Pewee Valley Fire Protection District

10/19/2026

Great time to clean out your medicine cabinet.

10/13/2026

🚨 BIG SHOUT-OUT TO OUR 911 DISPATCHERS! 🚨

This morning, our 911 dispatchers took multiple calls reporting a wrong-way driver traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of I-71 near the 17-mile marker.

Thanks to their quick actions and efficient dispatching of units, the driver was stopped before seriously injuring himself or others.

The elderly driver was transported to an area hospital to be evaluated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Our dispatchers are often the unseen heroes behind the scenes, and their quick thinking and coordination play a critical role in keeping our communities safe.

A big thank-you to our 911 dispatchers and responding units for their quick actions and dedication to protecting our community

10/07/2026

911 text feature is here in Oldham County

Text - to -911 is live in Oldham County! Here are some things to know and remember.

◻️ When should you use Text-to-911?

Examples:

🟡 Any emergency situation in which speaking could place the caller at risk.
🟡 Poor cellular voice-call quality or a connection that makes a traditional call difficult.
🟡 Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
🟡 Other circumstances in which texting is a safer or more practical means of communicating with 911.

▫️The text conversation will follow a process similar to a traditional 911 call. Dispatchers may ask questions such as:

🔸Where is your emergency?
🔸What is happening?
🔸Who is involved?
🔸Is the emergency happening right now?
🔸Are you safe to remain connected?
🔸What is your name and call-back number?

What to know:

🔹Text-to-911 is not a replacement for calling 911

▫️Voice calling 911 remains the preferred method whenever it is safe and possible to make a voice call.

♦️Remember: Call if you can. Text if you can't.♦️

10/07/2026

Great information.

10/07/2026

Join us this Saturday from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM for our Open House!

Come meet the firefighters, tour our station, check out our equipment, and learn more about your local fire department.

10/01/2026

🍂🔥 Leaf Burning Safety: Be Safe. Be a Good Neighbor.

As leaves begin to fall, the Pewee Valley Fire Protection District reminds everyone to put safety and consideration for neighbors first.

📅 Know before you burn: Leaf burning is prohibited in Oldham County May 1–September 30. From October 1–December 15, burning within 150 feet of woodland or brushland is prohibited between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. Always check local rules and current burn bans before lighting a fire.

When burning is permitted:

✅ Avoid windy or very dry conditions.
✅ Keep fires small and away from buildings, fences, vehicles and overhead branches.
✅ Have a garden hose ready, and never leave a fire unattended.
✅ Keep children and pets safely away.
✅ Never use gasoline or other accelerants, and never add trash, plastic or treated wood.
✅ Douse and stir the ashes until everything is completely out and cool.

🏡 Please be considerate of your neighbors. Give nearby neighbors a heads-up. Pay attention to where smoke is traveling—especially toward open windows, porches, people enjoying their yards or roadways. If smoke is bothering a neighbor, put the fire out. A little courtesy goes a long way!

🍁 Consider mulching or composting leaves instead—no smoke, no open flame and a useful addition to your yard.

If a fire gets out of control, move to safety and call 911.

Help us keep Pewee Valley safe—and neighborly!

09/30/2026

Tonight, our members completed their monthly EMS training, focusing on stretcher, stair chair, and scoop stretcher operations.

A big thank you to Oldham County EMS for providing the equipment and instruction and helping our members continue to improve their skills. We appreciate your support!

09/30/2026

This is a great new asset to our Dispatch Center.

09/29/2026

The Pewee Valley Fire Department extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow troopers of Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Phillips, who was killed in the line of duty yesterday, September 28, in Warren County.

Our hearts are with his wife and children, his colleagues at Post 3 in Bowling Green, and the entire Kentucky State Police family as they face this heartbreaking loss.

As fellow first responders, we stand alongside our brothers and sisters in law enforcement. We honor Trooper Phillips’ service, his dedication to protecting the Commonwealth, and the sacrifice he made.

Please join us in keeping his family and all who served beside him in your thoughts and prayers.

Rest in peace, Trooper Phillips. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.