Schuyler County Rushville Fire Department

05/01/2026

04/23/2026

Last Monday evening we enjoyed the Liveline Demo from Steve Hancock. We would like to send a big Thank You to Adams Electrical Co-op for sponsoring the presentation. Members from the Schuyler County Fire District, Rushville Fire Dept., Browning Fire Dept., Industry Fire Dept., and the Rushville Police Dept. Were in attendance.
More information on this can be found at:
WWW.Livelinedemousa.com
Adams Outlet

04/12/2026

We had the privilege to honor our firefighters at our annual banquet. 5 firefighters retired with 140 years of combined years of service and 3 firefighters were recognized for years of service milestones.

Retiring Firefighters
Chief Vic Menely - 48 years of service
Asst. Chief Eric Stauffer - 23 years of service
Captain Kraig Kotter - 13 years of service
Lieutenant Jim Crane - 36 years of service
Firefighter Tim Wright - 20 years of service

Service Awards
Chief Bill Thompson - 20 years of service
Chaplin Bill Redshaw - 20 years of service
Lieutenant Kent Paisley - 10 years of service

03/28/2026

The Schuyler County Fire Protection District, Rushville Fire Dept. Recently hosted a presentation by Adams Electrical Co-Op about electrical hazards in emergency situations. Safety involving Power lines, underground transformers and even electric vehicle safety were covered. We welcomed attendees from Schuyler County EMS and The Beardstown Fire Department as well.

03/21/2026

Even a minimal wind can change without notice. Residents are reminded to continue to exercise caution when conducting any outside burning and to comply with all local ordinances and safety guidelines.

Bill Thompson
Chief

03/16/2026

Our scholarship deadline is approaching! Don’t miss this opportunity.

03/08/2026

While taking time to change all the clocks in your house, today is also a great day to test and check your smoke alarm expiration dates. Smoke alarms with internal batteries should be replaced every 10 years. Remember to test smoke alarms monthly.

03/07/2026

03/07/2026

Friday we had the opportunity to attend the RIHS career fair. Firefighters spoke with students about volunteer fire service in our local community.

03/04/2026

The burn ban for Schuyler County Fire Protection District which was implemented due to elevated fire risk is being rescinded as current weather conditions have significantly reduced the risk of rapid fire spread.
While the burn ban has been lifted, residents are reminded to continue to exercise caution when conducting any outside burning and to comply with all local ordinances and safety guidelines.

Bill Thompson
Chief