Those we serve

STFD operates 24/7/365 from two firehouses. Staffing from 6-9 cross-trained firefighter/EMT or firefighter/paramedics. We employ full-time and part-time members. Our response area consists of 50.6 square miles, which includes the City of Ontario, Springfield, and Sandusky Townships. In 2023 we answered 2,252 calls for service. As of the 2020 census shows, 11,064 are living in Springfield Township and the City of Ontario. Sandusky Township recorded a population of 1,002. The department covers 12,068 residents and thousands of visitors daily to our many shopping, entertainment, service, and restaurant establishments in the City of Ontario. Ontario, especially the Lexington-Springmill Rd corridor, is well known for its commercial and small industrial setting. Shoppers come from surrounding counties to shop and dine. Each day Ontario sees approximately 30,000 visitors coming into our community to shop, work, eat, or enjoy some of the beautiful parks. Our industrial-zoned area is growing faster than ever as well. Approximately 300,000 sq ft of businesses will be added within the next two years. The district is a major regional retail hub serving North-Central Ohio, with a shopping population of over 150,000. The city's industry has since diversified into a service economy, including education, finance, and healthcare.