Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 1! As you set your clocks back one hour, take a few minutes to check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
A simple check can make a big difference in keeping your family safe!... (Full Story & Photos)
Thanks to everyone who stopped by Station 6, and a big thank you to the City of West Chicago Government for organizing this event!... (Full Story & Photos)
Our firefighters enjoyed meeting so many little ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and princesses while handing out candy and firefighter helmets!
A big thank you to the West Chicago Park District for hosting another fun-filled community event and to everyone who stopped by to say hello!... (Full Story & Photos)
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)
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.
