DIVISION OF FIRE

Firefighters Participate in Charity Event

Marysville Firefighters and their families participated in the Annual Cystic Fibrosis Battle of the Badges stair climb, at the Rhodes Tower in Columbus, on February 27th.  This is the fourth year we have participated in this event.  Marysville was represented by 18 firefighters and their families.

The event includes firefighters climbing 40-stories in all of their protective clothing, breathing through their self-contained breathing apparatus.  The entire ensemble weighs approximately 50 pounds.  This competition raises money and awareness for the work of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and is on the several non-profit fundraising events Marysville firefighters support.

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Marysville Moose Lodge Makes Presentation

On December 10, 2009 the Marysville Moose Lodge presented the Marysville Fire Department, Marysville Police Department, and the Union County Sheriff with several boxes of "Tommy Moose" stuffed animals.

Since 2002, more than 75,000 Tommy Moose plush dolls have been presented, free of charge, by Lodges and Chapters of the Loyal Order of Moose and Women of the Moose to police departments, fire departments, and paramedic/ambulance units all over North America.

The concept is simple:  With several "Tommy" dolls always on hand in an emergency vehicle, public-safety personnel have a soft, comforting companion handy to give to a child who is suddenly facing an otherwise overwhelming trauma--be it an automobile accident, a house fire, a weather disaster, or other calamity.

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B104.3 Hometown Heroes

B104.3 did a 4-hour live radio broadcast from the Marysville Fire Department on December 10, 2009 as part of the "Hometown Hero Tour".  Pictured above are Marysville's Hometown Heroes:  Dan Fitzgerald and Dave Laslow, representing the Union County "Care Train".  For almost two decades, Dave Laslow, long-time Marysville resident and founder, has been working with kindhearted volunteers to provide children and their families with food and gifts during the holiday season.  Built on a strong commitment of serving and giving, the organization raises funds and collects contributions to distribute to those in need throughout the community.

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DIVISION INFORMATION

The Marysville Fire Department (Marysville Division of Fire) was organized in 1845.  In 1952, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) was established and in 1973 Marysville became one of the first communities outside the metropolitan Columbus area to institute paramedic services.  The Division of Fire has evolved significantly since this time, into a largely full-time division providing fire, Advanced Life Support (ALS) EMS, and technical rescue services to the City of Marysville and several surrounding contracted townships.

The Marysville Division of Fire proudly protects 30,000 people living in an area of 86 square miles.  We operate out of one station that protects a diverse area including residential, business, industrial and agricultural uses.  Our department is a public department whose members are on a paid status.  We have an ISO rating of 4.  The Marysville Division of Fire is composed of 28 full-time and, 15 part-time firefighters and one full-time administrative assistant.

Of the 28 full-time firefighters, two are chief officers and one Lieutenant and one firefighter are permanently assigned to the inspection bureau.  The Division also employs one civilian as a full-time administrative assistant.  There is a heavy emphasis on organizational excellence through both mandatory and voluntary training and education.  There is also a significant emphasis on mission readiness and personal/professional development.  Apparatus in the Division is composed of one aerial tower, two engine companies, one grass fighter, three ALS ambulances, and two rescue boats.