Joliet Fire Department

08/31/2026

08/26/2026

It's okay to not be okay.

Connect Will County is here for Will County residents, offering support and financial assistance including individual and family counseling, psychiatric services, early appointments, and telehealth or in‑person options.

A partnership between the Will County Community Mental Health Board and the Joliet Fire Department, Connect Will County supports those facing anxiety, depression, stress, or major life changes.

For details about available services call 815-724-3506.

08/21/2026

Should I Call 911? Part 2

If it’s dangerous or happening right now — Yes!
If it’s about packages, scams, or Halloween hours — No!

Non-emergency Police & Fire assistance? Call 815-726-2491
General City questions & information? Call 815-724-4000

08/19/2026

✨ BLS Training is back! ✨

It’s a great time to renew your certification whether you’re a healthcare professional, student, or first responder. For pricing and additional details, please call 815‑724‑3500.

08/14/2026

🎒 Back-to-School Safety Tips!

This week, John Lukancic and B.C. Chaplin tell us 5 ways to keep your kids safe:

1. Review the safest walking/biking route & remind kids to stay alert.
2. Update your emergency contacts with the school.
3. Keep a mini emergency kit in your car.
4. Make sure kids know important phone numbers and your home address.
5. Stay informed with local emergency alerts and trusted weather updates.

On behalf of the City of Joliet, we wish all students, teachers, and families a safe and successful school year!

08/13/2026

How do firefighters learn to step in when a teammate goes down? Here’s a look.

Chief of Training Victor Stachelski walks us through RIT (Rapid Intervention Team) training, where firefighters learn the critical skills needed to locate, assess, and remove a downed firefighter during an emergency.

Huge thank you to Elwood Fire Protection District for hosting us and to the University of Illinois Cornerstone Program for providing top-notch RIT instructors.

08/13/2026

The primary hazards when using a portable generator are carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, electric shock/electrocution, and fire. Keep yourself and your family safe with these essential rules:

⚡ Prevent Electrocution:
• Keep the generator completely dry. Never use it in the rain or wet conditions.
• Operate it on a dry surface under an open canopy-like structure (like a tarp on poles).
• Never touch the generator with wet hands.

🔥 Prevent Fires:
• Always turn the generator off and let it cool down before refueling. Gasoline spilled on hot engine parts can easily ignite.
• Store extra fuel in an approved safety can.
• Only use the type of fuel recommended in the manufacturer's instructions.

🔌 Safe Power Connections:
• Plug appliances directly into the generator, OR use a heavy-duty, outdoor-rated extension cord.
• Ensure your extension cord is rated (in watts or amps) at least equal to the sum of the connected appliance loads.
• Check that the entire cord is free of cuts or tears, and make sure the plug has all three prongs (including the grounding pin).

08/13/2026

More thunderstorms are on the way starting this afternoon through Friday morning, bringing a potential for heavy rain and localized severe weather.

⚠️ What To Expect
• Repeated storms tracking over the same areas may lead to localized flash flooding in low-lying areas, roads, and basements.

🛡️ Safety Tips
• Turn Around, Don't Drown: Never drive through flooded roadways or paths.

• When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors: Move inside immediately if you hear thunder or see lightning.

• Stay Alert: Monitor weather updates and have multiple ways to receive emergency alerts.

Stay safe and weather-aware, Joliet! Call 911 for immediate emergencies.

08/11/2026

The Joliet Fire Department, joined by our neighboring agencies, recently completed Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) training.

RIT training equips firefighters with the critical skills needed to rescue a fellow firefighter who becomes lost, trapped, injured, or in distress during an emergency. Training together strengthens coordination and readiness when every second counts.

08/11/2026

The City of Joliet Public Works, Joliet Fire Department, and Joliet Police Department teams are actively responding to storm-related issues across town, including hazards being caused by downed trees.

If you need to report a downed parkway tree or a tree blocking a roadway, please call 815-724-3650.

We will share information about storm debris pickup and procedures by end of day tomorrow.

Thank you for your patience.