Bunker Hill Fire Department Co#1

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Station 1 firefighters participated in a training night focused on pump operations and hands-on skills development. Continuous training helps ensure our personnel remain prepared to serve the community safely and effectively.
To wrap up the evening, crews enjoyed a well-earned ice cream treat together after training

05/19/2026

I would like to recognize Firefighter Wes Hanner for his continued dedication to serving our community, not only during emergencies, but also through public outreach and around the firehouse.
When Wes learned that a young man in our community needed a firefighter costume for his kindergarten graduation, he went above and beyond to find exactly what was needed. To make the experience even more special, he topped it off with a tour of the firehouse.
Great work, Wes, and thank you for representing our department and community so well

-BHFPD District Chief Schwegel

05/18/2026

Excellent work by our crews in Shipman in handling the call for help from Brighton FD. This was one of the multiple emergency calls they responded to on Sunday.

At 13:17, the Brighton Fire Department responded to a reported attached garage fire in the vicinity of Cove Drive. Brighton Police arrived within minutes and advised of heavy fire showing and spread to the adjacent residence to the west. Upon arrival, first units encountered two split foyer style residences, one heavily and one partially involved. Firefighters executed an aggressive attack on both structures. Several factors impeded fire extinguishment efforts due to rapid fire spread caused by high winds. We would like to extend our appreciation to mutual aid departments who provided assistance: Godfrey Fire, Fosterburg Fire, Medora Fire, Bunker Hill FPD, and Alton Memorial Hospital EMS for medical standby services. We would also like to thank our Fire Department Auxiliary and our community for the support. We had several people bring out water and Gatorade to our firefighters.

05/12/2026

Today, just after 12:00 p.m., the Bunker Hill Fire Protection District responded to the 13000 block of Mansholt Road for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, crews found a barn fully engulfed in flames.
No injuries were reported. BHFPD would like to thank our mutual aid partners and Bunker Hill Area Ambulance for their assistance on the scene.Shipman Firefighters Association / Shipman Fire Department

Units on scene:
Chief 5400
Engine 5411
Brush 5472 (station 2 - Shipman)

Mutual Aid:
Brighton Betsey Ann Fire Protection District
Staunton FPD
Dorchester FD
Prairietown FD

05/03/2026

Huge thank you to Jenny and Shelby for all the hard work and dedication you put into painting the beautiful mural at the fire department! Your talent and effort truly brought something special to our space, and it’s appreciated more than words can say. We’re so grateful for the time and heart you both poured into this project. Amazing job!

05/03/2026

Yesterday was a busy and rewarding day for BHFPD. Our crews were present at the ball diamonds for opening day, and Station 1 hosted an open house. We greatly appreciated the opportunity to connect with community members, meet new faces, and spend meaningful time engaging with those we serve.

05/01/2026

Yesterday around 4pm BHFPD received a call for a silo on fire near a barn. Units from both stations responded.

Thanks to our departments quick response, professionalism, and coordinated efforts, the crew was able to contain the fire and successfully save the farm building along with all of the valuable equipment inside. Incidents like these are challenging and dangerous, but their training and dedication made all the difference.
This is a great example of the commitment our firefighters show every day to protect lives, property, and our community.Shipman Firefighters Association / Shipman Fire Department

Units on scene:
Engine 5411
Engine 5412 (St. 2 Shipman)
Tender 5461
Brush 5471