Famers Act Quick to Prevent Bigger Combine Fire

Friendship firefighters responded to the scene on Saturday night.

Photo by Friendship Volunteer Fire Department. 

(Friendship, Ind.) – A quick and well-prepared response prevented a more serious situation on Saturday night.

Friendship Volunteer Fire Department responded to a combine on fire in the 600 West block of County Line Road around 7:57 p.m.

Upon arrival, the farmers had the fire well under control.

Firefighters then overhauled a small fire in the corn fodder and flushed some smoldering debris out of the combine.

Friendship Volunteer Fire Department credited the farmers for being prepared and reacting quickly to the situation, as it could have been a lot worse.

More from Local News

Events

RCCF Grants $12K to Support Osgood

The grants support community initiatives in the Town of Osgood.

Historical Society Announces Christmas Tree Partnership with Central Elementary School

Each year, a local school is selected to decorate the Christmas tree displayed inside the glass gazebo at Newtown Park.

Week 9 High School Football Scores

Lawrenceburg and South Dearborn with an instant classic.

Local Sports Report - October 16, 2025

Girls Soccer and Volleyball State Tournament Scores.

North Decatur Wins MIFC, Top Performers from Week 8 Announced

The regular season concludes on Friday night.

On Air

Alison Wiegand playing
Hillary Scott & the Scott Family - Beautiful Messes - PEC ONLY

Lauren Daigle You Say - PEC ONLY 6:46
Brad Paisley and Dolly Parton When I Get Where I'm Going 6:42
Oak Ridge Boys Angels Watching Over Me 6:36
Carly Pearce Show Me Around - PEC ONLY 6:33