08/09/2026
Amongst numerous other calls for assistance in the last week, on Saturday August 1st we responded to a gas line that had been struck and ignited, nearly catching a home on fire.
The next day we were called out for an electrical fire in the wall of a home. The fire was contained, but minor damage occurred.
On Tuesday August 4th we assisted Knox-Center Township Fire Department on a commercial structure fire. Engine 16-1 went in service. Our engine company assisted with locating and extinguishing the fire in the attic space, along with salvage and overhaul. We were in service for around 2 hours. San Pierre Vol Fire Department, Inc. went on standby to help cover our area during that time.
Yesterday, August 9th, we responded to an attic fire in town. Prior to our arrival the fire was contained to a small area by a helpful neighbor from the exterior. We made entry to the attic, cleared all material involved in the fire and provided ventilation to the space.
Whenever we have a possible or confirmed structure fire, our MABAS automatic aid system is utilized and we get automatic aid from Knox FD, San Pierre FD and Starke County EMS on the initial response. The automatic aid system has been a great help around the county and country alike, as volunteer fire departments struggle to not only fill rosters but find it especially challenging during weekday calls during the daytime to provide proper manpower.
If you have thought about volunteering, now is the time!
