This from Chris Skrabel:
Pictures from Troy FPD full still attached garage fire quick knock.
Chris Skrabel photo
Chris Skrabel photo
Chris Skrabel photo
Chris Skrabel photo
Excerpts from Lincolnshire-Riverwoods Fire Protection District on Facebook:
At 01:47 the Lincolnshire Riverwoods Fire District responded to the 300 block of Goshawk Lane in unincorporated Deerfield, for the reported structure fire. While responding RED Center (Regional Emergency Dispatch Center) informed crews that police officers were on the scene confirming a fully-involved structure. Firefighters arrived at a two-story, multi-unit townhome complex with heavy fire from the roof. They pulled a hose line for a fire attack and began confirming the home was evacuated. The fire was contained to the unit of origin.The exposure building was checked for fire extension and had minimal damage. A Mutual Aid Box alarm was activated for additional personnel and fire investigators. The cause and monetary amount of the fire are being investigated.The Lincolnshire-Riverwoods FPD was assisted by firefighters from Deerfield, Buffalo Grove, Long Grove, Wheeling, Northbrook, Arlington Heights, Prospect Heights, Highland Park, Countryside, Glencoe, and Northfield along with the Lake County Sheriff’s office and RED Center .
Fire Department photo
Jimmy Bolf photo
Jimmy Bolf photo
Jimmy Bolf photo
Jimmy Bolf photo
Jimmy Bolf photo
Jimmy Bolf photo
Jimmy Bolf photo
Jimmy Bolf photo
Found at firetruckmall.com:
2002 Pierce Dash pumper
- Stock#: 18569
- 2002
- Pierce fire engine
- Pierce Dash chassis
- Mileage: 27,647
- Engine Hours: 3,365
- Additional equipment not included with purchase unless otherwise listed.
- 1,500-GPM side-mount pump
- 750-gallon tank
- Piped for deck gun
- Booster reel
Clarendon Hills FD photo
Clarendon Hills FD photo
thanks Martin
Excerpts from wifr.com:
It’s taken over a decade to accomplish a million-dollar, one year agreement to share emergency services between the City of Beloit and the town of South Beloit, after the South Beloit city council approved an agreement in March between the cross-state line communities letting the Town of Beloit manage and staff its fire department.
Over the years the South Beloit department has been struggling due to recruitment and scheduling struggles: the city offered part-time positions but couldn’t maintain a full-time station.
With the agreement: nine full-time crew members will work the South Beloit Fire Department. That full-time, 24/7 employment sits at the center of the Illinois city pursuing the deal.
As the July agreement kicks off, an official start for the Town of Beloit’s management isn’t clear.
The city will keep its fire inspection bureau and department administrator; those positions are part-time.
The Town of Beloit wasn’t the only community South Beloit considered for its agreement.
This from Mike Summa:
I recently had the pleasure of taking some new photos at the Midlothian Independence Day Parade. Enjoy and comment.
Mike Summa photo
Mike Summa photo
Mike Summa photo
Mike Summa photo
Mike Summa photo
Mike Summa photo
This from James Skrabel:
Channahon has finally moved into their new station 2. They started running out of the new fire station this morning July 4th at 7am.
James Skrabel photo
James Skrabel photo
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From the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District
Monday morning at 10:25am, the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to the 1600 block of S. Rose Farm Road in unincorporated Woodstock for a reported barn fire. Firefighters arrived within 6 minutes and observed a large barn completely engulfed in heavy flames.Firefighters quickly deployed several hose lines and began a defensive operation on the structure. Due to downed power lines and strong winds, portions of the barn were initially difficult to access. A 3rd Alarm request was made through the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS), which brought numerous fire agencies from across northern Illinois. To complicate an already large incident, the nearest fire hydrant was over 2 miles away. Multiple tenders were required to shuttle water to the scene to maintain suppression operations.A defensive operation continued for an additional 90 minutes before the fire was considered under control. Firefighters’ quick actions saved two additional structures on the property from catching fire. Overhaul crews and investigators remained on scene until 3:00pm.The structure and contents are considered a total loss. Initial damage estimates are over $1,000,000. The barn was used for storage and did not contain any animals. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is not believed to be suspicious but remains under investigation by the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District and McHenry County Sheriff’s Office.A huge thank you to all the fire agencies who responded, our dispatchers, and the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office.
Woodstock Fire/Rescue District
Woodstock Fire/Rescue District
Woodstock Fire/Rescue District
Woodstock Fire/Rescue District
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Excerpts from abc7chicago.com:
The Joliet Fire Department announced the death of Captain Kevin Hargis on Sunday.
“We are very sorry to tell you that the Joliet Community has lost a respected firefighter, and a family has lost a beloved Husband, Son, and Brother.”
Capt. Hargis died suddenly on Saturday, the fire department said. He was 52-years-old.
He was a 22-year veteran of the Joliet Fire Department, he was also a member of the Hazardous Materials Team and the team Coordinator; a safety committee member; a CPR Instructor, coordinator, and trainer; and the Captain of Fire Station No. 7.
“The Joliet Fire Department will deeply miss Captain Hargis’s leadership, knowledge, and passion for helping others in the community and the fire department. To the Hargis Family and Friends, you will all remain in our thoughts through these difficult times.”
