The Basil Joint Fire District covers the citizens of Baltimore and Liberty Township, Ohio.The Fire District offers 24/7 Fire and E.M.S. from 2 stations.

Joined November 2013
A great day to be out in our community at the Forest Green halloween block party.
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Today the BJFD visited with the Real Christian Academy Preschool for a tour of our apparatus, a little fire safety education and a visit with Ruger. Thanks for having us
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Yesterday the BJFD got to visit the Christ United Methodist Preschool Touch-A-Truck day. We enjoyed our time with all the kids!
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We are often asked by our community "what we need" for Firefighter Santa. Here are some ideas for the Firefighter Santa program. We also accept monetary donations and we utilize Amazon for making purchases. If you would like to write a check make this out to Firefighter Santa.
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If you need help for Christmas this year please follow this link forms.gle/QFyveMPcUp6MF4Ub7 . Applications are due no later then November 30, 2026 @ 0800 (no late applications will be accepted this year). You can also visit basilfire.com. ALL applications must be done
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on this form. NO PAPER APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE OR ACCEPTED! If you need to use a computer or need help please call 740-862-8596 to schedule a time to stop by the station to complete and application online.
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Yesterday evening the BJFD and BPD joined the LU Marching Lions to escort the homecoming court to the game in a parade. Thanks to LU for asking us to be part of your homecoming activities.
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Great fun today with the @LULions MS.
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This week at St 610, our crews conducted intensive training focused on rescuing hunters from tree stands. We practiced specialized rope rescue techniques to safely lower and provide care for individuals who become injured or incapacitated while in their elevated vantage points.
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Come see us tomorrow
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The BJFD was please to provide education to the Christ United Methodist Church Preschool teachers on hands-only CPR this morning. This fun and interactive group was great to be with and educate them on these life saving skills.
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158 @ Bickel Church Rd is closed . Avoid the area.
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256 closed at Bader Rd. Avoid the area.
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The Village of Baltimore has announced that Trick-Or-Treat will be on Oct 29th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Make sure to stop by Main St and Market St or Basil St and Market St to see your fire department. We will be giving out our traditional glow necklaces for safety
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August 2026 Run Stats Total Calls For Service - 143 EMS Calls - 105 Fire/Rescue Calls - 38
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This week the BJFD and WTFD got an look at EVs, learning what responders need to know when EV's and lithium-ion batteries catch fire.These incidents come with different challenges. Knowing what you鈥檙e dealing with before the call comes in can make all the difference @fairfieldema
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Yesterday the BJFD along with representative from Christa Grover/Lew Griffin Insurance delivered aid items to the victims of the disaster in Perry County. Thanks to Mayor Rick Ellas, Hugh White Chevrolet, Baltimore ACE Hardware, Christa and Alayna Grover and to our community
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On Saturday, August 22 at approximately 12:05 the Get Behind The Badge Terry McDowell Fallen Hero's Memorial Ride will come thru Baltimore. They will come thru from the west on St Rt 256 to St Rt 158 and north on 158. There is expected to be several hundred motorcycles in this
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group. The BJFD and BPD will be assisting in helping them get safely through town by blocking the major intersections temporarily to allow the procession to stay together in their ride with a cause. ALL members of our community are encouraged to come out and watch, wave and pay
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tribute as the procession comes through town.
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