West Chicago Fire Protection District - DuPage County, IL

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Quick Facts

Did you know... ...that we provide service to residents in both Dupage and Kane counties?
Did you know... ...that we have 2 Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances and all fire suppression units provide ALS care?
Did you know... ...that the we have protected the community since 1896?
Did you know... ...that we provide full time Aircraft Rescue Firefighting services to the Dupage Airport?
Did you know... ...that we respond to over 4000 calls for service annually?
Did you know... ...that we protect 26 square miles with 4 fire stations?
Did you know... ...that all four of our stations are staffed 24/7, 365 days per year?
Did you know.... ...that the West Chicago Fire Protection District is an ISO Class 2?
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No Caption Twenty-five years ago, our nation witnessed unimaginable tragedy, but also extraordinary courage and selflessness

West Chicago Fire Protection District, September 11

Among the nearly 3,000 lives lost were 343 FDNY firefighters, 23 NYPD officers, and 37 Port Authority Police Department officers who answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice.

We remember the first responders who ran toward danger while others were trying to escape. We remember the civilians whose lives were taken far too soon, the families who lost loved ones, and all those who responded ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Open House - TIME CORRECTION 11 am to 2 pm

Member Bill Schultz, September 02

Our Open House is on 9/26/26 from 11 am to 2 pm at Fire Station 6 (200 Fremont).... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption Asista a nuestra jornada de puertas abiertas: 26/09/26, de 11:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m., en 200 Fremont St.

Member Bill Schultz, September 02

El Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de West Chicago les hace una cordial invitación a nuestra jornada puertas abiertas.

Traigan a toda la familia y acompañenos a disfrutar de un día lleno de actividades, diversión y mucho más!

Los esperamos!... (Full Story & Photos)
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Melissa Medeiros Memorial Ribbon Cutting

Member Bill Schultz, August 31

Community members are encouraged to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 19, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. Melissa Medeiros was a valued member of the West Chicago Fire Protection District, serving as a Trustee from 2022 to 2024 on the District's Board of Trustees.... (Full Story & Photos)

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Just Released" "The General" Newsletter - Summer 2026

Member Bill Schultz, July 01

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

If you would like to receive a copy directly to your inbox, please sign up on our website home page: https://www.wegofpd.org/ ... (Full Story)
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West Chicago Fire Protection District's Updated Strategic Plan

Member Bill Schultz, January 05

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)

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No Caption Check out our new video and YouTube channel!

Member Bill Schultz, August 20

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
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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.
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