Two Hospitalized After German Township Home Fire

Firefighters rescued one person from the burning home in Bartholomew County.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Firefighters responded to a home fire in the 1800 block of West County Road 650N in German Township, Bartholomew County, Indiana on Sunday afternoon. Edinburgh firefighters entered the residence and rescued one person, while another victim was transported to the hospital by private vehicle. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Why it matters

Home fires can pose serious risks to public safety, and this incident highlights the importance of prompt emergency response and rescue efforts by local fire departments. The investigation into the cause will help determine if there are any underlying issues that need to be addressed to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The details

According to the German Township Volunteer Fire Department and Edinburgh Fire Department, the fire call came in just before 3 p.m. on Sunday. Edinburgh firefighters arrived on the scene and found heavy smoke, then entered the residence and rescued one person. One victim was transported to the hospital by Columbus Regional Health ambulance, while another was taken by private vehicle. Several other local fire departments also assisted at the scene.

  • The fire call came in just before 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 10, 2026.

The players

German Township Volunteer Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to the home fire incident.

Edinburgh Fire Department

The fire department that rescued one person from the burning home.

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What’s next

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by local authorities.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the critical role that local fire departments play in responding to emergencies and protecting public safety, even in smaller communities. The investigation into the cause will help identify any potential fire hazards or safety issues that need to be addressed to prevent similar incidents in the future.