Fort Branch, Union Township explore idea of becoming a unified fire protection territory

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Fort Branch, Union Township explore idea of becoming a unified fire protection territory

GIBSON COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT) -- The Fort Branch Fire Department is looking at ways to better serve the community. The fire department held a public meeting tonight to discuss forming a 'unified fire protection territory.' "The times have changed," says Fort Branch Chief Mike Sokeland. Chief Sokeland is proposing a 'unified fire protection territory,' an agreement between two neighboring townships for fire service. In this case, the contract would …