11/03/2026
On November 3rd at 4:26am, HCFD was alerted of a possible fire after neighbors heard a smoke detector from an adjacent apartment. MVFD was requested for mutual aid. HCPD arrived and located smoke coming from the structure.
Fire units were on scene shortly after and forced the door to find smoke had filled the apartment. A hose line was deployed in the apartment to locate fire in the kitchen area. Two personnel quickly completed a search of the apartment and fire suppression simultaneously.
Other fire personnel and HCPD completed evacuations of the adjacent apartments. During ventilation after overhaul efforts, amounts of smoke and carbon monoxide were located within the neighboring apartments. Each apartment was ventilated and evaluated with gas monitors to ensure reentry was safe. Unfortunately 4 occupants were displaced due to minor water damage below the fire apartment. Our thoughts and prayers are with all affected.
The speed and efficiency was a reflection of the dedication and training the of Horse Cave and Munfordville Fire members, along with the working relations of all departments present. We thank the law enforcement and Hart Co EMS that assisted during the incident.
