Dorset Township Fire Department

11/07/2025

Dear Dorset Residents,

Thank you for voting yes on the fire levy. Your support will generate much-needed funding for our fire department.

The revenue from this levy will allow us to update essential equipment and establish a dedicated fund for scheduled replacement of fire apparatus, which has not been financially possible for the past two decades. With this long-term planning in place, we can better ensure reliable fire protection for all the communities we serve.

Additionally, with the passing of this new levy, all previously approved fire department levies will be canceled, simplifying the tax structure while still supporting the department’s needs.
We sincerely appreciate your trust and commitment to public safety.

Thank you for helping us continue to protect Dorset and our neighboring communities.

09/25/2024

Dear Community Members,

The Dorset Volunteer Fire Department is actively seeking new members to join our team. We welcome individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to our community's safety.
Comprehensive training will be provided by our department.

In light of the recent fire on September 22nd, we hope this event has highlighted the importance of having more volunteers within our fire department. On average, we respond to approximately 100 calls each year. Please note that we operate strictly as a fire department and do not provide emergency medical services (EMS).

If you are interested in becoming a member or would like more information, please reach out to Chief Rogge at (440) 858-7615.

We hold meetings every Tuesday evening at 6 PM, and we encourage you to stop by the fire department.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve our community.

Sincerely, �Jared Rogge�Fire Chief
Dorset Volunteer Fire Department

09/23/2024

**Press Release: A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Community and First Responders**

09-23-2024

**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

On behalf of everyone involved in last night’s response at Comp Dairy Farm, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all who assisted in controlling the fire. This was an immense task, and thanks to the swift and coordinated efforts of so many, we were able to bring the situation under control in an efficient and timely manner.

We witnessed incredible support from our local community, as well as fire departments from across Ashtabula County, Trumbull County, Geauga County, and Crawford County, PA. Over 70 firefighters worked tirelessly for many hours, not only battling the fire but ensuring thorough overhaul operations to prevent further risk.

A special thank you goes out to the excavators and their operators whose expertise and equipment played a critical role in containing the fire. The resources they provided made a significant difference in the success of our efforts.

In addition to the firefighters, the generosity of community members who donated food and drinks helped keep our crews hydrated and nourished throughout the long hours of work. Your contributions, whether big or small, were vital in supporting our first responders on the scene.

We cannot thank everyone enough for their selflessness, bravery, and commitment to protecting Comp Dairy Farm. This successful response was made possible because of the dedication shown by every individual, team, and organization that came together in this time of need.

As of now, the fire remains under investigation by the State Fire Marshal's Office, and we will provide updates as information becomes available.

Once again, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you to all the fire departments, community members, and volunteers who contributed their time, resources, and expertise. Without each and every one of you, we would not have had such a positive outcome.

Jared Rogge
Fire Chief
Dorset Fire Department

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**END OF RELEASE**

06/25/2023

Today we hosted a live burn exercise with Andover Volunteer Fire Department and Jefferson Fire department. Thank you to all that came out and helped. If you look at these pictures and think to yourself this looks fun please stop by any fire hall and pick up an application to join. Volunteers are at record lows right now in many departments. Most fire departments in the county meet on Tuesday evenings around 7pm.

11/26/2022

09/14/2022

09/10/2022

Tomorrow!

On Sunday, September 11, 2022, at 2:00PM, the eighth annual Prayer for the Badge will take place at the policeman‘s memorial in downtown Jefferson Village, Ohio.

For the eighth year in a row, Judge Harold E Specht Jr Will be the master of ceremonies. Local clergyman including Pastor Scott Ardary of the Pentecostal Community Church and and Pastor Bill McMinn of the Eagleville Bible Church will offer eulogies in honor of our first responders.

This year, organizers are happy to announce that the keynote speaker will be the Honorable Eugene A. Lucci. Not only is Judge Lucci a jurist on the common pleas court in Lake County he is also a former law enforcement officer and a current candidate for the Eleventh District Court of Appeals.

Please join us on Sunday to offer prayers and praise for our first responders.