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  AVON, IN — Residents in the Cobblestone Springs neighborhood were instructed to shelter in place Wednesday morning after a gas main was ruptured, prompting a large emergency response. The Avon Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 10:22 a.m. to the 7000 block of Cobblesprings Dr. after a gas main rupture was reported. When firefighters arrived, they located an active break involving a 3 inch natural gas line . As crews assessed the situation, firefighters began going door to door notifying residents to shelter in place while the leak is brought under control. Utility companies also responded to the scene and are working alongside emergency crews. Power is being shut off to the neighborhood as part of the effort to safely isolate the damaged gas line and allow repairs to be made. Emergency personnel remain on scene as crews work to stop the leak and secure the area. The shelter in place remains in effect for residents within the affected neighborhood while the in...

  Avon, IN — Avon Fire Department responded to a fire at Pizza King on Tuesday morning after being dispatched at approximately 8:25 a.m. Firefighters arrived and were able to quickly get water on the fire, bringing it under control within minutes. As crews worked to extinguish the fire, they checked the neighboring businesses, Tony Nails and AAA, for possible fire extension. Firefighters determined the fire had not spread to either business. At this time, the cause of the fire and the extent of the damage have not been released.

Plainfield, IN — A single vehicle crash knocked out electricity to part of a Plainfield neighborhood Tuesday evening after a vehicle struck a utility pole. Emergency crews were dispatched right at 7:00 p.m. to Bradford Road between Foxglove Drive and Liatris Drive following reports of a single vehicle accident. Avon Fire Department, Avon Police Department, and the Hendricks County Sheriff's Department responded to the scene to assist with the crash and manage traffic while crews worked in the area. The impact caused significant damage to the utility pole, resulting in a power outage affecting nearby homes. The extent of any injuries has not been released. Power crews remain in the area repairing the damaged utility pole and power lines as restoration efforts continue. Motorists are encouraged to use caution while traveling through the area as crews complete repairs.

  Avon, IN — Avon and Plainfield fire crews responded to a working apartment fire at the Preserve of Avon apartment complex on Sunday evening after flames were reported coming through the roof of one of the buildings. The fire was dispatched at approximately 7:52 p.m. after a caller reported seeing flames extending through the roof. According to initial dispatch information, the fire is believed to have started in the kitchen of one of the apartment units. As firefighters arrived and worked to bring the fire under control, all apartments within the affected building, along with nearby units, were evacuated as a precaution. No injuries have been reported. The extent of the damage and the cause of the fire have not yet been released. The incident remains under investigation.

  AVON, Ind. — A serious motorcycle crash occurred Wednesday night at the intersection of Dan Jones Road and County Road 200 North in Avon. The Avon Fire Department and Avon Police Department responded to the intersection just before 9:30 p.m. Wednesday . County Road 200 North was shut down between Dan Jones Road and Charles Street while emergency crews were on scene. Avon Police remained at the location for several hours conducting a crash reconstruction investigation before the roadway was reopened. I have reached out to Avon Police for additional information and will provide updates as they become available.

  Avon, IN — Firefighters quickly contained a residential fire Thursday evening after responding to a home on Meadow Glen Dr., just east of Park Place Blvd. in Avon. The Avon Fire Department was dispatched just after 5:30 p.m. for a reported house fire. Arriving crews encountered smoke coming from the residence and located an active fire at the rear of the home. Firefighters were able to bring the fire under control in approximately 15 minutes, preventing the flames from spreading further. Based on information from the scene, it does not appear anyone was home at the time of the fire. No injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire has not yet been released, and the incident remains under investigation.

  AVON, IN — A Town of Avon employee was seriously injured Tuesday morning after being struck by a vehicle at Ronald Reagan Parkway and County Road 100 N. According to emergency responders, the incident occurred just after 10:00 a.m. Avon Police and Fire personnel responded immediately to the scene to provide emergency medical aid. The victim was stabilized at the scene before being transported to Eskenazi Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. Town Officials later confirmed that the pedestrian is an employee of the Town of Avon. The driver of the vehicle involved in the collision remained at the scene following the crash. Investigators stated that the driver has been fully cooperative with law enforcement as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The intersection was restricted for a period of time while crash investigators documented the scene. The Avon Police Department is leading the ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision. Additi...

  Avon, IN — Emergency crews responded to a serious multi vehicle crash on US 36 near the Avon Town Hall and Police Station on Tuesday afternoon. The crash was first reported just before 4:30 p.m. According to initial reports, three vehicles were involved in the collision. Avon Police and Avon Fire Department personnel arrived on scene and found two individuals trapped inside their vehicles. Firefighters worked to safely extricate both victims from the wreckage while paramedics treated multiple injured individuals at the scene. It was reported that three people were transported to area hospitals for further treatment. The severity of the injuries remains unknown at this time. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Additional information is expected to be released as it becomes available. Viewer Submitted Photo:

 Plainfield, IN — Plainfield Fire Department, alongside Avon Fire Department and Danville Fire Department crews, responded to Franklin Park in Plainfield at 9:00 p.m. Tuesday night for a water rescue involving three juveniles stranded in White Lick Creek. According to information from the scene, a bystander directed firefighters to the location where crews discovered three juveniles stranded on a sandbar within the creek. Rescue swimmers and a boat were deployed as firefighters worked to safely reach the victims. Additional fire crews also staged downstream near US-40 as a precaution during the operation in the event conditions changed or victims were swept further downstream. The coordinated rescue effort lasted 45 minutes before all three juveniles were safely removed from the water. Minor injuries were reported. No additional information about the victims has been released.

 Avon, IN — Community leaders, fire officials, and residents gathered for the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Avon Fire Station 145, marking a major investment in public safety and emergency response coverage for the growing area. The new station is located at 7040 Governors Row along Avon Ave between E County Road 100 S & Oriole Way. As Avon continues to expand, the new facility is expected to help strengthen emergency response capabilities and improve coverage for residents across the community. The station will serve as an important addition to the township’s public safety infrastructure and support continued growth throughout the area. Officials highlighted the importance of planning for future growth and ensuring emergency services keep pace with the needs of the community.

Indianapolis, IN — Indianapolis Metro Police boxed in a juvenile hit and run suspect in the Bridgeport Commons neighborhood after a 911 caller reported the suspect threatened the caller’s daughter during the incident. The incident was reported around 8:16 p.m. The suspect also reportedly drove through several residential yards. The juvenile later resisted with officers and was transported to a local hospital by ambulance with a police escort. Avon Fire Department was also dispatched to the scene to check the integrity of a nearby residence after reports the vehicle may have struck the home. No additional information has been released at this time, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Indianapolis, IN — Multiple Avon Fire Department medics responded to a serious vehicle crash at the intersection of Rockville Road and Bridgeport Road just after 5:00 p.m. Wednesday evening. Initial reports indicate IMPD arrived first to check for possible injuries. As more information came in, multiple Avon Fire Department medics were dispatched to the scene. Emergency responders arrived to find a major accident with multiple individuals hurt. Witnesses at the scene reported that as many as five vehicles were involved in the crash. Police continued working to assess injuries and secure the area. The extent of injuries has not yet been officially confirmed.

 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — I am on scene at the Covington Square Apartments near Rockville Road and High School Road for a working apartment fire late Monday night. Initial crews arrived to find active fire conditions inside the complex. Several Avon Fire Department units were dispatched to assist with suppression efforts. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze and limit further spread within the building. No information has been released yet regarding injuries or the extent of the damage.

 Fire crews from Brownsburg and Avon responded this afternoon to a working residence fire near the intersection of N Adams Street and Franklin Street . According to initial information from officials on scene, the cause of the fire has not yet been determined. All occupants of the home were safely evacuated, and no injuries have been reported at this time. Firefighters remained on scene to bring the situation under control and investigate further.

 An urban search effort in Avon wrapped up quickly Tuesday evening after first responders located a missing male safely. According to officials, Avon Fire and Avon Police launched the search around 7:15 PM in the area of US-36 and Gable Drive after receiving a report of a missing male subject, whose age was not immediately available. Emergency crews coordinated a focused search of the surrounding area, and within roughly 15 minutes, responders were able to locate the individual safely at approximately 7:30 PM . The quick resolution highlights the strong teamwork between Avon’s fire and police departments, as well as their rapid response to incidents involving community safety.

  Plainfield, IN – Fire departments from Plainfield and Avon responded to the Glasswater Creek Assisted Living Facility  this evening at around 6:15pm after reports of a possible fire inside the building. According to witnesses, firefighters arrived quickly and immediately began checking the building to ensure all residents and staff were safe. The facility was temporarily evacuated as a precaution while crews investigated the source of the report. Fortunately, no injuries were reported , and firefighters were able to contain the situation without further incident. Crews remained on scene for some time to ventilate the building and confirm that it was safe for residents to return. The cause of the incident remains under investigation. Both departments were praised for their swift and professional response, which helped prevent a potentially dangerous situation from escalating. Update: The investigation has concluded, it turned out to be food burning in one of the units on...

Hendricks County – A Project Lifesaver alert was activated earlier today in the area of County Road 100 South and Raceway Road after reports of a missing individual believed to be part of the program. Responding quickly, Avon Police Department , Plainfield Police Department , and crews from both Avon Fire Department and Plainfield Fire Territory worked together to locate the individual safely. Thanks to the specialized Project Lifesaver tracking equipment and the coordinated response from local agencies, the search ended successfully in a short amount of time. Project Lifesaver is a public safety program that assists in locating individuals who may wander due to cognitive conditions such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, or autism. Participants wear a small transmitter bracelet that emits a unique tracking signal, allowing trained responders to find them quickly when needed. Today’s outcome is another reminder of how valuable this program is in keeping vulnerable community members safe...

  Plainfield, IN – Fire crews from the Plainfield Fire Territory and Avon Fire Department responded to a working house fire Monday evening near Avon Avenue and Indiana Avenue in Plainfield. Downed and sparking power lines were reported at the scene as firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control. Initial reports indicated that occupants were trapped inside the home , but crews were able to safely extract them. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.