Fire Department
Serving our community with pride, professionalism, and dedication.
The City of Sullivan Fire Department (SFD) provides around-the-clock fire protection, emergency medical services, and rescue operations to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Sullivan. Our department operates with a combination of full-time and part-time personnel who work together to protect lives and property while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
From responding to structure fires and vehicle accidents to providing medical care and community education, our firefighters are committed to making Sullivan a safer place to live, work, and visit.
Fire Chief Rob Robertson leads the City of Sullivan Fire Department with more than two decades of dedicated service to the community. With 22 years of full-time experience, including 14 as Chief, he oversees daily operations, guides firefighter training and safety, and ensures the department continues to deliver the highest standard of emergency response and public service.
Sullivan Fire Department
120 N. Stewart Street
Sullivan, Indiana 47882
Non-Emergency: 812-268-5837
In an emergency, always dial 911.
Services We Provide
SFD delivers a wide range of public safety services through the joint efforts of our full-time and part-time staff. These include:
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) – Providing rapid medical response and patient transport.
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Fire Suppression – Responding to and extinguishing fires in homes, businesses, and open areas.
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Fire Prevention – Inspecting, educating, and enforcing safety standards to reduce fire risk.
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Hazardous Materials Operations – Containing and mitigating incidents involving dangerous substances.
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Public Education – Teaching fire safety and emergency preparedness in schools, workplaces, and community settings.
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Rescue Operations – Performing vehicle extrications, water rescues, and other specialized emergency responses.
Fire Prevention Division
The mission of the Fire Prevention Division is to reduce preventable fires and injuries throughout the City of Sullivan. We take a proactive, educational approach to community risk reduction — partnering with residents, business owners, and community leaders to create a safer environment for everyone.
Core Functions
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Code Enforcement: Inspecting new and existing buildings for compliance with local and state fire codes.
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Education Programs: Providing outreach and training to schools, businesses, and community groups to promote fire safety awareness.
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Fire Investigations: Determining the origin and cause of fires to prevent future incidents.
The majority of Sullivan’s property owners share our goal of preventing unnecessary injuries and property loss and are active partners in maintaining safety throughout the community.
Community Engagement
Beyond emergency response, the Sullivan Fire Department is deeply involved in the community. We host fire prevention programs, station tours, and school visits throughout the year. Our goal is not only to respond when emergencies happen — but to help prevent them in the first place.
If your school, business, or organization would like to schedule a visit or request fire safety education materials, please contact our team at 812-268-5837 or email.
Fire Prevention Services
Our Fire Prevention Division also performs a variety of essential services that protect lives and property:
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New Construction Reviews: Working closely with other City departments to review plans and conduct inspections to ensure proper fire code compliance and emergency access.
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Annual Business Inspections: Inspecting all commercial buildings and businesses at least once a year to confirm code compliance.
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Educational Outreach: Tracking fire and injury trends and developing new programs to address emerging risks.
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Fire Investigations: Identifying the source and cause of fires to improve prevention strategies.
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Pre-Incident Planning: Managing data that gives front-line crews critical information during emergency responses, allowing for faster, safer mitigation.
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