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REEDSVILLE, Ohio – According to Meigs EMS State Route 124 in the Village of Reedsville is closed due to a propane gas leak, which has led to the evacuation of residences in Reedsville Tuesday night. Due to the potential danger associated with a gas leak, first responders were going door to door to alert residents […]
ODNR Urges Caution During Ohio’sSpring Wildfire Season COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is urging Ohioans to learn about the state’s outdoor burning regulations and to take precautions if they are planning to burn debris this spring. Ohio law states that most outdoor debris burning is prohibited in unincorporated areas from 6 […]
On Sunday January 8, 2023 the Pomeroy fire department recognized Firefighter Steve Hartenbach for his 50th anniversary of serving on the department. Hartenbach joined the department on January 28, 1973 under Chief Charles Legar. Hartenbach was given a surprise luncheon after the regular business meeting. Attending as special guest were Steve’s wife Pam, daughter Kaitlynn, […]
Meigs County fire departments receive MARCS grant COLUMBUS, Ohio – Fire departments in Meigs County have been awarded grant funding to help with communication needs. The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal announced the recipients of the 2023 MARCS (Multi-Agency Radio Communications Systems) grant, which totals $3.5 million awarded to 325 fire […]
PREPARE AND PROTECT: RISK FOR HOME FIRES AND CARBON MONOXIDE INCIDENTS INCREASE THIS TIME OF YEAR* As you unbox your favorite decorations, or install that ambitious holiday lighting design, there are a few things you can do to minimize the season’s additional safety risks. Unexpected concerns, like an increased chance of a home fire from […]
Southern Remains Optimistic in the Midst of Educating during Pandemic RACINE, Ohio – Despite some obvious hurdles in these trying times, the Southern Local School District has many positive things going on in the district during the 2020-2021 school year. Southern Principal Daniel Otto said, “Kids were anxious to get back to school. In a not so normal […]
Fire Prevention Week: Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen! ™ MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio – Once again it is Fire Prevention Week and the National Fire Protection Association®(NFPA®) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years —to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!” The campaign works to educate […]
Safety and Fireworks: What You Need to Know WASHINGTON, D.C. – This year’s July 4th holiday may look different from most, with many people celebrating from home due to social distancing restrictions still in place to help stop the spread of COVID-19. All too often, however, Independence Day backyard celebrations can end up with a […]
November leading month for cooking fires in Ohio COLUMBUS, Ohio – Busy and inattentive home chefs during the Thanksgiving holiday are a big reason November is one of the leading months for cooking-related fires in Ohio. State officials are urging patience and focus to decrease the chances of injury and property damage. “The holidays are a […]