At approximately 1:29 a.m. on 8/9/26, the West Chicago Fire Protection District responded to the 2000 block of Cherokee Drive for a reported residential structure fire. Before the fire companies arrived, all occupants were reported to be safely outside. First-arriving crews found a fire in a bedroom and quickly advanced a hose line into the residence. A nearby fire hydrant allowed crews to establish ... (Full Story)
At approximately 2:44 p.m. on 8/7/26, the West Chicago Fire Protection District responded to the 28W600 block of Hickory Lane in unincorporated West Chicago for a report of downed power lines involving a garbage truck.
Upon arrival, crews found multiple utility poles and power lines down, with electrical lines still in contact with the vehicle. Arcing from the lines caused the garbage truck to catch ... (Full Story & Photos)
Check out our latest District newsletter. "The General" is our quarterly newsletter highlighting District activities and safety tips. Click on this link to preview this quarter's edition: https://conta.cc/4y55huz
The West Chicago Fire Protection District is pleased to share its' updated Strategic Plan. The plan is a culmination of input from the Board of Trustees, District staff, and the community. The Strategic Plan helps to establish the District's goals and direction for the next several years. The time frame for the new plan is 2026 -2028. The plan can be viewed on the District's website at: https://www.wegofpd.org/content/plan/ ... (Full Story & Photos)
The District has created a new YouTube channel, and we are kicking it off with a new video that showcases our service to the community. We will be posting additional videos in the future. Click on this link: https://www.youtube.com/@WestChicagoFireMarshal ... (Full Story & Photos)
Safety Tips
Summer Safety Tip #1 - The best way to stay safe from fireworks is to not use them. Instead, attend a public fireworks display put on by professionals.
Summer Fire Safety Tip #2 - Turn off or put out fires before you leave the backyard.
Summer Safety Tip #3 - Closely watch children when the fire pit is in use.
Summer Safety Tip# 4 - Only use propane, charcoal and wood pellet barbecue grills outside. Indoor use can cause a fire or carbon monoxide poisoning.
