Mission Statement

As first responders to fires, medical emergencies, disasters and terrorist acts, Hamilton County Fire Departments protects the lives and property of residents and visitors through the joint efforts of Fire Departments of Hamilton County. The Departments advance public safety through its fire prevention, investigation, education programs and joint responses. The timely delivery of these services enables the departments of Hamilton County to make significant contributions to the safety of the citizens, visitors and businesses throughout Hamilton County Ohio.

Core Values

Service

The Fire Departments of Hamilton County continues its unwavering call to protect and serve.

Bravery

Bravery is the ability to overcome fear through fortitude, instinct, compassion for others and training.

Safety

We strive to keep our citizens free from danger, especially deliberate, harmful acts. With the best equipment and training, we can reduce the risk to the public and its members at fires, emergencies and medical incidents.

Honor

The enormous commitment necessary to perform the tasks requires excellence of character. We inspire each other through pride in our unit, which is a belief that every action reflects on all the members of the unit, both past and present.

Dedication

A commitment to the objectives of our mission is an essential part of our code of conduct. The faithful observance of duty calls for us to fulfill our obligations professionally and honestly.

  •                                 PREPAREDNESS

By combining all of the components of our core values, the Hamilton County Fire Chiefs and Member of each Hamilton County Fire Department will maintain its constant state of readiness to meet all threats and challenges, traditional and new.

Mass Casualty Drill at Hamilton County Fair Grounds