Lizton Union Township Fire Department

10/19/2026

N SR-39 is closed between W CR 950 N & W CR 975 N at this time due to a serious vehicle accident. Please avoid the area and find alternative routes of travel.

10/09/2026

Our crews are out here for another beautiful evening of high school football. Go Bruins!

10/09/2026

As always, we were happy to join North Salem Fire Rescue/Eel River Township Fire at North Salem Elementary for Fire Prevention Week!

Crews were able to take the opportunity to talk to students about fire prevention and life safety, followed by taking students outside to see the fire trucks and equipment we use daily!

10/04/2026

Yesterday, members of the Lizton / Union Township Fire Department, along with Jamestown Fire Department, were invited to train with Pittsboro Fire Department’s A Shift for live fire training.

Training with our mutual aid partners gives our crews the opportunity to work together before the emergency happens—strengthening communication, learning how each department operates, and building the working relationships that are so important on the fireground.

Thank you to Pittsboro Fire Department for inviting us out and providing a great opportunity to train together!

09/24/2026

The Lizton / Union Township Fire Department is excited to announce the arrival of 41 sections of new 1¾” Key Fire Hose and 8 Elkhart Brass nozzles, purchased through MacQueen Emergency Solutions.

This equipment is more than just an upgrade—it’s an investment in the safety of the residents, families, businesses, and visitors we serve every day. Providing our firefighters with reliable, modern equipment helps ensure we are prepared to respond when our community needs us most.

We are grateful for the continued support of the Lizton and Union Township community and proud to continue improving the service we provide.

09/11/2026

Today marks 25 years since the attacks of September 11, 2001—a day that forever changed our nation and the fire service.

We pause to remember the 2,977 lives lost, including the 343 FDNY firefighters who answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice.

Twenty-five years have passed, but their courage, sacrifice, and legacy have not faded. We remember the firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, military members, civilians, and countless others who responded in our nation’s darkest hours.

For those of us in the fire service, September 11 is more than a date in history. It is a reminder of the oath we share—to answer when called, to serve our communities, and to stand beside one another no matter the circumstances.

May we continue to tell their stories.
May we continue to honor their sacrifice.
May we Never Forget.

09/11/2026

This evening, Lizton / Union Township Fire Department Fire Chief Joseph and Assistant Chief Joseph had the honor of attending the Indiana Fallen Firefighters Annual Remembrance Ceremony, hosted by the Professional Firefighters Union of Indiana.

During the ceremony, Indiana’s fallen firefighters were remembered and honored for their ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities. Among those honored was one of our own, Firefighter Franklin Hardesty, who died in the Line of Duty in 1949 while serving the Lizton / Union Township community.

Although 77 years have passed since his sacrifice, Firefighter Hardesty remains an important part of our department’s history and legacy. It was an honor to have members of our department present to represent LUTFD and ensure his service and sacrifice continue to be remembered.

We are grateful to the Professional Firefighters Union of Indiana for continuing this tradition and ensuring that Indiana’s fallen firefighters are never forgotten.

Firefighter Franklin Hardesty
Lizton / Union Township Fire Department
Line of Duty Death — 1949

08/14/2026

New Ambulance 101 is making its first appearance tonight at Tri-West High School on a beautiful evening for football!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from the Lizton / Union Township Fire Department! 🇺🇸

Today, we proudly celebrate not only the 4th of July, but also a historic milestone—America’s 250th birthday.

As we celebrate with family, friends, and traditions that bring us together, we are reminded of the values that make America strong: service, sacrifice, and dedication to one another.

Please celebrate safely tonight:
🎆 Leave fireworks to trained professionals when possible
🔥 Keep a water source nearby
🚒 Call 911 immediately in the event of an emergency

From all of us at the Lizton / Union Township Fire Department, thank you for your continued support and trust. It is our honor to serve this community.

Have a safe and happy Independence Day as we celebrate 250 years of America!

07/02/2026