Jackson Township Vol. Fire Department

05/31/2026

This evening members trained on scba's and gear drills.

05/19/2026

This morning we were called for a vehicle stuck in flood waters on Old Palmyra Rd near the intersection of Dutch Creek. Upon arrival units discovered an individual in a tree with his vehicle completely submerged in fast moving water. Conservation officers was contacted for assistance but had a delayed response. Palmyra Fire and Highlander Fire was called to provide assistance. Once on scene Water rescue techs from Jackson, Palmyra and Highlander entered the water to preform the rescue. The driver was successfully rescued with no injuries. This was the fourth water rescue call of the morning. Thanks to Palmyra Fire, Highlander Fire, WCSD, WCEMS, EMA, and Conservation for all the assistance.

05/19/2026

Jackson Township Fire Department was dispatched last night at approximately 23:15 to the area of the 1900 block of Dutch Creek road for a vehicle in high water. While on scene we were dispatched for three additional vehicles stuck in high water on Dutch Creek road. Thank you to Washington County Sheriff Department, Washington County EMS and Floyd County Highlander Fire for the assistance.

05/10/2026

Today, we would like to wish all of the incredible Mothers a very Happy Mother’s Day!

05/08/2026

Yesterday Jackson Twp Fire Chief Nate Thompson had the privilege of the participating in the career fair at East Washington Middle School representing career side and promoting the Volunteer side of becoming a firefighter. Thank you EWMS for having me, it was fun!

05/04/2026

Today on International Firefighters Day, we highlight the dedication of our volunteer firefighters.

04/27/2026

04/24/2026

This week several members are attending fdic in Indianapolis. This is the world's largest fire department convention.

04/24/2026

At approximately 10:44 Jackson Township was dispatched to East rolling meadows drive for a structure fire. Mutual aid was requested from Pierce-Polk, Salem, Floyd County Highlander Fire and from clark county Borden Fire. An aggressive interior was performed.

04/21/2026

Bridge rehabilitation project to begin on State Road 335 in Washington County

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Ram Construction Services Inc. is scheduled to begin a bridge rehabilitation project on State Road 335 on or after Monday, April 27, south of Martinsburg.

Work will take place over Bear Creek, located between Bear Creek Road and Bethlehem Church Road and is expected to be complete in mid-May, weather permitting. During the project, intermittent flagging operations and shoulder closures will be used on S.R. 335.

This project is part of a contract awarded to Ram Construction in February 2026. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.