Grayson Fire Department * 316 East 3rd Street * Grayson, KY 41143

It is believed that the Grayson Fire Department was officially organized and established by the city council in 1933. It is unclear as to the accuracy of this date, do to a devastating suspicious fire in February 1979 that gutted city hall and destroyed vital city documents and records that accurately depict the organization of our department. It is difficult to imagine that our city was not served by an organized fire fighting force, until the mid-20th century, since most of our surrounding communities, such as the City if Olive Hill, had documented organized fire departments as early as 1880. The Cities of Ashland and Maysville had paid fire departments before 1900.

 

Any information, photos or other documentation disputing the 1933 date, would be cordially invited by calling the fire department administrative line at 606-474-5444 or by email: graysonfire@gmail.com. If you know any history or information about these photographs please contact by phone or by email.

 

We ask for your help in order for us the determine our accurate history and place in the growth of our city.

The fire engine pictured is a 1946 model and was purchased through limited city funds and donations by concerned citizens of Grayson. 

Grayson Firefighters and city leaders at the dedication of the Third Street fire station in 1970.

This picture has a date of 1931 on the back.

Grayson Firefighters pose with 1946 Engine 1 in front of the Third Street station during the early-1970's.

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