The Scottsburg Fire Department was established in 1910. It protects the citizens and property of the City of Scottsburg, including State Highway 56, State Highway 31, Interstate 65 and assisting county agencies.
The Fire Department has grown to a small combination department, responding to almost 1000 calls annually. The Fire Department responds to Structure Fires, Vehicle Fires, Hazmat Emergencies, Medical Emergencies, Ice Rescue, Rope Rescue, Swift Water Rescue, Auto Extrication, Agricultural Rescue, etc.
We have members as certified Fire Instructors and Fire Investigators as well.