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New Washington Fire Department Fire and EMS The New Washington Volunteer Fire Department was established in 1954 and provided Fire coverage for Washington, Oregon and Bethlehem townships.

In 1991 the New Washington Fire Protection District was formed and the Nabb Volunteer Fire Department was incorporated into the Fire Department. With this addition, the New Washington Fire Protection district covers 92 square miles and serves a population of approximately of 6000 residents. This is the second largest protection in the state of Indiana.

08/12/2026
On Monday, July 13, New Washington and Charlestown Fire Departments responded to the area of Tunnel Mill and Lena Bower ...
07/20/2026

On Monday, July 13, New Washington and Charlestown Fire Departments responded to the area of Tunnel Mill and Lena Bower road for an aircraft emergency. Upon arrival, it was determined that the occupants were forced to land the plane in a field due to an unknown mechanical failure. The incident is being investigated by the FAA. No injuries were sustained during the landing.

NWFD wishes all of our residents and guests a happy fourth. Please consider these tips when celebrating with fireworks....
07/04/2026

NWFD wishes all of our residents and guests a happy fourth. Please consider these tips when celebrating with fireworks.

🧨 Always have a water supply or fire extinguisher readily available
🎆 Douse spent fireworks in water before throwing away
🎇 Don’t hold lit fireworks in your hand
💥 Never attempt to relight a dud

03/31/2026

Sunday morning at approximately 3 AM, NWFD received a call for service regarding a fully involved residential structure fire in the area of New Washington-Bethlehem and South Ohio St. This incident is currently being investigated by the Indiana Fire Marshal’s office. Per departmental policy no further will be released by this agency until deemed appropriate, as it is an active investigation. Questions, concerns or statements regarding this incident should be directed to the IN Fire Marshal’s office.

New Washington Fire Headquarters is available as an emergency warming station. Should anyone need to utilize the facili...
01/24/2026

New Washington Fire Headquarters is available as an emergency warming station. Should anyone need to utilize the facility while our personnel are out, call 812-252-4195 and make the request.

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23511 Highway 62
New Washington, IN
47162

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+18122934114

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