Harrison County Gets First Fire Training Facility

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Harrison County’s firefighters are getting a game-changing upgrade with their first-ever dedicated training facility—just five minutes from the Cynthiana Fire Department. This state-of-the-art space lets crews practice live fires, rappelling, and ventilation without costly trips out of town or sacrificing local staffing. Chief Bob Chaffee says the old system often sent a third of the team away, leaving communities understaffed—now, training stays local, crews stay ready, and response times improve. Construction is underway, with operations expected to begin in months. This isn’t just a new…