HISTORY

It is believed that the Grayson Fire Department was officially organized and established by the city council in 1933. It is unclear as to the accuracy of this date, do to a devastating suspicious fire in February 1979 that gutted city hall and destroyed vital city documents and records that accurately depict the organization of our department. It is difficult to imagine that our city was not served by an organized fire fighting force, until the mid-20th century, since most of our surrounding communities, such as the City if Olive Hill, had documented organized fire departments as early as 1880. The Cities of Ashland and Maysville had paid fire departments before 1900.

Any information, photos or other documentation disputing the 1933 date, would be cordially invited by calling the fire department administrative line at 606-474-5444 or by contacting our webmaster at webmaster@firedepartment.graysonkentucky.com . Please help us determine our history and place in the growth of our city.

The City of Grayson Fire Department circa 1950

The fire engine pictured on the left is a 1946 model and was purchased through limited city funds and donations by concerned citizens of Grayson. 

Grayson firemen and city leaders at the dedication of the Third Street fire station in 1970.

Grayson firemen pose with 1946 Engine 1 in front of the Third Street station during the early-1970's.

The picture on the right has a date of 1931 on the back.  If you know the history or information about this photograph please let us know at: webmaster@firedepartment.graysonkentucky.com

If you have pictures or information about the history of the Grayson Fire Department that you would like to share on this page please contact the webmaster.