New Concord Fire Department

10/13/2026

The New Concord Fire Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to our neighboring fire departments and mutual aid partners for their assistance during two structure fires over the past several days.

Friday, October 9th – Residential Structure Fire

Crews responded to a residential structure fire involving a fire in a bathroom. Firefighters were able to quickly contain the fire to the bathroom, preventing it from spreading to other areas of the home. Unfortunately, the residence sustained smoke and some water damage throughout.

We would like to thank the following departments for their assistance:

Cassell Station Fire Department
Cumberland Fire Department

Today – Residential Structure Fire

Earlier today, crews responded to a reported basement fire at a residence. Firefighters were able to contain the fire to the basement, preventing further fire extension into the home. The residence sustained moderate damage.

We would like to thank the following agencies for their assistance:

Perry Township Fire Department
Washington Township Fire Department
Community Ambulance

Mutual Aid Makes a Difference!

Incidents like these demonstrate the importance of the strong working relationships we share with our neighboring departments. Having additional personnel, apparatus, and resources available during structure fires is critical to providing effective emergency services and protecting the communities we serve.

We are grateful for the dedication, professionalism, and willingness of our mutual aid partners to answer the call whenever assistance is needed.

From all of us at the New Concord Fire Department, thank you for your continued support, teamwork, and commitment to serving our communities.

10/13/2026

Reminder:
The Muskingum County health department will have their mobile flu clinic in front of village Hall today from 10 to noon for anyone who needs a flu shot

09/23/2026

Friendship Drive north of New Concord will be closed at the 3100 block for Atleast two hours due to an accident. Please avoid the area

09/17/2026

Tonight, members of the New Concord Fire Department participated in Natural Gas Emergency Responder Training presented by Columbia Gas of Ohio.

We would like to thank Rose from Columbia Gas of Ohio for taking the time to provide this training. The class covered natural gas properties and hazards, gas leak response, ignition sources, emergency operations, and important safety considerations for first responders.

It was a highly educational and informative training that provided our members with valuable knowledge and helped better prepare us to safely and effectively respond to natural gas-related emergencies in our community.

We would also like to thank the Adamsville Community Fire Department for joining us for tonight’s training. Opportunities like this allow neighboring departments to train together, share knowledge, and strengthen the working relationships we rely on during emergencies.

09/11/2026

Come out and join us at McConagha Stadium for the memorial stair climb!

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago today, our nation experienced a tragedy that forever changed America and the fire service.

For many of us, September 11, 2001, is a day we can remember almost minute by minute. But an entire generation has now grown up knowing 9/11 only through photographs, videos, classrooms, and the stories of those who lived through it. Today, we remember—and we teach.

At 8:46 a.m., American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center.

At 9:03 a.m., United Airlines Flight 175 struck the South Tower.

At 9:37 a.m., American Airlines Flight 77 struck the Pentagon.

At 9:59 a.m., the South Tower collapsed.

At 10:03 a.m., United Airlines Flight 93 crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after passengers and crew fought back against the hijackers.

At 10:28 a.m., the North Tower collapsed.

By the end of that morning, 2,977 innocent people had been killed in New York City, at the Pentagon, and aboard the four aircraft.

Among those lost were 343 members of the FDNY who answered the call that morning. While thousands were desperately trying to escape the World Trade Center, firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel and other first responders were moving in the opposite direction—toward the danger and toward people who needed them.

For those of us in the fire service, 343 is more than a number.

They were firefighters, officers, chiefs and paramedics. They were husbands and wives, fathers and mothers, sons and daughters, brothers and sisters, friends and coworkers. They reported for duty that morning expecting another ordinary shift. When the unimaginable happened, they did what firefighters have always done: they went to work.

And the sacrifice did not end on September 11. In the years since, hundreds more FDNY members have died from illnesses associated with their work at the World Trade Center site.

Today, the members of the New Concord Fire Department remember the 2,977 lives taken that day, the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice, the passengers and crew of Flight 93 who fought back, the survivors, and the families who have carried their loss for the past 25 years.

We also remember the unity that followed—the neighbors helping neighbors, strangers helping strangers, and a nation coming together.

For those who remember September 11, tell the story.

For those who were not yet born, learn the story.

And for all of us, never forget.

9.11.2001 — 9.11.2026
25 Years. We Remember.
343 — Never Forgotten.

09/11/2026

08/11/2026

Our crews are currently assisting neighboring agencies in Perry County with flooding and high-water incidents resulting from the overnight rainfall.

Inclement weather is expected to continue throughout the day, with additional rainfall and the potential for high winds later this evening.

We encourage everyone to remain weather-aware and take a few minutes now to make sure you are prepared:

• Monitor local weather conditions and alerts.
• Secure loose outdoor items before winds increase.
• Use caution when traveling, especially in areas prone to flooding.
• Never drive through flooded roadways — Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
• Be prepared for the possibility of downed trees, power lines, and power outages.

Please stay alert, use good judgment, and stay safe throughout the day.

We will continue to monitor conditions locally while providing assistance to our neighboring communities as needed.

07/31/2026

We had a great time helping the kids and parenst enjoy the beautiful weather!

07/28/2026

This Friday from 1pm-2pm Stormont park

NCAARD’s Splash Attack is joining forces with the Muskingum County Library System New Concord Branch Library’s End-of-Summer-Reading-Program Splash Fest! 💦

🚒 The New Concord Fire Department will bring the fun for a full hour July 31 from 1-2 PM in NCE Park!

So grab your sq**rt guns 🔫 and water balloons 🎈 and let’s get soaked this Friday! 🤗