Archive for August 26th, 2016

Champaign Fire Department news

Excerpts from wandtv.com:

The Champaign Fire Department was awarded a Class 1 Public Protection Classification.  The Class 1 rating by the Insurance Services Office, the highest rating possible, means the Champaign Fire Department is one of the nation’s best.  The Insurance Services Office is an organization that independently evaluates fire-protection efforts in communities across the United States.

Of 48,632 fire departments evaluated nationwide, Champaign is one of only 179 fire departments awarded a Class 1 rating, putting it in the top 0.37 percent. Only five other fire departments in the state of Illinois currently hold this coveted top rating.

“This Class 1 rating is a direct reflection of the level of hard work and dedication shown by our Firefighters, Inspectors, Educators, and Telecommunicators that come to work every day delivering outstanding service to our citizens, students, and visitors.” said Fire Chief Gary Ludwig.

Insurance Services Organization collects information on communities and analyzes the data using its Fire Suppression Rating Schedule.  This Fire Suppression Rating Schedule evaluates four primary categories of fire suppression – fire department, emergency communications, water supply, and community risk reduction.

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Antioch Fire Department news

Excerpts from Antiochfire.org:

The Village of Antioch and the First Fire Protection Distirict of Antioch Township together announced the appointment of Deputy Chief Jon Cokefair as interim fire chief for the Antioch Fire Department effective September 2, 2016. Chief Cokefair is a 40-year resident of Lake County bringing 28 years of fire service experience to this position. Chief Cokefair joined the Antioch Fire Department in 2007 and has serviced community’s in the fire departments of Wauconda, Round Lake, and Grayslake. Chief Cokefair has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection Administration from Eastern Kentucky University along with an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science from the College of Lake County. Chief Cokefair used his 26 years of experience as an Illinois Certified Paramedic to assist the Antioch Fire Department in establishing advanced life support engines along with a highly rated ambulance service.

Chief Cokefair’s fire service experience as well as his experience as an 8-year member of the Grayslake Community High School District Board of Education has given him a strong background in the budget process and taxing finance. Throughout his career he has proven to be a sound steward of public monies. As a leader, he brings a warm personality that fosters a positive workplace that respects the value of the employee to provide exemplary service to the Antioch community.

Interim Fire Chief Jon Cokefair
Interim Fire Chief Jon Cokefair

thanks Dan

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As seen around … Gary, IN

This from Nick Neziri:

This past weekend, I was able to photograph three ARFF rigs at Gary Airport. Rescue 3 is an Oshkosh Striker 1500. Rescue 2 is an Oshkosh T1500. Rescue 6 is a Ford utility vehicle. The pictured Gary Fire Department ambulance is not normally based at the airport, but was placed there on a special assignment as the airport was being used to stage the aerial portion of the Chicago Air and Water Show.
-Nick Neziri
Gary Airport FD Rescue 6

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Gary Airport Rescue 3 Oshkosh Striker 1500

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Gary Airport FD fire trucks

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Gary Airport FD fire trucks

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Gary Airport FD fire trucks

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Gary FD Rescue 2 is an Oshkosh T1500

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Gary FD Rescue 2 is an Oshkosh T1500

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Gary Airport FD Rescue 6

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Flossmoor Fire Department update

This from Brad Steinweg:

I  noticed that Flossmoor’s former 1372 is still listed so I have a picture of the current one. It is a 2014 Dodge Ram 3500. Not sure on the box, I believe it’s a Horton. The former 1372 was sold to Chicago Heights. I have included a picture of that as well. Photo credit on the current rig goes to Joseph Usselman.

-Brad S.
Flossmoor Fire Department ambulance

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Chicago Heights FD ambulance

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