08/01/2026
*Press Release*
At approximately 3:35 p.m. this afternoon, multiple crews from the Cardington Fire Department, along with surrounding mutual aid agencies, responded to a barn fire in the 4200 block of Township Road 134.
No civilian injuries were reported, and it is our understanding that all animals were safely evacuated from the structure without injury. One firefighter was transported to the hospital for evaluation and remains hospitalized at this time.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. No additional information is available at this time, and all emergency crews have cleared the scene.
The Cardington Fire Department would like to thank the members of our community for their overwhelming support during the incident. Your generosity in providing refreshments to emergency personnel on scene was greatly appreciated.
We would also like to thank our mutual aid partners for their assistance, including the Mount Gilead Fire Department, Elm Valley Joint Fire District , 1st Consolidated Fire District, Big Walnut Joint Fire District, Fort Morrow (Waldo) Fire District, Morrow County EMS, and the Morrow County Sheriffs Office, Mt. Gilead Ohio.
It is our understanding that a large number of cattle that evacuated the structure remain loose in the area. If you observe any of the cattle, please contact the Morrow County Sheriff’s Office so the owner can be notified. Motorists are asked to use caution while traveling through the area.
