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Through December 15, daytime burning is restricted from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. when burning within 150 feet of woodland or brushland. Review the rules and check for active county burn bans before every burn.
SCFD announces the appointment of Revel Oliver as Assistant Chief following more than 30 years of fire-service experience and his leadership of three SCFD recruit classes.
Scott County Fiscal Court is offering SCFD’s former Ladder 1, a 75-foot Pierce Dash pumper/aerial, for an asking price of $70,000.
SCFD recognizes Assistant Chief Justin Baker for 22 years of leadership, mentorship, and service to Scott County.
Join us at Scott County Fire Station 1 for a Kentucky Blood Center blood drive, station tour, and an opportunity to meet the crews.
Visible address numbers help emergency crews reach you faster, especially at night and during bad weather.
SCFD is accepting applications for an experienced fire-service leader to manage department training and health and safety activities.
Media coverage
Stories from local, regional, and fire-service news outlets covering the people, training, emergency responses, and public-safety work of Scott County Fire Department.
Coverage since January 2025 · newest firstThe News-Graphic highlights the return of the Junior Fire Marshal program and the students who led Georgetown's Fire Prevention Parade, with SCFD Captain Michael Wilson explaining how the program builds fire-safety knowledge throughout the community.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT relays SCFD's public-safety update after two semi-truck crashes caused travel delays on Interstate 75, including the department's reminder to slow down and give emergency crews room to work.
Read the SCFD summaryFire Marshal Joshua Cromer explains Kentucky's seasonal burn restrictions, the rapid spread risk from dry grass and leaves, and practical steps Scott County residents can take to burn safely.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports how new water lines and the airport's first fire hydrants will improve SCFD access and emergency response, with Assistant Chief Revel Oliver explaining the benefits for the airport and surrounding community.
Read the SCFD summaryFire Marshal Joshua Cromer explains why fall conditions can cause fires to spread rapidly, reviews recent Scott County grass fires, and shares important safety guidance for outdoor burning.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT reports on a $1.7 million project that will bring fire hydrants to the Georgetown Scott County Regional Airport, with Assistant Chief Revel Oliver explaining how the improvements will strengthen emergency response at the airport and in the surrounding community.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports on Revel Oliver's promotion to Assistant Chief of the Scott County Fire Department.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic previews SCFD's first blood drive and shares Fire Marshal Joshua Cromer's message about Kentucky's urgent need for donated blood.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT highlights Slainte Public House's community fundraiser supporting SCFD Firefighter Jake Gierlak during his cancer treatment.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic shares local first responders' memories of September 11, including SCFD Chief John Ward's reflections on the courage and sacrifice of emergency personnel.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports that SCFD personnel and the community quickly raised more than $15,000 to support Firefighter Jake Gierlak during cancer treatment.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT shares Firefighter Jake Gierlak’s story and the community effort supporting him as he begins cancer treatment.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT reports on SCFD’s response to a single-vehicle rollover on Stamping Ground Road and the transport of the driver for critical injuries.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic provides verified public-safety updates following a fatal Interstate 75 accident attended by Scott County emergency responders.
Read the SCFD summarySCFD and Georgetown–Scott County EMS demonstrate swift-water awareness, responder safety, and the equipment carried for water emergencies.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT covers the recognition of regional crews, including SCFD members, after a major mutual-aid response in downtown Versailles.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic covers SCFD's overnight response to a tractor-trailer crash on Interstate 75 and the resulting traffic closure.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT highlights SCFD’s vehicle-fire training prop and the hazards firefighters prepare to manage around fuel, batteries, airbags, and pressurized components.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT joins SCFD’s recruit academy for an inside look at the physical training, classroom work, live drills, and teamwork behind a new firefighter’s preparation.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 explains how SCFD’s Community Connect portal lets residents securely share information that can help responders before they arrive.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT reports on SCFD’s response to an injury crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer on U.S. 25.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 covers the roadway closure and emergency response after a tractor-trailer overturned in Scott County.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports on the fatal collision that struck an SCFD engine providing traffic control and Fire Marshal Joshua Cromer's safety message afterward.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 reports how three SCFD firefighters immediately began helping crash victims after their apparatus was struck on Interstate 75.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT examines the local peer-support team that helps first responders process difficult incidents, including the fatal I-75 collision involving an SCFD engine.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic explains how SCFD's Community Connect website gives responding crews useful household information before they arrive.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports confirmed information following the Interstate 75 collision involving an SCFD apparatus.
Read the SCFD summaryFire Marshal Joshua Cromer discusses highway-response hazards and asks drivers to slow down, move over, and give emergency crews room to work.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 speaks with Fire Marshal Joshua Cromer about the constant risk at highway incidents and the importance of Kentucky’s Move Over law.
Read the SCFD summaryABC 36 reports on the fatal collision involving an SCFD apparatus that had been providing traffic control at an earlier crash.
Read the SCFD summaryPeople reports on the Interstate 75 collision that struck an SCFD engine during an emergency response and drew attention beyond Kentucky.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT provides verified updates from authorities after a vehicle struck an SCFD engine on Interstate 75.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 reports on the multi-agency response to the Lexington Street fire in Versailles, where SCFD assisted Woodford County crews.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 reports on a serious Scott County collision and the coordinated response by fire, EMS, emergency management, and law enforcement.
Read the SCFD summaryDaily Dispatch brings SCFD’s department-wide large-animal rescue achievement—and Fire Marshal Joshua Cromer’s perspective—to a national fire-service audience.
Read the SCFD summaryABC 36 shares the department’s full large-animal rescue certification and Fire Marshal Joshua Cromer’s explanation of the training and equipment behind it.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 highlights SCFD’s department-wide large-animal rescue certification and Fire Marshal Joshua Cromer explains why the capability matters in an agricultural county.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT shares SCFD’s public traffic notice after a vehicle left the roadway and struck a utility pole.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic visits SCFD's technical large-animal rescue training as firefighters prepare for emergencies in an agricultural county.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports on SCFD's hours-long response to an early-morning Carrick Pike house fire; the family was safe.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic covers the fire response to a fully involved barn near Main Street in Stamping Ground.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic covers SCFD's truck-push ceremonies welcoming two new engines into service for Stamping Ground and Sadieville.
Read the SCFD summarySCFD Firefighter Chris Ganoe explains seasonal wildfire conditions, safe burning practices, and when residents should call 911.
Read the SCFD summaryAfter a fire involving an attempt to thaw frozen pipes, Firefighter Chris Ganoe shares practical home-heating safety guidance with WKYT.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports on SCFD's Christmas Day response to a residential fire along Sebree Road in Stamping Ground.
Read the SCFD summaryWNKY recognizes Georgetown and Scott County firefighters who responded to a house fire on Christmas Day, when no injuries were reported.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic covers SCFD's response to a house fire near Vine Street in Sadieville and the community impact afterward.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports on a burning dumpster removed from a truck before SCFD arrived to extinguish it; no injuries were reported.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic explains how Scott County's improved fire-protection rating reflects department capability and may help local homeowners.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic previews the annual downtown Fire Prevention Parade organized jointly by SCFD and Georgetown Fire Department.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports on the emergency response after a local man sustained severe injuries in a trailer accident.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic shares SCFD's public-safety guidance as drought conditions prompted a countywide burn ban.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 features Captain Tyler Woolums with practical advice on grill placement, grease fires, extinguishers, and safe holiday cooking.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT shares SCFD's public alert and the subsequent confirmation that a missing woman had been located.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic covers SCFD's response to a residential fire near Stamping Ground during severe overnight weather.
Read the SCFD summaryFire Marshal Joshua Cromer explains how SCFD manages hydration, work-rest cycles, and crew rotation during high-heat operations.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic covers the department milestone of appointing Joshua Cromer as SCFD's first fire marshal.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports on the coordinated fire response at a Chestnut Street property, where no injuries were reported.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic highlights the training and graduation of eleven recruits joining SCFD's operational ranks.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reviews local fireworks-related responses and safety concerns handled by area public-safety agencies over the holiday weekend.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 relays SCFD's traffic updates during the response to a large oil spill on Stamping Ground Road.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic tells the story of SCFD and EMS personnel helping deliver a baby—the department's second special delivery in two years.
Read the SCFD summaryA separate News-Graphic story recognizes the SCFD and EMS team involved in safely delivering a baby in Scott County.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 reports that SCFD swift-water technicians joined a multi-agency effort that brought stranded rescuers and kayakers safely to shore.
Read the SCFD summaryLEX 18 reports on SCFD's response to a mobile-home fire on White Oak Road; no people were injured.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic shares SCFD's reminder about Kentucky's seasonal outdoor-burning restrictions and safer burning practices.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic reports on the SCFD water-rescue team deployed to assist communities during severe Eastern Kentucky flooding.
Read the SCFD summaryWKYT follows SCFD crews who worked around the clock in rescue boats to reach people trapped by severe Eastern Kentucky flooding.
Read the SCFD summaryThe News-Graphic covers the multi-agency response to a Main Street structure fire in Sadieville.
Read the SCFD summaryCoverage is added as it is located and verified. This archive includes legitimate department, public-safety, and incident reporting while excluding criticism, internal personnel disputes, misconduct, and similar matters. Links lead to the original publisher, whose availability and content are outside SCFD’s control.