City of Madison
Washington Fire Company #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.

Washington Fire Company #2

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 Pumper - 1250gpm/750gal

Washington Fire Company #2 - 1994 Seagrave Marauder Pumper - 1250gpm/750gal
Now serving as their fourth motorized apparatus, the 2's have always stayed true to their history. Each rig through the years has
sported the original nickel-plated "2" and fire bell that served on their first steam apparatus.

 
Washington Fire Company #2 - Ret. 1964 American LaFrance 900 Series Pumper - 1250gpm/300gal

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

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

 
 
 
Special Thanks to Steve Hagy for many of these excellent photographs from Madison.

Madison FD Official Website

Other City of Madison Fire Companies on IFT:
Fairplay Fire Company #1
Washington Fire Company #2
Western Fire Company #3
Walnut Street Fire Company #4
North Madison Fire Company #5
Clifty Six Fire/Rescue