Orange Township Fire Department, Delaware County, Ohio

05/30/2026

On May 28, 2026, the Orange Township Fire Department officially broke ground on the future home of Fire Station 362! 🚒

This new facility will replace the current Station 362, which has proudly served as home to the department since 1986. The new station will be built on the same property as the Veterans Memorial, the current Station 362, and the Road Facilities Garage.

We are incredibly grateful for the continued support from our community and to the Board for investing in the growth of the fire department so we can continue providing the highest level of service to our residents for years to come.

Our Best for Your Worst.

05/29/2026

🚒 We know parking can be tough sometimes, but please don’t park in cul-de-sacs or fire lanes. If you see 'NO PARKING' signs, please respect them, there so emergency vehicles can get where they need to go.

Fire trucks are very large. They need LOTS of room to turn around, set up equipment, and get crews safely to an emergency. When cars block cul-de-sacs or fire lanes, it can slow down firefighters and paramedics when seconds matter most.

So help us help you:
✅ Keep fire lanes clear
✅ Don’t use cul-de-sacs as parking spots
✅ Respect the signs — they’re there for a reason
Because the only thing that should be parked in a fire lane… is a fire truck. 👨‍🚒🔥

05/06/2026

On behalf of the entire Fire Department, I want to extend my sincere thanks to our residents for voting yes on the recent fire levy. Your support ensures we can continue to provide the high level of service and protection our community depends on. This investment strengthens our ability to respond quickly, maintain essential equipment, and keep our firefighters trained and safe.

We are proud to serve you and deeply grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us.

-Nathan McNeil, Fire Chief

05/04/2026

Today we recognize International Firefighters’ Day and the incredible men and women who serve the Orange Township community every day.

The Orange Township Fire Department is there for life’s most critical moments—responding without hesitation, putting others first, and showing true dedication to public safety. Their commitment, courage, and compassion do not go unnoticed.

From emergency response to community outreach, our firefighters make Orange Township a safer, stronger place to live. We are grateful for their service today and every day. They continue to give their best for our worst.

Join us in saying thank you to our Orange Township firefighters!

05/03/2026

04/27/2026

🚒 Orange Township Fire Levy – What You Need to Know 🚒

You will see the Orange Township fire levy on the ballot this May and wonder— is this a new tax?

The answer is no.

This levy was originally approved by voters in 2023. The levy on the ballot will replace the expiring levy at the updated rate. While it must appear on the ballot as a “new” levy due to changes in Ohio law, it is intended to continue existing funding—not create an additional tax.

If approved, this levy will:
- Continue current funding for fire and emergency services
- Remain in place for the next 5 years

Your support helps ensure Orange Township can continue providing the high-quality emergency services the Orange Township community depends on every day. Providing our best for your worst.

Fire Levy Tax Levy Calculator Election Day – May 5, 2026 This spring, there will be a 2-mil levy on the ballot for Orange Township. This levy will be taking the place of the previous 2-mil levy that expired in…

04/25/2026

We’d like to give a big thank you to the Porter-Kingston Fire District for putting on an outstanding 3 day trench rescue training. We also appreciate the City of Delaware Firefighters for providing personnel and trench rescue equipment to help make it happen.
Training alongside neighboring departments like this strengthens coordination and teamwork, all with the same goal in mind, protecting those in Orange Township and throughout Delaware County.

04/22/2026

⚠️Please avoid the area of East Powell Road and South Old State Road due to an accident. ⚠️

We will update when the area is clear.

04/22/2026

The Orange Township Fire Department's responsibility to keep our community safe is growing.

Today, Orange Township serves almost 40,000 residents, along with major roadways like U.S. Route 23, Interstate 71, and large waterways such as Alum Creek Lake. From busy commuter traffic to water rescues and everything in between, our Fire Department is called to protect a wide range of people, places, and situations every single day.

The upcoming fire levy supports the staffing, equipment, and response capabilities needed to serve a community of this size—while preparing for what’s ahead.

As our township and the Central Ohio region continue to shift, emergency services must be ready to meet changing/new demands.

Learn more about the levy and what it means for our community:

Fire Levy Tax Levy Calculator Election Day – May 5, 2026 This spring, there will be a 2-mil levy on the ballot for Orange Township. This levy will be taking the place of the previous 2-mil levy that expired in…