Sandborn Fire Department

The Town of Sandborn is located 100 miles southwest of Indianapolis in northeastern Knox County. Organized in 1961, this all-volunteer department includes 18 members that respond to approximately 75 runs each year from their single station. SVFD provides Fire, Rescue and First Responder Medical protection to nearly 1,300 residents. Their district includes 140 square miles in the northern portions of Vigo Township in Knox County and all of Stafford Township in Greene County.

Sandborn Fire Department Fire Station - IN-59 & Depot Street East
Completed in 1994, this firehouse is home to all of Sandborn's apparatus.

Engine 15 - 1995 International 4900/Pierce Pumper - 1250gpm/1000gal

Engine 15 - 1995 International 4900/Pierce Pumper - 1250gpm/1000gal

Rescue 15 - 1982 Chevy K30/E-One Mini-Pumper - 250gpm/250gal
This rig was purchased from Ocean Reef FD in 1986. The Ocean Reef Club is a private resort community in Key Largo,
Florida. Originally a very plain truck, numerous additions and enhancements were made by SVFD since it's arrival.

Tanker 15 - 1997 Freightliner FL-80/2002 McGinley - 500gpm/1800gal

Tanker 15 - 1997 Freightliner FL-80/2002 McGinley - 500gpm/1800gal

Special thanks to Chief Kevin Etmeier for his help in arranging the apparatus and for providing department
background and history..