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The Reading Fire Department was awarded $40,000 through the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Safety Intervention Grant Program, which was used to purchase new Genesis EFORCE SLI battery-powered rescue tools. The

The Reading Fire Department was awarded more than $267,000 through the FY 2024 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program which is funded by Department of Homeland Security. The grant funded

Reading Fire Department has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid and research-based care to people experiencing the most severe

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

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

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

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

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

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

Being prepared for an emergency or disaster is the first step to staying safe. It’s critical that you know what to do in an emergency, where to seek shelter, and

Severe weather can strike with little warning, but many of the most damaging impacts are preventable. By taking action now, you can reduce risks to your home, protect your family,

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

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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

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

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

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

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