Chatham Township Fire Department

09/11/2026

Today, the Chatham Township Fire Department joins our nation in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

We remember the 2,977 innocent lives taken that day and honor the first responders who ran toward danger while others were trying to escape.

We especially remember the 343 FDNY firefighters, along with the law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, military members, and countless others whose courage and sacrifice defined that day and the days that followed.

Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor their memory, their service, and their sacrifice.

May we never forget those who were lost, those who answered the call, and those who continue to live with the effects of September 11.

🇺🇸 We will never forget.

09/10/2026

Today at approximately 12:34 p.m., Chatham Township Fire Department crews responded to Avon Lake Road and Smith Road for a reported motor vehicle accident with injuries.

Upon arrival, crews found two semi-trucks involved in a collision. Approximately 10 gallons of oil spilled onto the roadway.

The Medina County Hazmat Team was consulted, and Chatham and Litchfield crews contained the spill and addressed hazards at the scene.

The Chatham Township Fire Department received mutual aid from Litchfield Fire and Rescue, Ohio

Thank you to Lloyds Towing for assistance with the clean up.

Thank you to Medina County Sheriff's Office, Ohio for assistance with traffic control.

We appreciate the assistance and cooperation of our neighboring departments and partner agencies. The scene was safely managed, and the roadway was protected from further hazards.

09/09/2026

08/22/2026

Congratulations to Two of Our Members!

The Chatham Township Fire Department would like to congratulate the following members on reaching major milestones in their fire and EMS training:

🚑 Blake Paul — Paramedic

🔥 Kelly Cheek — Firefighter II

Both of these accomplishments require countless hours of classroom instruction, hands-on training, studying, and dedication.

Please join us in congratulating Blake and Kelly on their achievements! We’re proud to have you as part of CTFD and look forward to seeing you put these new skills to work serving our community.

Congratulations, Blake and Kelly!

08/21/2026

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🔥 100% PASS RATE! 🔥

Congratulations to our Fire II students on achieving a 100% pass rate on their exam!

We are incredibly proud of your hard work, dedication, and commitment to your training. Way to represent MCCC Adult Education—congratulations to our newest Firefighter II graduates! 👏🔥

08/10/2026

Reminder to All Department & Association Members

This week will be an Association Meeting in place of our regularly scheduled training.

All department and association members are encouraged to attend. Please plan accordingly.

Regular training will resume next week.

08/02/2026

Yesterday at approximately 8:47 PM, crews from The Chatham Township Fire Department responded to Old Mill Road for a motorcycle crash involving a deer.

A 67-year-old male was traveling on Old Mill Road when his motorcycle struck a deer. Chatham crews treated the rider at the scene before transporting him to the helipad at Lodi Hospital, where care was transferred to Metro Life Flight for transport to a higher level of care.

The patient was reported to be in stable condition at the time of transport.

We appreciate the teamwork and coordination of everyone involved in providing care to the patient.

07/13/2026

Avoid the area until further notice.

ROAD CLOSED:

SR 83 between SR 162 and Spencer Lake Rd. Is closed due to a water main break. Please avoid the area.

06/25/2026

Last night members from the Chatham Township Fire Department and Lodi Fire and Rescue spent the evening practicing on our new rescue boat. This boat will replace an older style flat bottom boat for rescues; and is designed to be inflated rapidly and be deployed more efficiently for water rescues.

The boat was purchased with funds awarded from the Lorain-Medina Rural Electric Cooperative Inc People’s Fund. A big thank you to LMRE for their continued support of organizations in the community!

06/19/2026

Today we’d like to congratulate Captain Jared Arters on passing his NREMT! Captain Arters has been working hard over the last six months obtain his EMT, showing his commitment to the community he serves. Well done Sir!