Homer Fire District

05/28/2026

Our crews enjoyed water day with TLS-Johnstown this morning…. Thanks for the invite…. We hope you all have a great summer!

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

Congratulations Luke!

This morning, we proudly celebrated an exciting time for our department with the swearing in of two full-time members and the promotion of two dedicated members.

While officially joining the department in new full-time Firefighter/Paramedic roles, both of our newest members, Luke Hawbaker and Nate Wolfe, are already familiar faces, having previously served through our part-time program. We’re excited to see them continue growing within our department and community.

We also recognized two members for their well-earned promotions, reflecting their hard work, leadership, and commitment to serving others. Tommy Calland was to EMS Coordinator/Training Lieutenant and Nate Hines was promoted to Assistant Chief.

Please join us in congratulating all four members and their families on these exciting milestones. We’re proud to have such dedicated individuals representing our department and community. 🚒👏

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

Seeing some flooded roadways out there. Please use extreme caution and turn around!

05/24/2026

Utica Ice Cream Festival Update

Due to the continued rain, the Utica Ice Cream Festival has been cancelled for today, Sunday, May 24.

Some arts & crafts vendors are planning to stay out here and parking will be free. The Ye Olde Mill will still be open for ice cream.

We are fully planning to be open tomorrow, Monday, May 25, for festival activities and look forward to welcoming everyone back for more fun, food, entertainment, and ice cream!

Thank you for your understanding. Any additional updates will be posted here on our page.

05/24/2026

Looking for a dry Memorial Day Weekend? Areas in Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois are expected to get less than 0.1" of rain over the next three days! Areas in the Deep South won't be as lucky with areas seeing over 3" locally!

05/23/2026

STRONG STORM POTENTIAL THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING

Much of central to east central Ohio remains in a MARGINAL RISK for severe weather. Showers will move through the area. While widespread severe weather is not expected, gusty winds and isolated tornadoes are possible.

We are looking at a 1-8 PM timeframe.