We’re looking for a few good People!
Ever thought about becoming a firefighter? Anderson County Fire Protection District is always looking for new people to join us in the Brotherhood of Fire.
For more information call 502-839-5039
Mailing Address:
1009 Wildcat Rd.
Lawrenceburg, State KY Zip 40342
Anderson County was formed in 1827. As of 2010, the population was 21,421 and by 2016 has grown to 22,158.History
Its county seat is Lawrenceburg. The county is named for Richard Clough Anderson, a Kentucky Legislator, U.S. Congressman and minister to Colombia.
The county is in the heart of the Kentucky Bluegrass region along the Kentucky River. From its beginning days in the early 1800s, its heritage is preserved today and includes Civil War scrimmages, the gravesite of the late great-grandparents of department store founder J.C. Penney, the story of African American Anna Mac Clarke, and the evolution of bourbon.
Anderson County is business friendly with easy access to airports in Louisville and Lexington as well as easy interstate highway access. Nearby Lexington, Louisville and Frankfort provide dining, shopping and other activities.
Department News
Anderson County Fire Dept
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The men and women proudly serve the citizens of Anderson County and others in their time of need. Providing fire suppression, rescue and public education
Today, some of the Command Staff of the ACFPD attended a meeting and tour with the Kentucky Fire Inspectors Association at the Frankfort Buffalo Trace Distillery facilities. The purpose was to share information and to familiarize ourselves with the hazards of distillery facilities and the potential for fire incidents at these locations. Thank you, Buffalo Trace, Frankfort Fire Department and the Kentucky Fire Inspectors Association for this great training opportunity.
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Congratulations are in order for 2 of our Battalion Chief’s.
Battalion Chief Chris Harrod has retired after 25 years of serving Anderson County. BC Harrod will be greatly missed and was always a huge asset to our department. Chris, we hope you enjoy retirement!
Battalion Chief Brandon Woods just received a promotion to Captain of Shelbyville Fire Department!
Congratulations to both !
Congratulations to you both!!
Congratulations to both
Congrats Chris and Brandon
Congratulations!
Congratulations to both of you
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Congratulations
Congrats Brandon
Congratulations Missy N Chris Harrod!!!
**The road is back open in both directions at this time **
**Update as of 3:54PM- Per KSP dispatch- N Bound travel will be open and South Bound will be diverted to one lane of Travel North Bound** Expect Delays and Use Caution**
Highway 127 @ BG Pkway is shut down in both directions. And all exits from BG pkway to 127 are shut down at this time. The roadway will be shutdown for an unknown amount of time for an emergency situation.
We will update when this road is clear. Please avoid this area at this time.
Auxiliary
The Anderson County Fire District has a very active Fire Auxiliary, responding to working structure fires and extended responses, providing rehab support and a number of charity activities throughout the year. Auxiliary members are involved for various reasons and participate as schedules allow.
Whether you are interested in being an active member, available as needed, or involved for a particular activity, participation is always welcome. Our volunteer firefighters provide a critical service for the community and we do our part to help support them. You don’t have to be an active member to receive the newsletter or join in on any of our activities. If you have any questions, or would like additional information contact Barbara Barnes at 502- 859-FIRE (3473) or e-mail [email protected]