New Sycamore FD Station 1 and headquartersProgress photo of the new Sycamore FD headquarters Station 1 with an expected opening late 2025 or early 2026.This will be home to Engine, Ladder, Medic, and Battalion 1. Also, reserve Engine 3, Medic 3, and Brush 1.
Here is Current Station 1.
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From the Sycamore FD on Facebook:
Timeline of events for Sycamore’s new Ladder 1.For years, the need for an aerial ladder apparatus has been increasing due to the rapid growth in our community. The Sycamore Fire Department has been operating solely with engine/pumpers that carry water, a water pump, hose, tools and a complement of ground ladders.According to ISO (Insurance Services Office), it is recommended to have an aerial apparatus if the response area has any of the following:– 5 or more buildings of three stories (32+ feet)– 5 or more buildings that have a “needed fire flow” (NFF) greater than 3,500-GPM– At least 5 buildings meeting a combination of those criteriaThe Sycamore Fire Department covers 62.54 square miles, including many of the above stated structures. Historically, we have relied solely on neighboring towns to utilize their aerial apparatus, which can have a response delay due to distance or pre-existing calls for those departments.In early April of this year, the sale of a 2022 KME Predator 103’ aerial Quint (essentially, an aerial truck with water pumping capabilities) came to the attention of City of Sycamore officials.Members of the Sycamore Fire Department fleet team traveled to Bexar Co., Texas, to inspect the quint.Taking in many considerations of this purchase, including Sycamore’s need for an aerial apparatus, the price of this sale, the need for a new fire engine in the near future, and new fire station #1’s capability to house it, city council approved the purchase of the ladder truck on 4/21.The ladder truck arrived at Sycamore Fire Station 2 on Friday, June 13.Response with an aerial apparatus is different compared to a fire engine, so enhanced training is required before it can officially become in service for emergency response. These vehicles are longer, taller and heavier than fire engines. Operating the ladder can also be challenging due to overhead hazards such as trees, wires or other obstructions, especially at night with poor lighting. Over the past 2 months, our crews have learned all about the truck by a representative from Fire Service Inc. Everyone has had time to maneuver and climb the ladder, drive the truck and equip the truck in preparation of its going into service. Mandatory classroom and practical time for our firefighters to become proficient with operating the truck was accomplished in June and July.We anticipate Ladder 1 to be officially in service for emergency response in August!
Sycamore FD photo
Sycamore FD photo
Sycamore FD photo
Sycamore FD photo
Sycamore FD photo
From the Sycamore FD on Facebook:
We are excited to share with you our newest addition to the City of Sycamore! Join us outside of city hall, 308 W. State Street, tonight at 6pm at the regularly scheduled city council meeting as we show off our new Ladder 1!This purchase comes as a huge enhancement to public safety as it is Sycamore’s first ever aerial apparatus! Stay tuned as we share the timeline of this purchase, including aggressive training our members have been undergoing to put the apparatus in service as soon as possible. Ladder 1 is projected to be officially in service for emergency response in August. A formal public “push-in” ceremony date is TBD.
Sycamore FD photo
thanks Danny
Found at firetruckmall.com:
2022 KME Predator 103′ Aerial – Sold and Delivered
thanks Rob
From Foster Coach Sales on Facebook
Foster Coach Sales photo
Foster Coach Sales photo
Foster Coach Sales photo
From Sycamore Fire Department @sycamoreilfire:
This is a press release from the structure fire incident from2/27/21.
On Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 2119 hours, the Sycamore Fire Department was dispatched to 322 W Exchange Street for a structure fire with possible occupant entrapment. On arrival, the first arriving engine company found heavy smoke and fire showing from the rear of the two-unit residence.
First arriving engine company crews stretched a 1 ¾” hand line through the front door of the lower apartment and were able to mount an aggressive interior fire attack along with a primary search for any occupants. Engine company crews also performed a primary search of the upper story apartment.
The fire was quickly located in the back bedroom of the first floor and was extinguished within 10 minutes. Crews found one deceased victim in the residence.
Once the fire was extinguished, the two apartments were ventilated from smoke, and salvage and overhaul operations were conducted. Crews remained on scene for approximately 2 hours performing overhaul operations. The first-floor unit suffered flame, heat, and smoke damage and the second-floor unit suffered smoke damage. The damage is estimated at $200,000 for structure and contents. The second-floor occupants were temporarily displaced due to the damage.
The fire response went to the general alarm level. DeKalb Fire, GK Fire, GK Rescue, Cortland Fire, and Elburn Fire and Pingree Grove Fire filled quarters. The Sycamore Police Department, the Office of the State Fire Marshal, ComEd, and Nicor assisted at the scene.
No firefighters were injured in the response.
The cause of the fire appears to be accidental in nature, and is under further investigation.
thanks Art
This from Art Zern:
Sycamore fire was dispatched to a General Alarm just before midnight Saturday 9/5/20 for a structure fire. Engine 1 and Chief 3 arrived to find a two-story duplex with heavy fire on the C and D sides extending into both floors and the attic. E-1 stretched a 2 ½” to the C/D corner to knock down the bulk of the fire that had started on the deck and extended via the vinyl siding. E-2 arrived and assisted in securing positive water and extended a second line to the second floor for extinguishment and to pull walls and ceilings. All occupants had escaped prior to arrival. C-3 boxed the fire because several General Alarm companies were not available or delayed. Good stop by E-1 and E-2. Dekalb T-1 handled roof ops and other companies conducted extensive overhaul, checked the other unit for extension, and handled RIT duties. Many thanks to our mutual aid partners.
Sycamore Fire Department photo
Sycamore Fire Department photo
Sycamore Fire Department photo
From the Sycamore Fire Department Facebook page:
2nd structure fire in the last 8 days, this time a nice stop by Gold Shift crews!
This is the press release from fire on early Sunday morning-
On Saturday September 05, 2020 approximately 2358 hrs, the Sycamore Fire Department was dispatched to 660 Hill Street for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, initial fire companies found heavy fire from the rear deck area of a residential structure extending vertically into the attic space. Initially crews attacked the fire from the exterior with a large 2 ½” hand line and when the fire was knocked down, began an aggressive, interior fire attack with 1 ¾” hand lines and began a primary search for occupants. Fire companies made a quick knock down of the fire and had the fire under control in about 30 minutes. Fire companies remained on scene for an hour and a half performing overhaul and checking for fire extension.
The Sycamore Fire Department was assisted by DeKalb, Genoa-Kingston, Elburn, Malta, Kirkland, Somonauk, Maple Park, Burlington Fire Departments. Also assisting were Sycamore Police Department, Com-ed and NICOR.
There were no injuries to residents or firefighters. The roof structure is severely damaged from flame and heat. The 2nd floor level was heavily damaged from heat, smoke, and water damage. The first floor and basement level is damaged from smoke and water. The loss from the fire is estimated at approximately $150,000.00. The building is not habitable and all residents were relocated.
The cause of the fire is currently listed as undetermined, pending further investigation.
Excerpts from the daily-chronicle.com:
The Sycamore Fire Department was awarded a $218,534 federal grant for the replacement of the department’s self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) through the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.
The grant award of $218,534 covers approximately 65% of the total estimated cost, $338,116, of the replacement of 31 SCBA. The City of Sycamore is responsible for the remaining 35% of the cost of the project, which will be approximately $119,581.
This from Art Zern:
Sycamore Engines 1 and 2 responded to an activated fire alarm at Menards (1825 Mercantile Dr) Monday morning at 0224. While enroute, PD arrived and reported heavy smoke on the A side. Engine 1 requested a BOX while enroute. Engine 1 arrived with heavy smoke showing (the store was full, floor to ceiling), conducted a size-up and gathered intel from PD units on the scene. E-1 pulled a 2 ½”, located and extinguished the fire in the electrical section. DeKalb T-1 provided vertical vent via skylights and the sprinkler system was supplied. Extensive overhaul and smoke removal started with the assistance of mutual aid companies and MABAS Div. 8 mobile Ventilation Unit was special called.
Excerpts from the daily-chronicle.com:
The Sycamore Fire Department responded to a call at 2:22 a.m. Monday at the big-box store at 1825 Mercantile Drive,. Firefighters were able to control the flames within 15 minutes. The fire looks to have started on a display shelf near the front of the store, although the cause has not yet been determined.
Sycamore Fire Chief Pete Polarek said the fire originated in the lighting department to the left of the main entry door to the store. “The fire consumed an area approimately 10 feet by 6 feet,” he said. “The flame height was probably in the area of 15 feet or so.”
Estimated damage currently is at $500,000 because of different factors at play such as cleaning costs, the loss of merchandise, and the loss of business.
Firefighters stayed at the store for 2½ hours in order to overhaul, ventilate and investigate.
Eleven fire companies responded including: Sycamore, DeKalb, Cortland, Genoa-Kingston, Sugar Grove, Elburn, Kirkland, St. Charles, Burlington, Malta, Pingree Grove, the MABAS Division 8 Mobile Ventilation Unit, Sycamore Public Works, and the Sycamore Police Department.??
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