Cortland Fire Department

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Cortland Fire Department was chartered in 1947 as an all volunteer fire department. The Cortland Community Fire Protection District was formed in 1964 as a taxing body to fund the operations of the fire department. In 2012, Cortland Fire Department staffed an ambulance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Volunteers respond to staff the fire apparatus and assist the ambulance crew. The fire protection d

istrict encompasses 25 square miles and borders on the Sycamore Fire District on the north, the Hinckley Fire Protection District on the south, the Maple Park Fire Protection District on the East, and the City of DeKalb on the West. The Cortland Fire Department is a member of the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) Division 6.

We’re excited to officially partner with Project Fire Buddies and bring this incredible program to the Cortland communit...
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!

We love our new table!
08/23/2026

We love our new table!

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

Firefighter/Paramedic Kelly Nessling has dedicated years to serving the DeKalb County community and has spent the past s...
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

Next class is coming up July 22nd. Sign up on Cortlandfire.com
07/07/2026

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

Happy Birthday to the ole Red, White and Blue! We hope everyone enjoys their holiday! 🇺🇸 🎆
07/04/2026

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

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

Happy National ER Tech Week!Cortland Fire Department was proud to show our support by delivering pizzas to the ER staff ...
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! 🔥 🚒



Our EMT class is in full swing! 🚑Our hybrid format allows us to spend less time in the classroom and more time developin...
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!

Please read and be safe today.
06/11/2026

Please read and be safe today.

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30 W North Avenue
Cortland, IL
60112

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+18157562545

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