Buckman Named Honorary Chief

Highway 268 Field Fire

The Corydon Civil Defense Fire & Rescue (Henderson County), named Chief John Buckman III, as an honorary member, for his work he has done for our department, teaching mental health classes for firefighters, taking photos at big events and being a shoulder to lean on when needed. This was to be present at our 2022 Christmas meal, but due to scheduling conflicts it was delayed.

Thank you Chief Bryan Coghill for bestowing the Corydon CD Fire-Rescue honorary member to me. I am humbled to be recognized by this great group of volunteer firefighters working hard to protect their community. Bryan’s grandfather, Bill Coghill, was fire ch ief at German Township back in the 70s. Bryan’s father Mike was a member of German Township and has been a Chief at Smith Mills for many years. Again thank you to all the Corydon CD Fire-Rescue members.

- John Buckman III& Corydon CD FR

Smith Mills FD, Corydon Civil Defense Fire & Rescue, and the Niagara FD responded to a field fire nearhighway 268 and J Dance Rd., caused by a lightning strike. Upon arrival, about an acre was actively burning. Units quickly extinguished the fire, but stayed on scene to ensure all hot spots were extinguished.

- Photos courtesy of Corydon CD FR