Bardstown Fire Department

10/20/2026

Ok folks its getting to be that time of year again. Mark your calendars to come join your first responders for a safe night of trick or treating. We hope to see you there.

10/20/2026

Today is Test it Tuesday

Tonight, try sleeping with your bedroom door closed.
A closed door can help slow down the spread of smoke, heat, and flames. Allowing more time for your family more time to escape.

10/20/2026

On 10/19 at 19:35 hours, the Bardstown Fire Department and Nelson County Fire and Rescue was dispatched by Nelson County Dispatch to Long John Silvers for a report of a structure fire. NCFR Ladder 81 arrived on scene within 3 minutes and found that a deep fryer had caught fire but self extinguished before the hood system suppression system released. Crews checked for extension and found none. The business will be able to return to normal operations. Crews were on scene for about 30 minutes.
BFD responding units: Car-1, Engine 2, Ladder 2
NCFR responding units: 800, 801, 803, Ladder 81

10/19/2026

On 10/19 at 12:04 hours, the Bardstown Fire Department was dispatched by Nelson County Dispatch to the 500 block of Bloomfield Road for a report of a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision. When the first unit arrived on scene, it was determined that one patient would have to be extricated from the vehicle. Crews used the Jaws of Life to pop open the driver side door and removed the patient. Patient was transported by Nelson County EMS for non-life threating injuries. Crews were on scene for about 30 minutes.

Patient conditions described in this release reflect observations and assessments made by responding personnel at the scene. These assessments are preliminary and may differ from diagnoses or the extent of injuries determined through subsequent medical evaluation. The Bardstown Fire Department does not routinely receive updates regarding patients' diagnoses or treatment following transport to a medical facility. To protect patient privacy, additional medical information is not released unless appropriately authorized and verified.

10/19/2026

On 10/18 at 20:42 hours, the Bardstown Fire Department was dispatched by Nelson County Dispatch to the 2000 block of Elmcrest Drive for a report of a deep fryer on fire outside. When the first unit arrived on scene within four minutes, they found a blanket and deep fryer on fire. The occupant attempted to put out the deep fryer fire with a blanket causing the blanket to catch fire as well. Crews extinguished the fire. Crews were on scene for about 30 minutes.

10/19/2026

On 10/18 at 19:24 hours, the Bardstown Fire Department was dispatched by Nelson County Dispatch to Wal-Mart for a report of a vehicle fire. When the first unit arrived on scene four minutes later, the fire had self-extinguished. Crews checked the vehicle for extension and suppression. Crews were on scene for about 20 minutes.

10/19/2026

On 10/18 at 16:40 hours, the Bardstown Fire Department was dispatched by Nelson County Dispatch to the 100 block of Federal Place for a vehicle fire in the engine compartment of a vehicle. When the first unit arrived on scene in four minutes, the owner of the vehicle had extinguished the fire. Crews examined the vehicle to ensure it was completely extinguished. Crews were on scene for about 20 minutes.

10/19/2026

On 10/18 at 15:35 hours, the Bardstown Fire Department along with Nelson County Fire and Nelson County Fire & Rescue was dispatched by Nelson County Dispatch to the 200 block of S Third Street for a report of a structure fire. When crews arrived on scene 4 minutes later, they found an oven that had been on fire on the second floor and light smoke conditions. The occupant of the apartment used a fire extinguisher to put out the fire. The occupant was treated by Nelson County EMS for smoke inhalation on scene and was not transported. Crews checked for extension and ventilated the structure. Crews were on scene for about 30 minutes.
BFD responding units: Car-1, Engine 2, Ladder 2
NCFR responding units: 800, 801, 807, Engine 81

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10/19/2026

On 10/18 at 13:26 hours, the Bardstown Fire Department and Nelson County Fire and Nelson County Fire & Rescue was dispatched by Nelson County Dispatch to the Heaven Hill Heritage Center for a report of a structure fire. When the first apparatus arrived on scene 3 minutes later, they found smoke and fire on the 2nd floor landing of the exterior staircase with fire impinging on the building. Crews deployed a 1 3/4" hand line and quickly gained control of the fire at 13:36. Extensive overhaul was completed by removing the exterior metal facade. When this was removed crews found charred insulation which was also removed. Crews checked the interior for extension and found none. The cause of the fire was an improperly disposed of cigarette. Crews were on scene for about an hour.
BFD responding apparatus: Car-1, Ladder 2, Engine 2

10/19/2026

On 10/18 at 10:38, the Bardstown Fire Department along with Nelson County Fire and Nelson County Fire & Rescue was dispatched by Nelson County Dispatch to the 500 block of Timber Trails in Boston for a report of a structure fire. When Nelson County Fire Command arrived on scene, a small structure had already collapsed to the ground and defensive operations were only necessary. Bardstown Fire was cancelled.

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