Russell Township Fire Department

06/09/2026

Continuous training keeps our team prepared, our equipment ready, and our community safer. Members spent time sharpening their pump operations and water supply skills, critical techniques that help ensure a reliable water supply during emergencies where hydrants aren't available.

06/04/2026

🏅🚑 Russell Township Fire Department is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Achievement Award from the American Heart Association.

This recognition reflects our continued commitment to providing the most up-to-date, evidence-based care for cardiac emergencies and improving patient outcomes in the community we serve.

Thank you to our EMS providers, firefighters, and healthcare partners who make this achievement possible.

05/25/2026

We really enjoy taking part in this Blossom tradition! Great to see so many smiling faces on the parade route!

04/26/2026

Mark your calendars now!

03/06/2026

The duty crew today is taking advantage of the mild temperatures by flowing water and pump operations for training today!

03/06/2026

Please adhere to burn bans!

02/25/2026

The Russell Fire Department offers our sincerest and deepest condolences to the Bainbridge Township Fire Department family, and the Rose family.

Bainbridge Firefighters are mourning the loss of Firefighter/Paramedic Darrell Rose. Darrell was a dedicated member since 2005, and charter full-time member since 2017. He loved his 2 children. Darrell will be missed. Please keep his family in your prayers.

01/19/2026

Please join us in congratulating Lt. Jacob Ebright, Lt. Bill Thomas, Lt. Frank Gromosky, and Lt. Jason Grassi following their recent swearing-in ceremony.

These promotions reflect our Strategic Plan and commitment to the Mission, Vision, and Core Values that guide the Russell Township Fire Department. 👏🚒 Congratulations! 👨🏻‍🚒

(Lt. Ebright is not pictured in the photos)

01/14/2026

It was a record setting year for the Russell Fire Department. We completed our 5 year Strategic Plan through the Ohio Fire Chief's Association, continued our public education with West Geauga Schools and Laurel School, increased our outreach through social media and in person engagements, continued to install residential Knox Boxes, promoted 4 new Lieutenants, hosted regional trainings and classes with state and national speakers and instructors, and responded to the highest number of calls in department history. We look forward to what 2026 has in store for us as we continue to live out our Mission, Vision, and Core Values that guide us to delivering the best possible services to Russell Township and our visitors.

2025 Year End Run Totals:

Fire Calls - 507
EMS Calls - 522
Total Calls - 1,029

01/13/2026

Please consider donating blood at our blood drive!