Union_Fire_Territory

05/25/2026

Today Union Fire remembers and honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

05/04/2026

On 04/30/2026 at approximately 7:40 PM, Union Fire was dispatched for a reported illegal burn with heavy black smoke.Engines 31, 32, and 30 responded. Upon arrival, crews found a demolished structure being burned, which included shingles and other materials not permitted to be burned.
Crews quickly began fire suppression operations to extinguish the fire and eliminate the hazard. Units remained on scene for approximately 1.5 hours.

Reminder: Burning materials such as shingles, construction debris, and other prohibited items is illegal and can create serious health and environmental hazards.
Union Fire encourages everyone to follow local burning regulations and contact authorities if you are unsure what is permitted.

05/04/2026

Happy national firefighters day to our members.

05/03/2026

Union Fire was dispatched at 2:12 AM on 05/03 to County Road 600 E for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival Engine 31 found the structure to be fully involved. Engine 32 also responded to the scene.Engine 31 initiated fire suppression operations working to bring the fire under control. Mutual aid was requested for tanker support from Carlisle-Haddon Fire Department and Sullivan Fire Department.
Once the fire was knocked down, crews conducted overhaul operations to locate and extinguish any remaining hot spots and ensure the fire was fully out. Crews were on scene for approximately 5 hours total.The building was confirmed to be unoccupied at the time of the incident, and no injuries were reported.

Union Fire would like to thank all assisting agencies for their assistance.

04/27/2026

‼️Turn around don’t drown!‼️

03/15/2026

Severe weather⛈️ is expected to move through our area later this afternoon and evening, with the potential for damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. Residents are encouraged to stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

Per Sullivan County EMA, public shelters will be available beginning around 6:00 PM this evening at the following locations:

• EMA Office – 60 West Harris Street, Sullivan
• Crossroads Church – Sullivan square
• Fairbanks Community Building (Old School)
• Merom Bluff Church
• Old Dugger Gymnasium Basement
• Hymera Baptist Church

If you feel unsafe at home or need a safe place for you and your family during the storms, these locations will be open to the public.
Please continue to monitor weather updates have a plan in place and stay alert throughout the evening.

Union Fire reminds everyone to take severe weather seriously and seek shelter immediately if warnings are issued.

03/13/2026

03/06/2026

Union Fire was dispatched at approximately 2:00 PM on 3/5/2026 to assist the Sullivan Fire Department after a box truck driver drove down a flooded roadway and became trapped in his vehicle due to rising floodwaters. Union Fire responded with Brush 34 and Boat 1.
Upon arrival crews launched the boat and were able to safely reach the driver and transport him back to dry ground. Water levels in the area were estimated to be approximately 4–5 feet deep.

This incident serves as an important reminder never drive through flooded roadways. Even shallow water can quickly stall vehicles or sweep them away.Union Fire encourages everyone to Turn Around, Don’t Drown and avoid driving through flooded areas

03/04/2026

Union Fire Territory is currently on scene of a large tree across the roadway just outside of Dugger just before the curve headed to Linton please be careful and use caution and slow down and let crews work.

02/19/2026

Severe storms are expected across our area this afternoon and evening, with the potential for damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes. Now is the time to review your safety plan, secure outdoor items, and ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts. please stay weather aware and seek shelter immediately if a warning is issued.

⚠️UPGRADE to level 3/5 severe risk today!

HAZARDS:
-Damaging winds to 60-65mph
-Large Hail up to 1.50" in diameter (Ping Pong Ball Size)
-Several tornadoes, some could be strong in the orange zone

TIMING:
2pm through 11pm ET

DISCUSSION:
Ingredients are becoming increasingly favorable for an all hazards severe weather threat across much of the state. Storm fuel and wind shear are increasing for southern counties, which has further raised concerns for a more scattered to widespread threat of severe weather. While the entire state has a risk today, we are keyed in on the enhanced risk in orange, as a couple strong EF-2+ tornadoes may occur today within this zone in particular.

Have multiple ways to receive warnings. We will be LIVE around 2-3pm ET here on Facebook and YouTube to cover this event in it's entirety with both storm chasers in the field and radar updates.