Baugo Township Fire Department

Baugo Township Fire Department We are a combination volunteer/paid career fire department located in Jimtown, Baugo Township, Elkhart, IN. Member of IAFF local 5455

We are always looking for good people to join our department.

Baugo Fire Assists at Fully Involved House Fire in Cleveland TownshipThis morning around 1:00 AM, Baugo Township Fire De...
06/02/2026

Baugo Fire Assists at Fully Involved House Fire in Cleveland Township

This morning around 1:00 AM, Baugo Township Fire Department was dispatched to assist with a fully involved residential structure fire in Cleveland Township.

Upon arrival, Ladder 191 was positioned to utilize its elevated master stream, allowing crews to direct large volumes of water onto the second floor and attic areas of the structure. While Ladder 191 operated from above, additional crews worked from the ground using handlines and ground ladders to attack the fire and prevent further extension.

As conditions improved, Ladder 191 deployed firefighters onto a stable section of the garage roof to access and extinguish hidden pockets of fire. Due to the extensive fire damage and the large amount of water applied during suppression efforts, portions of the structure became unsafe to operate on directly. Crews then continued overhaul operations from the tip of the aerial ladder, removing siding and opening roof peaks to locate and extinguish remaining hot spots.

Baugo crews remained on scene for approximately five hours and were released around 6:00 AM after a long night of hard work alongside our mutual aid partners.
We would like to thank all responding departments for their teamwork and professionalism. Incidents of this size are a reminder that successful outcomes are made possible through training, cooperation, and dedication.

After a long night of firefighting operations, our firefighters returned home tired, wet, and covered in soot/sawdust—but proud to have done their part in protecting our communities. 🚒🔥

Please join us by signing up and setting a reminder for our upcoming blood drive. Every donation is vital, and we apprec...
05/27/2026

Please join us by signing up and setting a reminder for our upcoming blood drive. Every donation is vital, and we appreciate your help. By contributing, you can help us make a difference in our community with these lifesaving donations.

Baugo Fire proudly participated in the Elkhart and Osceola Memorial Day parades. In keeping with recent tradition, Ladde...
05/26/2026

Baugo Fire proudly participated in the Elkhart and Osceola Memorial Day parades. In keeping with recent tradition, Ladder 191 carried the flag of the 713th Combat Engineer SAPPER Company (Valparaiso, IN). Which 2 members of our dept currently still serve with.

We honor the memory of the “Sapper 6” — six brave soldiers who gave their lives in 2012 during Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan:

SSG Jonathan Metzger
SGT Brian Leonhardt
SPC Christopher Patterson
SPC Nicholas Taylor
SPC Robert Tauteris Jr.
SPC Sergio Perez

We continue to hold the promise that we will never forget.

05/18/2026

Quick reminder: If you placed an order for the Mental Health and PTSD Awareness supporter shirts, they are still available for pickup at the station. Please see either Firefighter Bailey Stankiewicz or Lieutenant Joe Frey to collect your order.

If you have not yet submitted payment, please ensure payment is ready at the time of pickup.

Baugo B-Shift Responds to House Fire in Penn Township.Shortly before 6 PM, BTFD was dispatched to Penn Township for a re...
05/08/2026

Baugo B-Shift Responds to House Fire in Penn Township.

Shortly before 6 PM, BTFD was dispatched to Penn Township for a reported structure fire. Baugo Fire was requested to assist with a tanker and additional manpower.

Engine 141 arrived on the scene, and crews assisted with placing ground ladders and deploying hose lines into service. Thanks to Penn Township’s quick response, crews were able to contain the fire and prevent further extension.
B-Shift was relieved shortly after operations concluded and returned to service.

Another step forward for the Baugo community.The Baugo Fire Department is proud to partner with Bashor Children’s Home a...
05/01/2026

Another step forward for the Baugo community.

The Baugo Fire Department is proud to partner with Bashor Children’s Home as the 44th Safe Place location in Elkhart County. Today, A Shift completed the final phase of training,

Over the past two weeks, Baugo Fire Department was able to send a member to attend the Hazardous Materials Technician co...
05/01/2026

Over the past two weeks, Baugo Fire Department was able to send a member to attend the Hazardous Materials Technician course hosted by Goshen Fire Department. As a result, each shift now has at least one member certified as either a HazMat Technician or HazMat Specialist.

While we may not have all the specialized equipment readily available to fully mitigate a hazardous materials incident, having a certified Technician on scene allows for proper reconnaissance, hazard identification, and coordination of additional resources. This capability improves scene management, supports faster decision-making, and helps ensure that the right resources are deployed efficiently when they are needed most.

All Baugo Fire personnel are trained to the Hazardous Materials Operations level. This role focuses primarily on defensive operations, such as isolating the area and protecting exposures, while Technicians take on tasks like stopping leaks, repairing containers, and managing more complex aspects of the incident.

04/30/2026

If you have ordered a PTSD or Mental Health Awareness shirt, please note that orders have arrived and are now available for pickup. You may stop by the station to collect your shirt from Firefighter Bailey Stankiewicz or Lieutenant Joe Frye.

If you have not yet submitted payment, please be prepared to do so at the time of pickup. Shirts will only be released once payment has been received in full.

B-Shift Responds to Another Fire in Cleveland TownshipAs part of a multi-agency response, B-Shift was dispatched to assi...
04/28/2026

B-Shift Responds to Another Fire in Cleveland Township

As part of a multi-agency response, B-Shift was dispatched to assist Cleveland Township on a residential structure fire. Due to the complexity of the situation, crews were required to stage until law enforcement confirmed the scene was safe for firefighters to begin operations.

Crews remained committed on the incident for nearly four hours. During that time, Madison Township was requested to standby at our station to ensure continued coverage, as regular 911 calls were still being received.

Madison Township was able to return to their area once off-duty full-time personnel arrived to assume coverage.

B-Shift Responds to House Fire in Concord TownshipBaugo’s B-Shift was dispatched this afternoon to assist with a reporte...
04/26/2026

B-Shift Responds to House Fire in Concord Township

Baugo’s B-Shift was dispatched this afternoon to assist with a reported house fire in Concord Township. Ladder 191 and its crew assisted with fire suppression and overhaul operations on scene.

Mutual aid responses like this play a critical role in ensuring adequate staffing for safe and effective fireground operations. As we move into the warmer months, having sufficient personnel allows crews to rotate through work/rest cycles, helping maintain firefighter safety and operational efficiency.

We want to thank our community for their continued support, whether through bottled water donations or sweet treats. We truly appreciate it.

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57955 CR 3
Elkhart, IN
46517

Telephone

+15742930780

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