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RFD Work Anniversaries – May 2026

Congratulations to the following members as they celebrate work anniversaries this month!   FF/P Dave Kimble, 11 Years (5/4/2015) FF/P Kelly Stickney, 8 Years (5/13/2018) LT Dan Wattenhofer, 16 Years

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Fire Hydrant Service

The Reading Fire Department wants to inform you that our crews will be out servicing and flowing fire hydrants throughout the next month. If you happen to notice that your

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RFD Work Anniversaries

Congratulations to the following members as they celebrated work anniversaries last month!   FF/P Jack Berkowitz, 5 Years (1/3/2021) FF/P Jacob Courtney, 6 Years (1/5/2020) Fire Chief Todd Owens, 36

Red and gold fire department emblem with a blue star of life in the center, labeled "Reading Fire-EMS." Features a hydrant and a ladder on either side.

December 2025 Anniversaries

Congratulations to the following members as they celebrate work anniversaries in the month of December!   FF/E Bridgette Nagel, 2 Years (12/3/2023) FF/E Nolan Burwinkel, 1 Year (12/15/2024) FF/P JD

Red and gold fire department emblem with a blue star of life in the center, labeled "Reading Fire-EMS." Features a hydrant and a ladder on either side.

October 2025 Anniversaries

Congratulations to the following members as they celebrate work anniversaries in the month of October!   FF/E Paul Ulrich, 2 Years (10/8/2023) Captain Eric Fischesser, 25 Years (10/16/2000) FF/E Ben

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CPR & AED Training

When: Saturday November 8th, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Where: City of Reading Council Chambers Cost: $20 per person. Cash, Check or Venmo will be accepted the day

A household emergency kit with a backpack, bottled water, canned food, flashlight, batteries, first aid supplies, and other essentials is displayed on a table. Text offers tips for preparing a home emergency kit. #OhioPreparednessMonth.

Emergency Kit for the Home

Planning Ahead Planning ahead is a critical aspect of preparedness. It can save you time when seconds matter, and help you remember what to do in an emergency, which important

Wooden blocks spell “Be Prepared” above text about Ohio Preparedness Month, urging Ohioans to get ready for disasters and emergencies in September. Hashtag #OhioPreparednessMonth and EMA logo are also included.

September is Preparedness Month

September is officially designated as Ohio Preparedness Month by the state of Ohio, with coordination provided by the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA). The primary objective of this initiative

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September 2025 Anniversaries

Congratulations to the following members as they celebrate work anniversaries in the month of September!   FF/P Brayden Young, 7 Years (9/2/2018) Captain Todd Burwinkel, 29 Years (9/3/1996) FF/P Cameron

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National Night Out

Join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th from 6–9 PM at Koenig Park (520 W Columbia Ave in Reading)! We’ll have Ladder 84 on display, plus a

Red and gold fire department emblem with a blue star of life in the center, labeled "Reading Fire-EMS." Features a hydrant and a ladder on either side.

August 2025 Anniversaries

Congratulations to the following members as they celebrate work anniversaries in the month of August!   Captain Tyler Strole, 19 Years (8/1/2006) FF/P Andy McGinnis, 4 Years (8/1/2021) FF/E Peyton

July 2025 Anniversaries

Congratulations to the following members as they celebrate work anniversaries in the month of July! Lt. Andy Dishon, 12 Years (7/14/2013) Lt. Bruce Thompson, 18 Years (7/22/2007) Asst. Chief Ryan

Infographic compares heat exhaustion and heat stroke symptoms: exhaustion includes dizziness, headache, sweating, nausea, weak pulse, and cramps; stroke includes confusion, dry skin, rapid pulse, vomiting, and body temperature over 103°F.

Heat Safety

What should you watch out for with the heat? #BeatTheHeat #HeatSafety

Infographic with tips to stay safe in extreme heat: wear light clothes, stay hydrated, seek A/C, use sunscreen, never leave kids/pets in vehicles, find shade outside, and check on high-risk people.

Extreme Heat Watch

EXTREME HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY Heat index values up to 103 expected are expected for our area through Tuesday evening. Consecutive days