Champion Township Fire Dept.

Champion Township Fire Dept. Champion Fire Dept. is staffed with 4 personnel 24/7, staffing is comprised of two Full-Time and two Part-Time members per shift. Class 4 / 4Y.

Fire Chief Thomas Dempsey works Monday thru Friday 7:00 am to 3:00pm. September of 1928 a hand full of residents and business owners saw the need
for fire protection. The Champion Heights Fire Department Inc. was established
as a subscription private company. In 1933 the department was turned over
to the Township Trustees due to mounting costs and the Champion Township
Fire Department was bor

n. In 1955 a full time Chief was hired and in 1965 the
station had manning 24 hours a day. With EMS service in the 1970’s saw
Paramedics and with implementation of 911 came an increased call volume. Four personnel staff the station today around the clock manning nine apparatus. Cross trained as firefighters and EMS providers the men and women of the
department proudly serve the residents of Champion. The call volume in 1929 was 15 and in 2021 the department handled 2,367
alarms. Champion Fire Department is an I.S.O.

06/03/2026

Champion Township is looking to charge neighboring communities when they help with emergency medical services.

05/25/2026
To all of the wonderful mother’s out there, Happy Mother’s Day!!!
05/10/2026

To all of the wonderful mother’s out there, Happy Mother’s Day!!!

05/06/2026

To the residents of Champion Township,

On behalf of the entire Champion Fire Department, I want to extend our sincere gratitude for your support in the recent passage of the fire levy.

Your vote represents more than just funding, it is a clear statement that you value the safety, reliability, and future of emergency services in our community. This support allows us to take meaningful steps forward in strengthening our department, including increasing staffing levels, maintaining and replacing essential equipment, and addressing critical operational and facility needs.

As call volumes continue to rise, the demands placed on our firefighters and paramedics grow as well. This levy ensures that we can meet those demands with the level of professionalism, efficiency, and care that you expect and deserve. It directly impacts our ability to respond quickly, provide advanced medical care, and maintain a constant state of readiness.

We recognize that this investment comes from you the residents, and we take that responsibility seriously. We remain committed to being good stewards of these funds and to delivering the highest level of service to our community.

Thank you for your trust, your support, and your continued partnership in keeping Champion Township safe.

I would also like to personally thank the Besse and Shwab family for your dedication and commitment to our mission by providing support at the polls today. Thank you!

Sincerely,
Thomas Dempsey, Fire Chief

**Structure Fire**At approximately 1:53 a.m., the Champion Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 6000 blo...
05/01/2026

**Structure Fire**
At approximately 1:53 a.m., the Champion Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 6000 block of Mahoning Avenue. Upon arrival, Tanker 21 reported a working structure fire with heavy flames from the front of the house.

The crew of Tanker 21 promptly initiated an aggressive interior attack, navigating through heavy smoke and fire. Auto-aid companies from Bazetta, Bristol, Farmington, and Southington were simultaneously dispatched.

All occupants were confirmed to be out of the residence prior to arrival. Firefighters remained on scene for approximately 3 1/2 hours conducting overhaul operations.

No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported. Unfortunately, two rabbits and two cats did not survive.

The cause of the fire has been determined as accidental.

Units assigned: Tanker 21, Chief 21, Engine 17, Chief 17, Engine 22, Ladder 11, Engine 45, and Chief 45.

A water main break has occurred at Esther Ave./Calla Ave. Please avoid the area. Thank you!
04/28/2026

A water main break has occurred at Esther Ave./Calla Ave. Please avoid the area. Thank you!

04/16/2026

Thank you for the overwhelming response!! Sign distribution will occur on Friday afternoon.

04/15/2026

Address

139 Champion Avenue W
Warren, OH
44483

Telephone

+13308470311

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