First responders encounter camel during fire in Jennings County

(HAYDEN, Ind.) – Firefighters encountered a unique animal after responding to a call in Hayden on Sunday night. 

The Spencer Township Fire Department and Scipio-Geneva Fire Department were called to a brush fire around 5 p.m. 

Crews quickly extinguished the brush fire and later discovered that the property owner has camel.

“It quickly became a favorite attraction for everyone on scene. He didn't have much to say, but he certainly seemed to enjoy all the attention,” the Scipio-Geneva Fire Department stated. 

They added, “We would like to thank Spencer Township Volunteer Fire Department for the request for assistance and appreciate the continued teamwork and camaraderie between our departments.”