Before I joined the fire department I was like anyone else. If there were a fire or a car wreck in the neighborhood I would walk down to see what was happening. It didn't take long for me to turn in an application. As a member of the fire department for the past 14 years I can tell you that it has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I still get to go see what is happening but now I know how to help. On a local level there is no better way to contribute to your community. There are many ways you can help. Click here to find an opportunity that works for you.

April 5, 2009: We responded to a fully involved structure fire shortly before midnight on April 5th. The initial fire attack was hindered because of power lines were down in the rear of the residence. Units from Fayette #2 as well as South Point and Chesapeake Fire Departments were called to the scene. The Ohio State Fire Marshal's office was contacted to conduct the investigation. More Photos are available in our photo gallery. They were taken by a former Fayette Twp Firefighter Roy Evans who has been recently reinstated as the department's photographer.

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February 12, 2009: A late night fire left one family homeless. The fire was initially reported at 1:18am and when the first truck arrived at scene it was fully involved with fire. Unit's from Fayette #2, South Point and Chesapeake fire departments assisted with extinguishment. At one point the emergency evacuation alarm (a long blast of the air horn) was sounded due to structural instability that was discovered while crews were working on the inside. The fire has been determined to be arson by the Ohio State Fire Marshal's office. If you have any information you are asked to call 1-800-589-2728. There is a $5,000 reward for information that leads to conviction of whoever is responsible.

Local Media Coverage: Ironton Tribune | WSAZ | Herald-Dispatch

February 6, 2009: A four unit apartment building caught fire just before 9am. Units from Fayette #2, South Point, Chesapeake and Ceredo FD's responded to assist. Initial reports were that there may have been victim's trapped inside but when Engine 2-5 arrived at the scene the tenants reported that everyone got out safely. Although one unit was completely destroyed the contents of the other three were spared for the most part. The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental by the Ohio State Fire Marshal's office. More Photos are available in our photo gallery. Special thanks to former chief Jerry Lockhart for the photos.

Local Media Coverage: Ironton Tribune | WSAZ | Herald-Dispatch

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