Athens OH
Station 2: 2320 Old US Rt 33 Shade OH The Richland Area Fire Department was established in 1954. Located in Athens County, Ohio the department covers 94 square including all of Lodi Township, the eastern half of Alexander Township, the southern section of Canaan Township, and a large section of Athens Township. Richland Fire also responds as automatic mutual aid for multiple departments in Athens County and will assist any department who request us as mutual aid. In 2021 the department responded to 253 calls for service resulting in 996.5 hours on scene. Calls consisted of structure fires, vehicle fires, vehicle accidents, lost persons, downed trees, and utility lines down. In addition our volunteers spend countless hours training, conducting vehicle and equipment maintenance and providing coverage or participating in community events. If you are interested in joining the Richland Area Fire Department please send us a message, email, or call the station at 740-593-6077.
