Orange Township Fire Department, Delaware County, Ohio

08/20/2026

State Mutual Aid Flood Response

The Orange Township Fire Department was requested to assist the Hebron Fire Department with ongoing flooding issues in the area. The request for assistance originated from the Licking County EMA, which activated the emergency response plan.

Orange Township Fire Department responded with a three-person crew and one inflatable rescue boat. Our crew assisted with the evacuation of residents from 12 residences affected by the flooding.

The Orange Township Fire Department would like to thank Lt. Meyers, Lt. Jacob, and FF Hewitt for their dedication and willingness to assist with this important state mutual aid response.

We are proud of our members for answering the call and supporting our neighboring communities when they need us most. 🚒🤝

08/17/2026

🚨 ROAD CLOSURE ALERT 🚨

UPDATE: I-71 Northbound is partially open following a tractor-trailer accident.

Motorists should expect ongoing delays and traffic restrictions as crews continue working at the scene.

Interstate 71 Northbound is currently CLOSED, North of Polaris, due to a tractor-trailer accident.

Please avoid the area and use an alternate route if possible. Expect delays and give emergency crews plenty of room to work.

We’ll share additional information as it becomes available. Please drive carefully! 🚒

08/11/2026

🚦⚠️ Please be cautious as storms roll through the area and power outages continue. Traffic lights have been going out due to the lightning and wind damage.

Stay safe and only call 911 for emergencies.

08/11/2026

🌳 Storm Cleanup Reminder

The storm this morning left plenty of limbs and branches scattered around Orange Township. As you clean up your yard, don’t forget that Rumpke offers yard waste collection on your regular trash collection days.

For curbside collection:
🌿 Small branches and limbs should be cut to less than 6 feet in length and bundled with string or twine.
🚫 Please do not put yard waste in your Rumpke recycling cart.

Be sure to stay weather aware today as more storms are expected to roll in.

View Rumpke Waste & Recycling's yard waste policy here - https://www.rumpke.com/residential/waste-removal/yard-waste

07/23/2026

Last night, Orange Township firefighters responded to a reported kitchen fire on Red Oak Street in the Evans Farm subdivision.

Thanks to the awareness and preparedness of the occupants and nearby neighbors, the fire was extinguished with a portable fire extinguisher before firefighters arrived. Orange Township crews quickly confirmed the fire was out, checked for any hidden extension, and ensured the home was safe.

Because of the quick actions taken, the home sustained only minimal damage, and the occupants were able to remain in their home overnight.

A house fire can double in size approximately every 60 seconds, making early detection and immediate action critical. Having a working fire extinguisher—and knowing how to use it—can make a significant difference when a fire is still small and it is safe to do so.

Orange Township Fire Department offers fire extinguisher training classes for residents and businesses interested in learning how to properly use a portable fire extinguisher. If you are interested in scheduling a class, please contact the department for more information.

This incident is also a great reminder to:

Check your smoke alarms monthly and replace batteries as needed.
Ensure you have a fire extinguisher in or near your kitchen.
Practice a home fire escape plan with everyone in your household.
We commend the occupants and neighbors for their quick thinking and preparedness, which helped prevent a much more serious incident.

07/17/2026

Today’s air quality is going to be challenging for many. Limit your time outdoors today, especially if you have heart or respiratory conditions. If you must be outdoors, avoid strenuous activities as much as possible.

07/16/2026

Both roads are now open.

⚠️Please avoid the area of US 23 and Home Road due to a vehicle accident. Northbound US 23 has one lane open. Westbound Home Road is temporarily closed at the intersection. Homes and businesses in the area may experience temporary loss of power.

07/16/2026

Today's training put our drivers' precision and control to the test with a fire apparatus obstacle course.

Maneuvering a fire truck through tight spaces takes more than just driving. It requires skill, focus, and countless hours of practice. Crews worked through a series of obstacles designed to sharpen their backing, turning, and vehicle placement skills, all while operating one of the largest pieces of equipment on the road.

Training like this helps ensure our firefighters can safely and efficiently position apparatus when every second counts.

07/14/2026

🔥🧯 Thank you to the amazing team at Mount Carmel Fitness Center for welcoming us today for hands-on fire extinguisher training!

We appreciate your commitment to safety and the enthusiasm you brought to today's training. Participants had the opportunity to learn proper fire extinguisher techniques and gain valuable hands-on experience that can make a difference during the early stages of a fire emergency.

It's always a pleasure partnering with organizations that prioritize preparedness and invest in the safety of their patients, visitors, and staff. Thank you for your dedication to helping keep our community safe!

07/07/2026