Driver’s License
• Driver Operator General Certification
• Must meet Indiana Fire & Public Safety Academy requirements

💻 Important:
All students are required to create an IFSTA ResourceOne account prior to the start of class.

For additional information or questions, please contact [email protected]

05/19/2026

IMPORTANT PRESS RELEASE FROM INDIANA DEPT. OF HEALTH

GOV. BRAUN URGES PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT DROWNING
AHEAD OF MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

INDIANAPOLIS - With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start of summer, Gov. Mike Braun and the Indiana Department of Health urge Hoosier families to prioritize water safety and take steps to prevent drowning. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is the leading cause of injury or death for children ages 1 to 4 years.

“Drowning can happen quickly and quietly, especially for young children,” Gov. Braun said. “As Hoosiers head into Memorial Day weekend and the summer season, I encourage families to make water safety a priority so everyone can enjoy Indiana’s lakes, pools, and waterways safely.”

Two-thirds of drowning deaths occur between May and August, and boys account for three out of four child drowning deaths. More information about water safety, including toolkits, potential hazards and training resources, is available on the IDOH website.

Follow these simple steps to stay safe around water this summer:
Designate a responsible adult to supervise children closely and constantly. When they have access to water, assign a specific adult to supervise each child
Wear a life jacket while boating and be aware of local conditions
Avoid distracting activities like reading, using the phone, and consuming alcohol or drugs while watching children in or near water because drowning happens fast
“In 2018-2023, 127 Indiana residents younger than 18 years died due to drowning,” said State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver, M.D., FACEP. “These deaths can be prevented, so please take these precautions and stay alert while having fun in the water.”

Unfortunately, deaths due to drownings have increased in the United States since 2019, with more than 4,500 people drowning each year. Most of these deaths occur in residential swimming pools. IDOH recommends the following tips to enjoy pools safely:
Prioritize teaching children how to swim
Never leave a child unattended in or near water
Ensure all pools and spas have compliant drain covers and teach children to stay away from drains
Know how to perform CPR on children and adults
In partnership with the National Center for Fatality Review and Prevention, IDOH participates in the National Drowning Registry. Through this registry, local Child Fatality Review teams help conduct comprehensive surveillance of all pediatric drownings and standardize the investigation process to better understand the burden of drowning deaths among youth and prevent future fatalities from occurring.

Visit the Indiana Department of Health at www.health.in.gov for important health and safety information or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/StateHealthIN.