Orange County Rural District 1 Fire Department

***For Immediate Release***

February 12th, 2026

Camper Fire Just After Noon

French Lick, IN – The Orange County Rural District 1 Fire Department and Springs Valley Fire Department were dispatched just past noon to a reported camper fire near the 2900 block of Old
State Road 145 in French Lick. Crews arrived to find a camper approximately 50% involved. Crews quickly brought the fire under control and kept it from spreading to nearby exposures. Estimated property damage totaled $5,000. The cause of the fire is unknown.
The property owner was not present at the time of the fire.

The fire was brought under control in under 10 minutes. Approximately 2000 gallons of water was used to extinguish the fire. There were 5 fire apparatus and 10 firefighters on the scene. No injuries were reported. All units were clear of the scene just before 1pm.

Departments On-Scene Include:
Orange County Rural District 1 Fire Department
Springs Valley Fire Department
IU Health Lifeline

Logan Best,
Chief
Orange County Rural District 1 Fire Department
P: 812-216-4355