Penn Township Fire Dept.

04/24/2026

04/10/2026

🚨 Last Call! 🚨

Today is the final day to get your application in!
Deadline is 5:00 PM — drop off at Station 14.

Don’t miss your shot. 🔥

NOW HIRING – PENN TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT

Penn Fire is now accepting applications for Full-Time Firefighter / EMT-Basic positions.

Applications Open: March 30, 2026
Deadline: April 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Join a department committed to training, professionalism, and serving our community at the highest level.

Apply here: https://pennfire.org/

04/09/2026

04/08/2026

Time is running out!!! Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM Friday at Station 14.
Don’t miss your chance to get yours in today.

NOW HIRING – PENN TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT

Penn Fire is now accepting applications for Full-Time Firefighter / EMT-Basic positions.

Applications Open: March 30, 2026
Deadline: April 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Join a department committed to training, professionalism, and serving our community at the highest level.

Apply here: https://pennfire.org/

03/29/2026

NOW HIRING – PENN TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT

Penn Fire is now accepting applications for Full-Time Firefighter / EMT-Basic positions.

Applications Open: March 30, 2026
Deadline: April 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Join a department committed to training, professionalism, and serving our community at the highest level.

Apply here: https://pennfire.org/

03/27/2026

Message from the Fire Chief

03/18/2026

🚨 Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) Training Opportunity 🚨

Penn Township Fire Department will be hosting Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) training in partnership with Texas State University's ALERRT Program.

This performance-level course is designed to improve coordination between law enforcement, fire, EMS, and dispatch during active attacker / shooter incidents. Participants will learn medical and operational skills based on Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) guidelines and the Rescue Task Force concept to improve victim survivability.

📍 Location
Grissom Middle School
13881 Kern Rd
Mishawaka, IN

📅 Three Classes Available

Class 1
June 15–16, 2026
0800–1700
Class ID: 28610

Class 2
June 17–18, 2026
0800–1700
Class ID: 28612

Class 3
June 19–20, 2026
0800–1700
Class ID: 28613

👨‍🚒 Spots Available
• 10 Fire/EMS
• 20 Law Enforcement
• 2 Dispatchers

💲 Cost
FREE

📝 Register at
https://alerrt.org/login⁠�
Use the Class ID listed above

📧 Questions
Samuel Nowak
[email protected]

This training helps strengthen interagency coordination and life-saving response capabilities during high-risk incidents.

03/08/2026

Shortly after midnight on March 8, 2026, Penn Township Fire Department responded to a reported motor vehicle collision with entrapment in the area of Kern Rd and Dogwood Rd in Mishawaka.

Squad 14, Squad 13, Medic 13, and Battalion 5 responded to the scene along with the St. Joseph County Police Department. Upon arrival, crews located one patient trapped inside a passenger vehicle.

Firefighters quickly stabilized the vehicle and were able to extricate the patient with in approximately 10 minutes. The patient was then transported to the hospital for further evaluation. The extent of injuries is unknown at this time.

The intersection was temporarily closed while crews operated and was reopened once the vehicles were removed from the roadway. St. Joseph County Police Department is handling the investigation into the cause of the crash.

Drivers are reminded to remain alert and use caution when approaching intersections.

– Battalion 5
B-Shift

02/24/2026

Residential Structure Fire Response
📅 February 23, 2026

At 5:14 PM, Penn Fire and several of our mutual aid partners responded to a residential structure fire on Dogwood Road.

Upon arrival, crews encountered heavy smoke and visible flames from the front of the home. Firefighters initiated an aggressive interior attack, but due to strong wind conditions and deteriorating structural integrity, operations were transitioned to a defensive strategy to ensure firefighter safety.

The fire was brought under control at approximately 7:10 PM.

The homeowner arrived during the incident and confirmed no occupants were inside the residence other than a K9. Tragically, the dog did not survive the fire. Our thoughts are with the homeowner during this difficult time.

We would like to thank Centre Township Fire Department, Mishawaka Fire Department, Madison Township Volunteer Fire Department, Baugo Township Fire Department, Cleveland Township Fire Department, Wakarusa Volunteer Fire Department, Bremen Fire, Lakeville Fire , and South Bend Fire Department for their assistance and teamwork.

Strong work by all crews involved.
Battalion 5 – A Shift

02/19/2026

❄️ Ice Rescue Training ❄️

Penn Township Fire Department crews recently conducted ice rescue training to stay prepared for emergencies on frozen lakes, ponds, and waterways.

Ice conditions can change quickly, especially on rivers where moving water weakens ice from underneath. What looks solid can give way without warning, creating extremely dangerous situations.

During training, we utilized our new Rescue Deployment Craft (RDC). The RDC provides a safer, more stable platform for reaching victims on unstable ice and gives our crews greater control and capability when operating near moving water.

Training, equipment, and preparation make the difference when seconds count.

Remember — no ice is ever completely safe. If someone breaks through, call 911 immediately.

02/04/2026

Penn Township Fire Department would like to congratulate Chief Joshua Jester on becoming the new Fire Chief of the Mishawaka Fire Department. We wish Chief Jester and the entire department continued success as they move forward and look forward to continuing our strong working relationship in service to our communities. Best wishes for a safe and successful tenure.

The City of Mishawaka is proud to announce Joshua Jester has been selected by Mayor Dave Wood to serve as the 21st Fire Chief of the Mishawaka Fire Department.