Monroe Township - Lucas Fire Department

04/17/2026

Fire Department personnel were out tonight training in pump operations and drafting. Drafting is an way of establishing a water supply for fire operations from a pond, lake, etc when there is no hydrants close by

03/30/2026

Update Monday March 30th @2:40pm
State Route 39 is now open. Please use caution when driving in the area as crews are still working

Monday March 30th @ 6:50 am
State Route 39 is currently closed between Mt. Zion Rd and State Route 603 due to an incident involving a semi trailer that brought down some power lines.

Please avoid the area and use an alternate route until further notice. Emergency crews are on scene working to handle the situation safely.

03/15/2026

We would like to say thank you to the Richland County 911 Dispatchers for their work on Friday during the high winds and the large number of calls that came in. None of your hard work goes unnoticed.
Thank you to the line crews and linemen who have been working continuously to restore power throughout the area. Your long hours and dedication to getting power restored to the area are greatly appreciated.
Thank you as well to the road department crews who worked to clear roadways. Your efforts helped make travel safer for both emergency responders and the community.
With the possibility of more high winds this evening, please continue to stay aware of changing conditions and use caution if traveling. Also, reminder to charge your flashlights and portable devices

03/14/2026

Many in our community are currently without power due to the recent high winds from yesterday. To help those in need, the fire department will be opening its doors today at 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM for anyone who needs a place to warm up and charge devices.

Most downed power lines and blocked roadways have been cleared, but please continue to use caution while traveling.

03/13/2026

Due to high winds, crews are currently responding to multiple calls for downed trees and power lines throughout the area.

Please do NOT approach or drive near downed power lines.
Even if a line appears inactive, it should always be treated as live and extremely dangerous.
If you encounter:
• Downed power lines
• Trees blocking roadways
• Storm debris
Please avoid the area and use caution while traveling.

911 is currently extremely busy. Please only call 911 for true emergencies.
If you do not need to be out, please stay home until conditions improve so emergency crews can respond to priority calls.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation while crews work to keep the community safe.

03/01/2026

02/04/2026

Please use extreme caution as firefighters are actively working a fire scene in the 3100 block of Moffett Rd.

Slow down, watch for emergency personnel and apparatus, and consider an alternate route if possible.

12/25/2025

From our families to yours, Merry Christmas!

We wish everyone a safe and wonderful holiday season

12/14/2025

The snow level alert for Richland County has been upgraded to a Level 2 as of 7:40 pm on 12/13/2025. Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads.