Scipio Geneva Fire Rescue

06/21/2026

⚠A TORNADO WATCH has been issued for parts of Indiana until 12 AM EDT!

06/21/2026

06/20/2026

Just after 12:00 PM this afternoon, Scipio-Geneva Fire Rescue was dispatched to a reported motor vehicle collision at the intersection of SR 7 and 850 W.
Rescue-21 and Brush-21 responded to the scene. Upon arrival, crews began patient assessment, scene stabilization, and traffic control. Firefighters assisted Rescue 20 with patient care and helped ensure the safety of motorists traveling through the area.
One patient was transported with minor injuries.
As always, we would like to thank Jennings County Dispatch, Jennings County Sheriff's Office, Pearson's Wrecker Service, Rescue 20, and Jennings County EMS for their assistance and continued partnership.
Your Scipio-Geneva Firefighters proudly serve you!

06/20/2026

Yesterday at approximately 5:00 PM, Scipio-Geneva Fire Rescue was dispatched to a reported two-vehicle accident on 300 North. Rescue-21, Brush-21, and firefighters responding in their POVs were dispatched to the scene.

Upon arrival, crews assessed the patients involved and ensured there were no leaking fluids or other hazards that could pose a danger to those on scene. One patient was transported with minor injuries.

We would like to thank Jennings County Dispatch, the Jennings County Sheriff's Office, Jennings County EMS, and Pearson's Wrecker Service for their assistance.

Your Scipio-Geneva Firefighters proudly serve you!

06/18/2026

Tornado Warning until 11:15pm!!!

🚨Tornado Warning including Seymour IN, Jonesville IN and Scipio IN until 11:15 PM EDT

06/18/2026

Stay Alert!

EXPIRED....Agencies have been monitoring this storm for the last few days. All indications are that this storm will go southward, and Jennings county may be included in the path of this weather. The tornado watch remains in effect until 1am. Stay weather aware, as we have been reporting, have a plan, and stay safe this evening and into the early morning hours.

Plans are in place for anyone who may need shelter as this storm passes through our community.
Current list:
St. Vincent Jennings Hospital 301 Henry St. N. Vernon.
The Wayside Inn 304 Hoosier St. N. Vernon.
Country Squire Lakes Clubhouse is going to be opened. 3342 Country Manor east.
NV Fire Dept. Station #62 on Madison Avenue next to Walmart.

Stay safe this evening, have a plan, stay informed, and have multiple ways to receive notifications during the nighttime hours.EXPIRED>>

06/17/2026

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT ⚠️

Severe storms are expected to move into our area this evening and may bring damaging winds, heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and the potential for tornadoes.

Your Scipio-Geneva Fire Rescue encourages everyone to stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive emergency alerts. Do not rely on outdoor warning sirens alone. Ensure your cell phone emergency alerts are enabled, have a weather radio available, and monitor trusted weather sources throughout the evening.

Take a few minutes now to review your emergency plans, charge your devices, and be prepared to seek shelter if warnings are issued.

Stay safe, and remember: when thunder roars, go indoors.

🚒 Scipio-Geneva Fire Rescue

The severe weather threat continues to shape up as expected. The rain currently moving through Indiana has stalled the warm front / storm fuel to where it sits just north of I-70 in central Indiana as of 4pm ET.

Rapid atmospheric recovery (rapidly building storm fuel) is now underway across Illinois behind the rain, which is allowing for unstable air to build in quickly for anywhere south of the warm front. So with that said, we anticipate the severe threat to continue this evening, just slightly shifted to the south.

The map below is the latest update from the Storm Prediction Center at 4pm, which we agree with wholeheartedly. This highlights where we think the best risk area is now currently shaping up. This area is roughly along I-74 and I-70 areas from Perrysville, down to Vincennes and east over to Indianapolis, Columbus and Bloomington areas.

Regardless, the ENTIRE STATE still has a risk for severe weather this evening, it just evidently clearer in the red zone.

The risk for significant severe weather continues with strong to intense tornadoes possible, damaging wind to 75+mph, and large up up to 2” in diameter.

Our live coverage is planned for 5pm ET but we may delay it slightly as storms are just starting to form in Illinois.

06/17/2026

🔥Monthly Training Night 🔥

Yesterday, your Scipio-Geneva Firefighters conducted their monthly training. Members met at the station before responding to a local residence to conduct a controlled burn of a brush pile.

This training provided newer members with valuable hands-on experience, including operating emergency vehicles and learning how to run the pumps on our apparatus. Upon arrival, firefighters first soaked the surrounding area to help prevent the fire from spreading before safely igniting and monitoring the burn.

At Scipio-Geneva Fire Rescue, we continually train to improve our skills and better serve both our community and our members. Training like this helps ensure we are prepared for the next emergency when the call comes in.

Do you have a brush pile you've been wanting to burn but don't have access to a water source? Send us a message through our page to see if we can help. Small donations go a long way in supporting your volunteer fire department and helping us continue serving our community.

🚒 Your Scipio-Geneva Firefighters proudly serve you! 🚒

06/10/2026

🚒 Tonight, your Scipio-Geneva Firefighters are at the Jennings County Fair providing fire coverage during the tractor pulls in the grandstands.

While several of our members are on duty at the fairgrounds, we remain fully capable of responding to emergencies throughout our district. Additional firefighters are available and on standby at home to ensure that any calls for service receive a prompt response.

We hope everyone enjoys a safe and fun evening at the fair. If you're attending the tractor pulls, please be mindful of your surroundings and follow all event safety guidelines.

Your Scipio-Geneva Firefighters proudly serve you! 🚒🇺🇸

06/06/2026

🚒 Brush Fire Response – Scipio-Geneva Fire Rescue 🚒

This morning, just after 11:00 AM, Scipio-Geneva Fire Rescue was dispatched to a brush fire that had spread beyond the homeowner's intended burn area. Brush-21, Tanker-21, and Engine-22 responded to the scene.

The homeowner had been burning brush from dead trees and was attempting to prevent the fire from spreading into a nearby wooded area. Although a water hose was available on scene, the fire had grown significantly due to the amount of fuel involved. Fire personnel quickly worked to contain and extinguish the fire before it could spread further.

Members of Scipio-Geneva Fire Rescue will be returning in the coming weeks to assist with a planned controlled burn under safer and more controlled conditions.

As a reminder, always use caution when conducting any outdoor burning, and ensure adequate resources are available before igniting a fire.

Your Scipio-Geneva Firefighters proudly serve you! 🚒🔥