As Ohioans prepare to move their clocks ahead by one hour on Sunday, March 10, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal reminds residents that now is also the time to make sure smoke alarms are in proper working order.

The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal announces the integration of cutting-edge technology into the Ohio Fire Incident Reporting Management System (OFIRMS). 

The Division of State Fire Marshal this week announced the appointment of Joshua Lewis to serve as Volunteer Fire Service Coordinator, a newly created position to support Ohio’s volunteer fire service. 

As Ohio firefighters and EMS prepare to recognize Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Week Jan. 15-21, the Division of State Fire Marshal's Fire Prevention Bureau stresses the importance of both first responders and citizens taking steps to prevent fire-related tragedies.

The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM) marked a decade of unwavering commitment to support the Burn Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital with their toy and check presentation on Monday, Dec. 18.

A structure fire in Tremont City (Clark County) has been ruled arson by the Division of State Fire Marshal’s Fire and Explosion Investigation Bureau. Investigators are seeking tips from the public to help identify those responsible.

The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal’s Ohio Fire Academy announced the graduation of its summer class of 2023, consisting of 29 firefighter and 18 EMT cadets. The graduates successfully completed the rigorous training program, showcasing dedication and determination to join the ranks of Ohio's firefighters and EMTs.

Ohio State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon provided testimony May 11 to the United States House of Representatives Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Research and Technology Subcommittee regarding the reauthorization of the U.S. Fire Administration and Fire Grant Programs.

The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of State Fire Marshal opened applications for the 2023 Small Government Fire Department Services Revolving Loan Program. The program was established by the General Assembly to help local governments fund major expenses related to fire department services.