Union Fire Protection District

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Message From the Chief

Thank you for visiting our website.

Our members are dedicated to providing the highest level of emergency services to our community. Union continues to experience significant growth and our members continue to meet the challenges this presents. Both of our stations are staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We encourage you to stop by and meet us in person.

Thanks again for taking an interest in us. Stay Safe!

Aaron Gruelle, Fire Chief

Union Fire Protection District

7 days ago

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On Wednesday evening at the department’s District Board Meeting, Chief Aaron Gruelle swore in our newest employees. Each employee’s badge was pinned by a member of their family. (The swearing in ceremony was delayed due to the holidays. These employees have worked for the department for 3-6 months) ... See MoreSee Less

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Union Fire Protection District

1 week ago

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Please help us in congratulating Firefighter/EMT Ryan Bertke and his wife, Kathryn, on the birth of their son Henry Ellis Bertke. Welcome to the family Henry!!! ... See MoreSee Less

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Union Fire Protection District

1 week ago

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As of tonight, Tuesday evening at 11pm, Boone County has declared a Level 1 Snow Emergency. ... See MoreSee Less

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Union Fire Protection District

2 weeks ago

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Boone County is under a Level 1 Snow Emergency. ... See MoreSee Less

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Union Fire Protection District

2 weeks ago

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Please help us in congratulating Paramedic Steve Vickers on obtaining the Critical Care Paramedic Certification. Paramedic Vickers completed over 80 hours of training and received his certification from Emergency Medical Training Professionals, Inc in Lexington, Kentucky. Congratulations Super Steve! ... See MoreSee Less

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