The 12th annual Christmas Wish Golf Scramble is set for Friday, September 5, 2025. The Daviess County Fire Department shattered all previous records with last year's event, raising almost $40,000 for charity. Inspector/Investigator Keith Hurm and…
Day in the Life of a Daviess County Firefighter
Each shift at the Daviess County Fire Department brings new opportunities and challenges. Spend a day with the 2nd crew at the Airport Station under Assistant Chief Eric Coleman. Daviess County firefighters typically report for duty…
Firefighters Participate in Vehicle Extrication Simulation
Extrication is a critical firefighting and rescue technique used to safely remove patients trapped in a vehicle after a crash. Firefighters rely on specialized tools like hydraulic spreaders, cutters and other equipment to manipulate the vehicle…
Mobile Live Fire Training at Owensboro Airport
Daviess County firefighters are training with a mobile flashover simulator from Fireblast Fabrication and the Kentucky Fire Commission. The two-story trailer has an on-board diesel generator to provide electricity and computerized controls for propane burners that…
New Hydrants to Improve Fire Protection
Daviess County Fiscal Court is excited to share the progress on the new fire hydrant installation. Approximately 100 new hydrants are being added to improve fire protection throughout the county. Inspector/Investigator Keith Hurm provides an update…
Project Lifesaver: Bringing Loved Ones Home
Project Lifesaver is a search and rescue program designed to locate individuals who are prone to wander. The method relies on proven radio technology and specially trained first responders. Clients wear a small transmitter on the…
Generator Safety for Winter Storm
The Daviess County Fire Department is providing guidance on the use of portable generators. Use portable generators outdoors in well-ventilated areas away from all doors, windows and vents. NEVER operate a portable generator inside a home,…
Help First Responders Quickly Locate Your Home
A clearly visible house number is critical for first responders to quickly locate your home during an emergency situation. Along with displaying your 911 address, make sure emergency vehicles can enter your driveway and any neighboring…
Fire Departments Collaboratively Offer EMT Certificate
Daviess County Fiscal Court, the City of Owensboro, and the City of Henderson will collaboratively offer coursework for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate through Owensboro Community & Technical College. Jake Cox is the Battalion Chief…
Fire Department Presents Record Setting Donation to Christmas Wish
The Daviess County Fire Department has pulled off another record setting Golf Scramble to benefit Christmas Wish. Watch the check reveal with Barb Birgy of 92.5 The Country Station! WBKR. The scramble was held on September…
Daviess County Fire Obtains Improved ISO Rating
The Daviess County Fire Department has reached a significant milestone, achieving a Class 4 ISO rating that could result in lower insurance premiums for local residents. The Insurance Services Office (ISO) evaluates the quality of public…
New Public Safety Facility Proposed on U.S. 231
Daviess County Fiscal Court has approved a contract with Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. for the design of a new public safety facility. The facility would contain a third centrally located fire station on county-owned property at U.S.…
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