Gurnee Professional Firefighters Local 3598

27/03/2026

We have the pleasure of introducing our 4 newest members Caballero, Fallon, Adams, and Rivas. All 4 were sworn in this morning. Congratulations and welcome to GFD!

18/03/2026

Chicago firefighter Mike Altman was critically injured at a fire in Chicago on March 16. He succumbed to his injuries on March 17. Our condolences to his family, friends, Local 2, and the CFD.

is accepting donations to help the Altman family during this difficult time.

https://www.theyardfoundation.org/mayday/altman

01/02/2026

As firefighters and paramedics, we witness people fighting and overcoming serious health challenges every day. This situation hits especially close to home, as it involves the family of one of our own. FF/PM Tucker and his wife are currently facing frightening medical challenges, and during this difficult time, they need our support. As a fire service family, we’re coming together to extend this GoFundMe to our community and stand behind one of our own with strength, compassion, and support.

01/01/2026

Your Local 3598 Gurnee Firefighters are proud to have served the residents and visitors of Gurnee last year. We rang out the year with 7,975 calls for service in that time. Averaging out to almost 22 calls per day from 3 fire stations, we’re honored and proud to have the opportunity to serve you all. Wishing you a happy, safe, and healthy New Year!

13/12/2025

We appreciate all our members who supported our adopted family this year. Local 3598 is delighted to bring joy to this special family this holiday season.

18/11/2025

Congratulations Lt. Malinski and BC Perry!

24/10/2025

Congratulations to Firefighter/Paramedic Will Spaid on completing his year long probation. Over these past 12 months, Will has shown growth in both his fire and EMS skills, learning through many hours of training as well as real life emergencies. Great job and we look forward to seeing you continue your growth and experience with your career at GFD.

24/10/2025

Thank you to Ms. Muldowney and the wonderful 2nd graders for having us. We enjoyed reading and spending time with all the students. Thanks, Woodland Elementary!

08/10/2025

Thank you, Wildcats, for letting us come to your school today. We had so much fun!

06/10/2025

Gurnee Local 3598 Honor Guard was proud to join over 1400 Honor Guards from the US and Canada in honoring 311 fallen heroes on the Colorado Springs IAFF Memorial wall. Illinois Honor Guard contributed 62 members to pay respects to fallen members from Champaign, Oak Brook, Chicago, and Mount Prospect, class of 2024. District 5's Art Thompson attended to show support for families and the Guard. Thanks to IAFF for organizing and the great weather, the families received the respect and support they deserve.

03/10/2025