West Licking Joint Fire District

10/21/2026

Our crews have already tackled challenging scenarios involving tight spaces, barriers, fallen trees, and other obstacles. This time, training focused on vehicle extrication when a vehicle is submerged in water.

Different scenarios, different challenges, but the same goal: being prepared when every second counts!

10/17/2026

The best time to prepare for an emergency is long before the call ever comes in!

At West Licking Joint Fire District, we’re incredibly thankful for the dedicated training grounds right here at Station 402!

What was once a property used for another purpose has been transformed into a valuable resource for our firefighters and the communities we serve.

From vehicle extrication and water rescue to search and rescue scenarios and hands-on emergency response exercises, our training grounds provide opportunities to sharpen skills in realistic environments.

With a dedicated training house, extrication pad, pond, and specialized training facilities, having these resources on-site allows our crews to train regularly and prepare for a wide variety of emergencies.

Every hour spent training is an investment in the safety of our community. And that’s something we’re grateful for every day!

10/14/2026

West Licking Joint Fire District Awarded Nearly $891,000 in Federal Grants

West Licking Fire District has been awarded two 2025 federal grants totaling $890,569.65 to strengthen emergency response capabilities, replace essential firefighting equipment and expand staffing.

The district received $219,940.90 through the 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant. The funding will help purchase 27 sets of turnout gear, 3,900 feet of 5-inch supply hose, 70 sections of 3-inch supply hose and several attack nozzles.

West Licking Fire District also received $670,628.75 through the 2025 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grant. The award will support the hiring of three full-time firefighters, increasing the district’s capacity to serve the community and respond to emergencies.

Together, the awards will provide the district with critical protective equipment, upgraded water-supply capabilities and additional staffing to support safe, effective emergency response.

City of Pataskala, Ohio
City of Reynoldsburg, Ohio- Government
Village of Kirkersville
Village of Hebron
Etna Township
Harrison Township
Jersey Township

10/14/2026

Congratulations to Firefighter/Paramedic Tim Miller who celebrates 8 years with the West Licking Joint Fire District!

10/13/2026

Congratulations to Firefighter/John Schmenk who celebrates 8 years with the District!

10/12/2026

Congratulations to Firefighter/Paramedic Clayton Hutton who celebrates 8 years with the District!

10/12/2026

10/11/2026

A special dedication was held at Station 406, at 111 Basin Street, on Saturday morning to honor 100 years of fire service to the community.