Brazil Fire Department

Brazil is located 70 miles west of Indianapolis and 18 miles east of Terre Haute along US-40. This full time department provides Fire & Rescue protection to approximately 9,000 residents. The Brazil Fire Department is the only full-time department in Clay County.

Brazil Fire Department Station

Brazil Fire Department responds from a single station in downtown Brazil.

Ladder 4 - 1997 Pierce Lance 105' Rear-mount Ladder 1500gpm/300gal

Ladder 4 - 1997 Pierce Lance 105' Rear-mount ladder - 1500gpm/300gal

Engine 4 - 2001 Pierce Contender pumper 1250gpm/750gal

Engine 4 - 2001 Pierce Contender pumper 1250gpm/750gal
Engine 4 is the first due for all fire and rescue runs.

Engine 4 - officer's side view

Engine 4 - 2001 Pierce Contender pumper 1250gpm/750gal

Engine 3 - 1978 Dodge Ram Grass Rig - 150gpm/250gal tank

Engine 3 - 1978 Dodge Ram Grass Rig - 150gpm/250gal tank

Engine 3 is used a few times each year for brush fires in the area.

Not Shown: Engine 1 - 1986 Pierce Dash (second due engine).