Archive for January, 2023

New ambulance for Bourbonnais FPD

Jan 23

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Bourbonnais Fire is ready to serve!

This ambulance was a clean white before it arrived, now it’s striped, lettered, and comes with a chevron!

Gold leaf cut lettering layered on black cut vinyl with reflective red stripes running along the sides. Plus a brand new chevron on the rear with reflective layered paneling.

Bourbonnais Fire Protection District

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Harmonic Design, Inc. photo

thanks Martin

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Itasca Fire Protection District news (more)

Jan 22

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From Itasca Fire Protection District on Facebook:

It is with deepest regret and sorrow that we announce the passing of Itasca Firefighter Frank Nunez on January 22, 2023, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Thank you to everyone for your condolences and understanding during this difficult time for our fire family.

We love you and will miss you immensely Frank!

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Itasca FPD Firefighter Frank Nunez

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New engine and tanker for the Inverness FPD

Jan 22

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From Horizon Fire Apparatus Chicagoland on Facebook:

Yesterday Inverness Fire Protection District wrapped up a pre-construction meeting on their new HME Ahrens-Fox pumper and tender. They were able to take in all the awesome ideas we found at the factory and put them to good use. We have ways to go until they’re finished, but when these siblings roll out, they’re going to the baddest pair in the Chicagoland area!

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Horizon Fire Apparatus photo

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House fire in Huntley, 1-19-23

Jan 22

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This from Tyler Tobolt:

Huntley FPD responded to (2) working fires in under 24 hours in Station 2’s still district. This fire was yesterday (1/19/23) around 7pm. Companies arrived with heavy smoke inside with a working fire on the 1st floor, quickly knocked down.

Few more photos can be seen HERE

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Tyler Tobolt photo

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Tyler Tobolt photo

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Tyler Tobolt photo

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Kirkland Fire Department news

Jan 21

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From the Kirkland Fire Department Facebook page:

The Kirkland Community Fire District regrets to announce the passing of FF/EMT Kenneth J. Clark. The members of the Department wish to convey our deepest sympathy to Kenny’s family & join the entire community in mourning his departure. Ken was larger than life in every respect and his dedication to duty & service to his beloved Kirkland will never be forgotten. Arrangements are pending.

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Kirkland Community FD FF/EMT Kenneth J. Clark

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Skokie Fire Department news

Jan 21

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Skokie FD Firefighter Andrew Cutting

From Skokie Fire Department Firefighter’s Local 3033:

Yesterday we lost a brother. Andrew Cutting served the Skokie Fire Department for 21 years. He was loved by everyone and will be greatly missed. Please keep his family and friends in your prayers.

Skokie FD Firefighter Andrew Cutting

Skokie FD Firefighter Andrew Cutting and friends

Skokie FD Firefighter Andrew Cutting

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Chicago FD Department Memo M-03-23

Jan 21

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Naperville Fire Department history

Jan 21

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The vintage 1924 Ahrens-Fox was the second piece of motorized fire apparatus purchased by the City of Naperville back in its day. The now museum-quality truck was restored 10 years ago and ever since has been a popular entry in many Naperville parades.

Excerpts from positivelynaperville.com:

Naperville Hose Co. No. 1, a 501(c) 3 organization, is comprised of retired and active members of the fire service. The nonprofit organization was founded to foster and perpetuate the history of the Naperville Fire Department, the preservation and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, clothing and related archival material.

Ruthi Sommers, now retired after 33 years with the NFD, serves as one of the trustees on the Naperville Hose Co. No. 1. For the past decade, the group has been volunteering to showcase the company’s history at Naper Settlement and preserve it for the future.

Currently, the nonprofit group also seeks to identify names of “non-full-time members” who previously served.

“Our organization is trying to determine, as best as possible, the names of any non-full-time members that served in good standing during the history of the department which was established in 1874,” noted Sommers.

“These individuals will be listed on a plaque to be displayed in the Fire Museum at Naper Settlement,” Sommers added. “Right now, the list stands at over 400 names, but in an effort to not overlook anyone, the public is being asked for assistance.”

Individuals with family members who served with the Naperville Fire Department are asked to send names to Ruthi Sommers at sommers127@att.net by March 1, 2023.

Information such as start/end dates, rank, badge number would be extremely helpful. Also, include photos or any other additional information that might spark interest in the individual’s service to the fire department.