A Carmel (IN) Fire Department pumper was struck by a vehicle while fire crews were working an accident Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, the department said in a Facebook post.

Here is what the department posted:

“Engine 346 was struck by a suspected drunk driver while Carmel Fire crews were working a crash on 146th Street near Spring Mill Ponds.

“As firefighters were caring for the patient from the original accident, another driver struck a police car that was blocking the road, and hit the fire engine just seconds after a firefighter had placed tools in the back compartment.

“Thankfully, no firefighters or bystanders were injured.

“This is exactly why you often see multiple fire trucks and police cars at crash scenes. They create a protective buffer to help prevent other vehicles from entering the area and striking first responders.”

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An Essex (CT) Fire Engine Company No. 1 apparatus caught fire and was damaged during a Christmas celebration over the weekend, fire officials said.

A fire started in Engine 7, a 2016 pumper, while participating in the Ivoryton Illuminations celebration Saturday evening, Dec. 6, 2025, the company said in a Facebook post.

Here’s the report, released by Essex:

While participating in the Ivoryton Illuminations celebration, the Essex Fire Engine Company No. 1 suffered an incident involving one of its apparatus. For a reason still to be determined, a fire started in Engine 7, a 2016 pumper. Thanks to the quick actions of our dedicated volunteers, the fire was contained and extinguished without causing any damage to adjacent apparatus or property. Most importantly, there were no injuries. The Fire Marshal’s office responded and is investigating the cause. Unfortunately, Engine 7 did sustain significant damage and will require extensive repairs before being able to return to service.

The Essex Fire Engine Company No. 1 wishes to extend its heartfelt thanks to the overwhelming support that came immediately to our aid when we needed it. That thank you goes out to the Deep River Fire Department, the Old Saybrook Fire Department, Town of Essex Police Department, Connecticut State Police, Town of Essex Department of Public Works, Town of Essex Fire Marshal’s Office, Valley Shore Emergency Communications, Mal’s Auto and Truck Repair, E.J. Boughton Co LLC, Firematic Company, and of course, our dedicated members. We are fortunate to have the support of these outstanding organizations!

We would like to take this time to ensure the residents of the Town of Essex that while this incident will certainly have an impact to our operations, the Essex Fire Engine Company No. 1 will still continue to provide the town with the absolute best service possible in our commitment to protect lives and property. We have made adjustments in our response matrix and with the support of our mutual aid system, we will continue moving forward.

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