Fire Departments

Learn about the Stanton Township Fire Department, including services, emergency response, and community safety efforts. Meet the dedicated team committed to protecting our residents and keeping our township safe.

Stanton Township Fire Department

16841 Fire Hall Rd, 49931

The Stanton Township Volunteer Fire Department provides critical fire protection and emergency response services to residents throughout Stanton Township, Michigan. Made up of trained and dedicated volunteers, the department responds to structure fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergencies while also supporting community events and promoting fire safety awareness. Their local knowledge, commitment, and willingness to serve play an important role in keeping the township’s residents and properties safe.

Toivola Volunteer Fire Department

41095 Church Rd, Toivola, MI 49965

Toivola Volunteer Fire Department was organized in the spring of 1978 with 22 men on the roster. There are currently 18 members with two trained as first responders and are members of Adams Township First responders, which cover first responder medical needs in the area. The original fire protection area was the Toivola area which consisted of Stanton Township precinct II, the Misery Bay area of Bohemia Township in Ontonagon County and the Toivola area of Adams Township. Initial response in the Adams Township area is now covered by Adams Township Fire and First Responders. The protection area includes 55 square miles of Stanton Township and 26 square miles in Bohemia township. They have mutual aid agreements in place with surrounding fire departments.

For many years operating costs were covered by fundraising and donations, with some funding from the townships. The fundraising included pancake and French toast breakfasts and a summer fun day at Agate Beach with games and raffles. In recent years, operating costs are covered by the Township fire protection millage and miscellaneous grants.

Community activities include the bonfire at Agate Beach celebrating the beginning of summer in June, and spring roadside garbage cleanup. This includes 28 miles of roads in the Toivola area that gets the garbage picked up from irresponsible polluters.