2023 calls: 226
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Fire Danger
🔥 Hamlin Township Fire Danger
The Hamlin Township Fire Department determines local fire danger levels based on U.S. Forest Service ratings for Charlotte, Lansing, and Jackson, along with current weather and area conditions.
The Hamlin Township Fire Department determines local fire danger levels based on U.S. Forest Service ratings for Charlotte, Lansing, and Jackson, along with current weather and area conditions.
⚠️ How Fire Danger Is Determined
Fire danger ratings are calculated using data on fuel moisture, weather, and terrain to assess the risk of fires starting, spreading, and requiring suppression. This system helps guide public safety and fire prevention efforts.
🔥 Fire Danger Levels Explained
Fire danger is categorized into five color-coded levels to inform the public and reduce wildfire risk:
- 🟢 Low – Fires are unlikely except in extreme conditions; easy to control.
- 🔵Moderate – Fires can start from common causes; spread slowly in most areas.
- 🟡 High – Fires ignite easily and can spread quickly, especially in dry grass or wind.
- 🟠 Very High – Fires start and spread rapidly; difficult to control; potential for extreme behavior.
- 🔴 Extreme – Fires ignite and spread explosively; highly dangerous and hard to contain.
🚫 Activities Restricted During Burn Bans
During a burn ban, the following activities are typically prohibited:
- Open burning of any kind (e.g., campfires, bonfires, burn piles, burn barrels, recreational fire pits & fire rings)
- Use of fireworks and firecrackers
- Outdoor grilling with charcoal or wood
- Disposal of burning debris or trash
- Mowing dry grass or using equipment that may produce sparks
- Target and recreational shooting
- Smoking except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials
- Operating a chainsaw without a pressurized water system or at least a 7lb ABC or 2½-gallon pressurized or equivalent fire extinguisher, and a large size pointed shovel readily available for quick use
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The Hamlin Township Fire Department (H.T.F.D.) consists of 20 paid-on-call firefighters covering about 42 square miles and about 3,650 residents, comprising all of Hamlin Township and a portion of Brookfield Township.
We respond to fire and medical emergencies, as well as motor vehicle crashes, mutual aid requests, power line hazards, odor investigations, hazardous materials, and much more. Our personnel are trained and certified as firefighters and medical first responders. Many members also have advanced certifications or degrees. |
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What is a volunteer (part-paid) firefighter?
A Volunteer Firefighter is a member of the community who offers to give their time to their local fire department. They are expected to respond to emergency calls and receive the proper training, just like a career firefighter. The difference is they usually do it in their time off from their full-time jobs. They may work shifts at the station and/or respond to calls from their home or job site. Hamlin Township Firefighters are paid per call they make.
Does the HTFD offer safety programs for kids?
Absolutely! While we had to take a break during COVID, HTFD does offer to visit area schools / daycares or have them visit us. Please visit our Fire Prevention page for more information and to submit a request.
why do i sometimes see htfd in eaton rapids city?
There are several reason we could be in the city. We have mutual aid agreements with several area departments including ERFD & ERTFD to respond to calls to assist. Hamlin Township also extends to 5 Point Hwy and Plains Hwy outside of the City, responding through the City may be the fastest route. Additionally, since we work together often we train with ERFD & ERTFD often as well.
For more F.A.Q., call stats and more visit our Community Info & F.A.Q. page!
Service areaOur fire department primarily services the Township of Hamlin and a section of Brookfiled Township. We also serve as part of the primary response for all fires in the City of Eaton Rapids and Eaton Rapids Township along with our partners ERFD & ERTFD.
Hamlin Township is located in the south eastern corner of Eaton County, just south of the City of Eaton Rapids. Hamlin Township Fire Department 6463 S. Clinton Trail Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 (517) 663-9111 |
