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The Lucas County Sheriff's Office employs approximately 500 men and women who carry out a vast array of complex duties. These officers are assigned to the Corrections , Law Enforcement, and Administrative
Services Divisions of the Sheriff's Office. This is the official page of the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office located in Northwest Ohio. This page was created for the sole purpose to provide all of our followers access to information about the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office and our community utilizing a positive platform for all ages.

********This social media platform is not to be utilized for any official inquiries. Such requests should be directed to the appropriate and designated individual(s) employed by the Lucas County Sheriff. Navigate to the following website: https://lucascountysheriff.org

We embrace and support the use of this platform to provide positive (two-way) communications with all members of our community, followers, or visitors. Our organization welcomes any person to express him/herself in a civil, mature, respectful, and professional manner while staying on topic to each individual post. TERMS OF USE -
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Any “reaction” usage, comment, message, follow, or interaction of any kind upon our social media page regardless of platform constitutes the acceptance of our guidelines. This is to provide everyone with a safe, educational, and supportive forum for mature, helpful, and respectful discussions. The Lucas County Sheriff’s Office does not endorse third party commentary of any form. Comments posted by users upon the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office page are not to be considered the opinion of our organization, or that of any page that may post an opinion/commentary that the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office follows. We do not monitor third part sites, but if we are alerted to an issue pertaining to such matters. We will review our “following” and make a determination based on any/all information available at that time. The Lucas County Sheriff’s Office will report and keep a record of any user, posts, or messages that are inappropriate, harassing, off topic, abusive, threatening, or acts of "spamming" that do not conform to the established Facebook guidelines. This includes advertisements or posts considered political in nature. We will enforce such guidelines when any user is creating inflammatory posts or subjecting followers to derogative comments (including messages) with the sole intent to provoke, incite, or illicit a negative response. This additionally includes photos/videos not authorized by the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office. A record of any/all such instances will be retained for further review and action if necessary.

⭐️ REMINDER ⭐️ Koral Hamburg’s food truck will be at the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office today from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
10/23/2026

⭐️ REMINDER ⭐️

Koral Hamburg’s food truck will be at the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office today from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

10/23/2026

UPDATE: Crews will continue to monitor the site overnight Thursday into Friday. The tank has stopped releasing material, and hazmat crews were able to approach the tank for inspection today. As soon as we receive a site safety plan, we will turn the scene over to the US EPA to work on clean up. The US EPA is continuing to monitor around the perimeter of the evacuation zone.

The evacuation zone remains at 1/4 mile radius around 1266 Progress Ave (MC Tank Terminal). Read more about how to return home safely after evacuation: https://toledo.oh.gov/news/2026/10/22/hazmat-evacuation-in-north-toledo

10/22/2026

Both individuals have been identified! Great job and thanks!!! The photos will be removed while the investigation is ongoing.

Community Assistance Needed

The Lucas County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to identify two individuals. If you have any information that may assist in identifying these individuals, please contact Detective Joe Navarre at 419-213-4990. You may remain anonymous. You can also provide information by contacting Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111.

Thank you for your assistance and support in helping our community.

10/21/2026

🚨Hazmat Incident Update:

Toledo Fire & Rescue Department crews remain on scene at the command post for a hazardous materials incident involving a chemical gas release at 1266 Progress Ave. Crews were initially dispatched at approximately 9:25 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20.

Effective at 5 p.m. today, October 21, the evacuation area has been reduced to a ½-mile radius of the facility. Residents within that area must remain evacuated. The evacuation and shelter-in-place orders beyond the ½-mile radius have been lifted.

Shoreland Elementary remains open for residents needing shelter.

TFRD hazardous materials personnel and other responding crews continue to monitor and assess
conditions, coordinate mitigation efforts, and evaluate next steps alongside federal, state, and local partners. With assistance from the Perrysburg Township Fire Department, crews have deployed a drone regularly throughout the day to provide aerial views and support response decisions.

TFRD continues to coordinate with city officials and local media to share accurate, timely information with the community. We appreciate residents’ patience and cooperation as responders work to mitigate the incident and protect public safety. Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.

10/21/2026

Update.

10/21/2026

Update From Toledo Fire & Rescue Department

From our friends at Toledo-Lucas County Health Department! Thank you as always.
10/21/2026

From our friends at Toledo-Lucas County Health Department! Thank you as always.

🚨 PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT: CHEMICAL RELEASE IN N. TOLEDO 🚨

The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department (TLCHD) is sharing important health and safety information regarding the release of Glycidyl Methacrylate (GMA) near 1266 Progress Avenue in Toledo.

GMA is a chemical that may cause coughing, throat irritation, headaches, shortness of breath, and skin or eye irritation.

⚠️ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

🔴 WITHIN 1 MILE: Toledo Fire & Rescue has issued an evacuation order for everyone within a 1-mile radius of 1266 Progress Avenue. Do not enter the evacuation zone until officials announce it is safe.

🏫 Temporary Shelter: Shoreland Elementary School.

🟠 WITHIN 2–3 MILES: Residents and businesses should shelter in place. Stay indoors, close windows and doors, turn off ventilation systems that bring in outside air, and keep pets indoors.

🚗 TRAVELING NEAR THE AREA? Keep vehicle windows closed and use your vehicle's air recirculation setting.

👃 NOTICE A CHEMICAL ODOR? Smelling an odor does not necessarily mean exposure to harmful levels. However, if you notice an unusual odor outside the designated safety zones, stay indoors and limit outside air entering your home or vehicle.

📢 STAY INFORMED

Please continue following instructions from emergency responders and local public health officials.

For official updates, follow:

City of Toledo
Toledo Fire & Rescue
Lucas County Emergency Management Agency (EMA)

The City of Toledo has posted additional information regarding the ongoing emergency, including an interactive map that ...
10/21/2026

The City of Toledo has posted additional information regarding the ongoing emergency, including an interactive map that allows residents to search specific addresses to determine whether they are within the impacted areas. We strongly encourage everyone to remain informed throughout the day by monitoring local news broadcasts and following official updates from Lucas County Emergency Management Agency, Toledo Fire & Rescue Department, and the City of Toledo.

Please continue to follow all emergency instructions and avoid affected areas unless otherwise directed by public safety officials.

At 10:48 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20, Toledo Fire & Rescue ordered an evacuation of everyone within a 1-mile radius of 1266 Progress Ave. because of a…

10/21/2026

🚨 STAY INFORMED. STAY PREPARED. STAY SAFE!

A friendly reminder that you can sign up for Lucas County Alerts to receive important emergency notifications, severe weather warnings, and other critical safety information directly to your phone or email.

✅ Sign up here: https://www.lucascountyalerts.com

We also strongly encourage everyone to continue following the Lucas County Emergency Management Agency page for additional information and updates as situations develop.

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Toledo, OH
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