Chicora Independent Hose Company

03/22/2026

The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded most of the local area to an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 out of 5) for severe thunderstorms late this afternoon and evening. The upgrade is due to increasing confidence in the potential for damaging wind gusts and large hail that could exceed golf ball size. A tornado or two still cannot be ruled out.

03/17/2026

03/14/2026

03/03/2026

Due to inclement weather, Karns City Area School District will operate on a two hour delay today (March 3).

02/24/2026

Please join me in congratulating Firefighter Evalyn Bishop on her recent successful completion of the Firefighter 1 Proboard. Good job and keep up the great work!

Chief, Zac Hack

01/22/2026

Given the anticipated weather forecast for this weekend, we would like to share important safety information.

01/19/2026

🚨 NEW: Butler County is Upgrading Your Emergency Alerts!

Your safety is our priority. We have officially moved to Regroup for all emergency notifications. This new system is faster, more secure, and easier to use. This is a FREE service.

⚠️ Action Needed: If you were signed up for CodeRED in the past, your information will not carry over. To continue receiving alerts for severe weather, road closures, and emergency notices, you MUST create a new profile.

How to sign up:

💻 Visit: https://butlercountypa.app.regroup.com/contacts/sign_up

📱Scan the QR code below from your smartphone to access the registration website.

It takes 60 seconds. Help us keep Butler County safe—sign up today and share this post with your neighbors!

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01/17/2026

Happy 320th Birthday to Benjamin Franklin 🎉
Founder of America’s first fire company in 1736 and a legacy that still protects communities today.

01/17/2026

2026 Sportsman Bash Update!

Because of a scheduling conflict we have had to change the date for the Bash from August 22 to August 29.