Cortland Fire Department

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, including the 343 FDNY firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice.

We honor their courage, their service, and the loved ones they left behind. We will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/03/2026

UPDATE: HE HAS BEEN LOCATED!!

📢 MISSING PERSON 📢

The Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help locating a missing person. He is missing from the area of Somonauk Rd and Gurler Rd just south of Cortland. He was last seen wearing a white t shirt and blue sweatpants. He was last seen around 2:50pm on 9/2. If located, please call the Dekalb County Sheriff's Office at 815-895-2155 or dial 911.

08/25/2026

We’re excited to officially partner with Project Fire Buddies and bring this incredible program to the Cortland community! 🚒❤️

Project Fire Buddies provides support, friendship, and unforgettable experiences for children battling serious illnesses and their families.

Our members are proud to join departments across Illinois in supporting this mission, and we’re looking forward to building some amazing relationships with our Fire Buddies!

We can’t wait to get started! 🔥

🚨Announcement Time🚨

We are thrilled to announce another Chapter in Illinois joining our organization!

Please welcome Cortland Fire Department!🔥

We are so excited to be able to help more children in another community.

Welcome aboard!

08/23/2026

We love our new table!

Cortland took delivery of a beautiful black walnut with aged barrel resin table, enjoy boys! 🔥

07/15/2026

Firefighter/Paramedic Kelly Nessling has dedicated years to serving the DeKalb County community and has spent the past several years helping teach our EMT program, mentoring the next generation of EMS providers.

Now it’s our turn to support her.

If you’re able, please consider donating or sharing the fundraiser below. Every contribution is greatly appreciated.

Thank you for supporting one of our own. ❤️

For more than 20 years, Kelly Nessling has dedicated her life to serving others as a firefighter and paramedic, earning the respect of colleagues and the communities she has proudly served throughout DeKalb and Kane counties. She currently serves with the Genoa-Kingston Fire Protection District, whe

07/07/2026

Next class is coming up July 22nd. Sign up on Cortlandfire.com

07/04/2026

Happy Birthday to the ole Red, White and Blue! We hope everyone enjoys their holiday! 🇺🇸 🎆

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to the men whose example made a lasting impact on us, and to those creating that same impact for the next generation!

06/16/2026

Happy National ER Tech Week!

Cortland Fire Department was proud to show our support by delivering pizzas to the ER staff as a small thank you for everything they do. Your teamwork, dedication, and care for our community do not go unnoticed. We appreciate you all! 🔥 🚒

06/13/2026

Our EMT class is in full swing! 🚑

Our hybrid format allows us to spend less time in the classroom and more time developing hands-on skills. This gives our students valuable real-world experience and helps build the confidence they need to succeed from day one.

Here’s a look at what we’ve been working on lately!