Short Creek Joint Fire District

06/05/2026

🚒 The members of the Short Creek Joint Fire District ask that you keep Antrim Fire Chief Donald Warnock and his family in your thoughts and prayers as he continues to recover from the serious accident he was involved in on I-470. We are thankful for the progress he has made and wish him continued strength, healing, and a full recovery.

If you are able, please consider attending the benefit being held in his honor to help support Chief Warnock and his family during his recovery. ❤️🙏🚒

06/01/2026

⚠️ LOCATION CHANGE ⚠️

The Short Creek Joint Fire District Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, June 4th at 6:00 PM at Station 2 in Smithfield.

Please note that this meeting has been moved to Station 2.

📍 Station 2 – Smithfield
🗓 Thursday, June 4
⏰ 6:00 PM

All are welcome to attend. We encourage community members to join us, stay informed, and be involved in the future of our district.

We look forward to seeing you there.

05/29/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the West Liberty Volunteer Fire Dept. in the loss of Lt. Hunter Seidler.

Sending our deepest condolences, thoughts, and prayers from all of us at the Short Creek Joint Fire District during this difficult time. Stay strong, brothers and sisters.

05/17/2026

05/04/2026

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

At Short Creek Joint Fire District, we see firsthand the challenges that come with serving others. Behind every call, every uniform, and every strong face—there’s a human being who matters.

Mental health is just as important as physical health. Whether you’re a first responder, a veteran, or a member of our community—you are not alone.

✔️ Check in on yourself
✔️ Reach out to someone you trust
✔️ Support one another
✔️ Don’t be afraid to ask for help

It’s okay to not be okay.

Together, we stand stronger. Together, we heal.
If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. We are here. Always.

📞 Call or text 988 – Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
💬 Chat: 988lifeline.org

04/28/2026

🚨Notice of Location Change🚨

The Short Creek Joint Fire District Board meeting on May 7th at 6:00pm will be at Station 1 in Adena.

04/05/2026

🚨🐰 SOUND THE ALARMS… IT’S EASTER! 🐰🚨
From all of us at the Short Creek Joint Fire District, we’re wishing everyone a safe, happy, and egg-stra special Easter! 🌷🥚

Whether you’re hunting eggs, spending time with family, or enjoying a great meal—remember to stay safe today.

🚒 We’re always on duty and ready to respond—24/7, holidays included. If you need us, don’t hesitate to call.

Have a safe and blessed Easter! 💛

03/02/2026

🚒💦 Training Never Stops! 💦🚒

Yesterday, the duty crew from the Short Creek Joint Fire District spent time at Friendship Park working on draft training using our new Engine 2211.

Drafting operations are a critical skill, especially in areas without hydrants. Training like this ensures our crews are ready to efficiently establish a water supply from ponds, lakes, and other static sources when seconds count.

Engine 2211 performed great, and our crew continues to sharpen their skills to better serve our community.

Proud of the dedication and teamwork shown every day — even on training days! 👏

03/01/2026

📢 Attention Residents

Burn Ban Now in Effect
Effective today, March 1st, a statewide open burn ban is in place and will continue through May 31st as required by Ohio law to help reduce the risk of brush and wildland fires due to dry conditions this time of year.

🔥 Burn Ban Details:

• Open burning is prohibited daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. through May 31st.
• The ban includes brush, debris, rubbish, and other open flames that could start uncontrolled fires.
• Outdoor burning outside of these hours still carries fire risk — exercise extreme caution.

🚒 This ban is an important measure to protect our community, property, and first responders from preventable fires during a high-risk season.

Please adhere to all burn restrictions and contact Short Creek Joint Fire District if you have questions about safe burning practices or local ordinances.

Stay safe and thank you for your cooperation!
— Short Creek Joint Fire District