Chikaming Twp. Fire & Rescue

09/22/2026

A great big THANK YOU to Whistle Stop Grocery for providing lunch for our Chikaming Township family! It was delicious and we really appreciate it! 💗

09/18/2026

We’re building a talent pool for current and future opportunities and are looking for motivated, hardworking professionals to join our growing team.

If you’re passionate about what you do, eager to contribute, and interested in growing with a dynamic department, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application today to be considered for current and upcoming opportunities!

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09/14/2026

Chikaming Township will be hosting two drive-thru flu clinics this year.

The first clinic is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29th from 9:00am - 12:30pm.

The second clinic will be Tuesday, October 14 from 2:00pm - 5:00pm.

09/08/2026

At approximately 1:34 a.m. on September 7, Chikaming Township Fire Department was dispatched to westbound I-94 for a reported semi-truck and trailer fire. While crews were responding, additional information indicated the trailer was actively burning, prompting requests for mutual aid from Lake Township Fire & Rescue and New Buffalo Township Fire Department.

Upon arrival, crews found a semi-truck and trailer on fire and quickly went to work to contain and extinguish the fire. Law enforcement closed westbound I-94 to traffic, providing firefighters with a safe working area to mitigate the incident while protecting the traveling public.

Through the coordinated efforts of responding firefighters, the fire was brought under control at approximately 2:12 a.m. One westbound lane was reopened as emergency operations allowed, with crews and other agencies remaining on scene for an extended period while the vehicle and its cargo were removed. All lanes were reopened later that morning.

No injuries were reported during the incident.

We appreciate the coordinated response and assistance from Lake Township Fire & Rescue, New Buffalo Township Fire Department, Chikaming Township Police Department, Berrien County Sherrif's Department, Baroda-Lake Township Police Department, Bridgman Police Department, Pokagon Tribal Police Department, Berrien County Dispatch, Michigan Department of Transportation, and Roger's Wrecker Service & Auto Repair.

Thank you to all of the firefighters, law enforcement officers, dispatchers, highway personnel, and towing/recovery crews who worked throughout the early morning hours to safely bring this incident to a conclusion.

09/04/2026

08/12/2026

The Chikaming Township Fire Department is pleased to welcome Allie Canfield and Andrew Teague as our newest Firefighter/EMTs.

Allie and Andrew began their service with the Chikaming Township Fire Department as part-time employees, where they demonstrated their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving our community. We are proud to now welcome them as full-time Firefighter/EMTs and look forward to their continued growth and contributions to our department.

Their commitment to emergency response and providing compassionate, professional service is a valuable addition to our team. We are grateful for their willingness to serve the residents and visitors of Chikaming Township and answer the call when help is needed.

Welcome to the team, Allie and Andrew! We are proud to have you serving alongside us. 🚒🚑

07/27/2026

🎒 Chikaming Township Police Department Community Backpack & School Supply Drive 📚

As another school year approaches, we have an opportunity to come together as a community and help local students start the year with confidence. A donation box has been placed in the lobby of the Chikaming Township Police Department during normal business hours.

Every backpack filled is one less worry for a family and one more student ready to succeed. Thank you for always supporting our community and helping make a difference for our local children.