Our Condolences...
Release Date: March 8, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Specialist Jeremy Gullet who gave his life in the line of duty serving our nations Army in Afghanistan on Wednesday March 7, 2008.

Skills Testing
Release Date: April 5, 2008

Flatwoods Firefighters participated in skills testing at the Flatwoods station. Firefighters were required to perform several basic stations simulating many necessary daily skills, including donning personal protective equipment, operating ventilation fans, raising ladders, identifying location of common hand tools, advancing handlines, search and rescue, hydrant connection, and changing scba cylinders. This testing was part of an ongoing annual testing required of all members active on the department. Additional testing is scheduled for other members on Saturday April 19, 2008.

Motor Vehicle Accident
Release Date: April 3, 2008

Flatwoods Fire Department responded to the scene of an accident with injuries in the intersection of Bellefonte Road at Todd Street, approximately 13:00. Upon arrival patients were in the care of Greenup EMS. Cleanup was performed on the roadway of glass and other debris.

Grill Fire
Release Date: March 31, 2008

Engine 3 & Rescue 5 responded at approximately 19:45 to a grill on fire at 2004 Court Street. The grill was on the enclosed back porch of the residence where the family was home but safe. Crews utilized a dry chemical extinguisher to smother the flames in the area of the propane fuel cylinder and close the valve. No extension into the structure was found.

Structure Fire
Release Date: March 21, 2008

Engines 3, 1, & Rescue 5 responded to a confirmed working structure fire at 912 Diedrich Drive at approximately 20:45. Russell Fire Department was requested for manpower, and was joined by Wurtland Fire Department who assisted both departments with R.I.T. support during suppression efforts. Residents were at home at the time of the fire but were able to evacuate with no injury. Overhaul efforts were lengthy, attempting to recover the homeowners pictures and other valuables.

Child in Tree
Release Date: March 16, 2008

Firefighters responded to 1803 North Street to a child stuck in a tree. Firefighter Caudill climbed the tree approximately fifteen feet and assisted the child down to safety. The child was evaluated on scene by Greenup EMS and released to his mother.

New Lieutenants Named
Release Date: March 15, 2008

Congratulations to Keith Kitchen and James "Bub" Litteral who were promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Both have served loyally with the Flatwoods Fire Department for ten plus years.

Structure Fire
Release Date: March 15, 2008

Flatwoods Fire Department responded Engine 3, Engine 1, & Rescue 5 to a reported structure fire at 3109 Reed Street in the area of Fountain Street. Flatwoods Police Officer Chris Castle spotted the fire and alerted the occupants who were able to safely evacuate their home. Suppression was made to the fire in the attic, in the area of the stove flue pipe. Checks for extension and overhaul were performed. Wurtland Fire Department assisted with R.I.T. support. Scene was cleared without incident.

Article from the family published in Ashland Daily Independent's
"In Your View" section, available here.

Brush Fire
Release Date: March 13, 2008

Crews from Flatwoods, Russell, and Wurtland Fire Departments fought a brush fire in the area of 2600 Camelia Drive. No damage was sustained by surrounding structures in the area of the 2-3 acre fire.

Structure Fire
Release Date: March 7, 2008

At 15:40, Flatwoods Fire Department received a call for a structure fire at 805 England Lane. Engines 3, 1 & Unit 6 responded to the single story structure. Fire was found inside the structure as well as in the walls of the structure from the outside. Crews worked to extinguish the flames and performed overhaul. Wurtland Fire Department assisted with R.I.T. coverage.

Structure Fire
Release Date: February 14, 2008

Crews responded to a structure fire originating in the basement kitchen area of 1000 Argillite Road. Fire damage was contained to the room of origin and the structure ventilated for heat and smoke. Contact was made with the Greenup County chapter of the Red Cross for assistance with lodging for the occupants who were displaced due to power and gas utilities being disconnected pending inspection/repair by respective proper authorities.

Vehicle Fire
Release Date: February 13, 2008

Engines 3, 1, & Rescue 5 responded to a vehicle fire inside a detached carport at 1505 Clearwater Street. E-3's company made first attack on a fiberglass classic car parked inside. The call came in at 15:48 and was called under control shortly after. No damage was sustained to the primary structure which stood nearby. Crews ventilated smoke from the area and performed overhaul. Cleared without incident.

Photo credit: Bob Nolan

Structure Fire
Release Date: February 1, 2008

Flatwoods Fire Department responded to a working structure fire at Meadowwood Apartments on Clay Street at approximately 02:45. Crews battled the blaze which did extensive damage to one apartment unit and moderate damage to the neighboring unit. Power was disconnected at the structure, displacing eight families who were offered temporary assistance from the Greenup County Red Cross chapter. Residents were home, but none were injured. Several were evaluated on scene by Greenup EMS. Crews from Russell Fire Department assisted in supression and overhaul efforts which lasted well into the night.

Mutual Aid to Russell Fire Department
Release Date: January 25, 2008

Flatwoods Rescue 5 responded to the early morning request for manpower given by Russell Fire Department on a structure fire in Bellefonte which crews worked for most of the day. See Ashland Daily Independent's article here.

Structure Fire
Release Date: January 24, 2008

Flatwoods Fire Department responded to a confirmed report of a working structure fire at 1304 Bellefonte Road. Engine 3 arrived and began battling the blaze, containing fire damage to the room of origin. Wurtland Fire Department responded at the request of Flatwoods to provide Rapid Intervention Team support while crew from Engine 1 assisted in suppression and overhaul. No one was home at the time of the incident, which was reported at approximately 17:00, and no injuries were sustained. Thanks to Wurtland Fire Department who responded to Flatwoods request for Rapid Intervention Team support and were on scene throughout the fire suppression efforts.

Photo credit: Debbie Barney

Christmas Banquet/Parade
Release Date: December 2, 2007

Thanks to everyone who came out for the annual Christmas parade.

The members of Flatwoods Fire Department enjoyed a great evening of friendship and food at our annual Christmas banquet, Saturday evening (Dec. 1, 2007). Awards were given to several members for their service throughout the 2007 year. Special guests included Mayor Bobby F. Crager. Pictures to come soon.

Happy Thanksgiving!
Release Date: November 21, 2007

Flatwoods Fire Department would like to extend greetings from our family to yours this Thanksgiving season!
We hope that you have a safe and happy holiday!