Madison
Volunteer Fire Companies 1 & 2

The City of Madison can be found at the crossroads of US-421 and US-56 along the Ohio River in Jefferson County. Madison includes a unique setup of 6 independently contracted volunteer fire companies. For decades, each fire station and company has had it's own name and specifc color apparatus. Under the command of one Chief, these companies serve as one to provide Fire & Rescue protection to more than 12,500 residents in this historic City.

The Fair Play Fire Company #1, located in downtown Madison, is the oldest volunteer fire company in the state. It was established on September 15, 1841

Fair Play Fire Company #1 - 1993 E-One Cyclone II Pumper 1250/500gal
"Help One Another" Fire Company #1's firehouse is located on Main Street on the eastside of downtown.

This Mack CF Pumper was the predecessor the the Engine above. It served the department from 1979-1993.

Washington Fire Company #2
The Washington Fire Company is located immediately north of downtown and south of King's Daughters
Hospital. Built in 1848, this building is the oldest active Firehouse in the state of Indiana.

Washington Fire Company #2 - 1994 Seagrave Marauder Pumper - 1250gpm/750gal

Washington Fire Company #2 - Ret. 1964 American LaFrance 900 Series Pumper - 1250gpm/300gal
This American LaFrance Pumper served the WFC #2 from 1964-1979.

Washington Fire Company #2 - Ret. 1947 American LaFrance 700 Series Pumper - 750gpm/300gal
This American LaFrance Pumper served the WFC #2 from 1947-1964.

Other City of Madison Fire Companies:
Western Fire Company #3
Walnut Street Fire Company #4
Clifty Six Fire Company