Fort Gratiot Charter Township - MI Fire Department

04/13/2026

04/06/2026

The Fort Gratiot Fire Department is currently accepting applications for part-time Firefighter/EMTs!

Qualified and motivated individuals are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to serve and protect our community.

All applications must be submitted no later than May 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon).

For additional information regarding qualifications and the application process, see the job posting below.

01/23/2026

With dangerously cold temperatures in our area, the Fort Gratiot Fire Department would like to remind everyone to practice safe heating habits at home.

If you’re using space heaters, keep them at least three feet away from anything that can burn and never leave them unattended. Plug heaters directly into a wall outlet and avoid using extension cords. Fireplaces and wood stoves should be properly maintained, and ashes should be disposed of in a metal container away from buildings. Never use ovens, grills, or generators indoors for heat, as this creates a serious fire and carbon monoxide risk.

Please take a moment to check that your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are working properly. A few simple precautions can help keep your home and family safe during extreme cold weather.

Stay warm and stay safe.

12/30/2025

Burn Permit Reminder - Fort Gratiot Charter Township

All 2025 Burn Permits for the Township of Fort Gratiot will expire on December 31, 2025.

If you need a new permit, you can obtain one in person or online at: https://www.fortgratiot.us/government/fire-department/burn-permit/

Please make sure your permit is current before burning. Contact us at 810-385-5666 for any questions. Stay safe and thank you for helping keep our community protected!

Online burn permit application

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from the Fort Gratiot Fire Department!

The Fort Gratiot Fire Department extends its warmest wishes to our residents and visitors this Christmas season. We are grateful for the continued support of our community and remain committed to protecting lives and property throughout the holidays and beyond.

As you celebrate with family and friends, we encourage everyone to do so safely and responsibly. From all of us at the Fort Gratiot Fire Department, we wish you a safe, peaceful, and Merry Christmas!

12/02/2025

This morning at 0700, the Fort Gratiot Fire Department officially placed our new Engine 2 into service. Our team is proud to add this upgraded apparatus to better serve and protect our community. Thank you for your continued support!

11/27/2025

Thanksgiving Safety Tips from the Fort Gratiot Fire Department

Thanksgiving is one of the busiest days of the year for cooking fires. Keep your holiday safe with these quick reminders:

👩‍🍳 Stay in the kitchen when cooking. Unattended food is the leading cause of cooking fires.
🐾 Keep kids and pets at least three feet away from hot stoves and cooking areas.
🔥 Keep flammable items like towels, paper, and packaging away from burners.

🦃 Turkey Fryer Safety
• Only use fryers outdoors on a flat, stable surface.
• Make sure the turkey is completely thawed and dry before frying.
• Never use water on a grease fire. Keep an extinguisher nearby.

🚨 Be Prepared
• Test your smoke alarms before cooking.
• Keep a lid or baking sheet nearby to smother small grease fires.
• Double-check that all burners, ovens, candles, and heaters are turned off before leaving or going to bed.

🍁 Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

11/03/2025

*Attention*

Tonight (11/03/2025) around 7pm, you will see multiple fire trucks and our Tower 1 doing training at the Birchwood Mall. This is only training and there is no emergency.

Thank you!
Fort Gratiot Fire Department

11/03/2025

Fort Gratiot Fire Department – Now Hiring!

The Fort Gratiot Fire Department is currently accepting applications for six (6) full-time Firefighter/EMT-B positions, with an anticipated start date of March of 2026.

Closing Date & Applications Due: January 5. 2026, by 12 p.m.

Please submit the application in person to the Fire Department Administrative Assistant by 12 p.m. on January 5th, 2026, or by email, with all scanned certificates, resume, and relevant/required information to [email protected]

Fort Gratiot is a Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

11/02/2025

Change Your Clocks, Check Your Batteries!

As we turn our clocks back this weekend, the Fort Gratiot Fire Department reminds everyone to check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Working alarms save lives and give you the critical time needed to escape in an emergency.

If any Fort Gratiot residents are in need of smoke detectors, please contact the Fort Gratiot Fire Department at 810-385-5666. We’re here to help keep our community safe!

10/23/2025

Exciting News!

Our brand new Fouts Fire FB-94 Pumper was delivered today by Axes & Irons! This impressive piece of equipment will soon be placed in service as Engine 2 after we finish mounting all the equipment and completing training on the new apparatus.

We’re thrilled to add this engine to our fleet, enhancing our ability to serve and protect our community safely and efficiently. Stay tuned for updates once Engine 2 officially goes into service.