Join Us Online! West Chicago Fire District Listen & Learn Sessions
The West Chicago Fire Protection District invites community members to participate in our upcoming Listen & Learn Sessions via Zoom!
These sessions are an opportunity to learn about the Fire District's current operations, the challenges we face, and the future of emergency services in our community.
The West Chicago Fire Protection District is inviting community members to participate in upcoming Listen & Learn sessions to discuss the future of fire and emergency medical services in West Chicago.
As part of the District's ongoing community engagement efforts, these sessions will provide residents with an opportunity to learn more about current emergency services, ask questions, share concerns, ... (Full Story)
Please note the original post had correct dates but incorrect days.
The West Chicago Fire Protection District is hosting "Listen and Learn Session" - Check out the flyer for more info!
El Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de West Chicago organiza una "Sesión para escuchar y aprender": ¡consulta el folleto para más información!... (Full Story)
The Fire District has finished a Community Risk Assessment process and developed a corresponding report. This assessment involved analyzing statistical information along with identifying community hazards and vulnerabilities. The purpose of this process is to ensure that the District’s resources and capabilities are properly aligned with the specific risks facing the community. The complete report ... (Full Story)
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/3V7k7Sf
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.
