Leland Fire Department

05/29/2026

A couple weeks ago we sent 7 members to Kirkland Fire Department for a IFSI RIT training course. RIT involves around anything to do with a down firefighter. Absolutely worst case scenarios, and we must train on them. We want to thank Kirkland for the hospitality and to the great instructors at IFSI. And thank you to thoes members that continue push themselfs to help keep our communities safe!

Bonus: when all these departments returned towards home, they came across a couple young kids that had a lemonade stand, dozens of fire trucks parked along the road with their lights on, to show support to the younger generation that hopefully they will never forget that moment. Picture of a small group including our leland members is attached in Kirklands post.

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, the members of Leland Fire Protection District wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday.

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

Please take a moment today to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of their service. ❤️🤍

05/23/2026

Yesterday evening we hosted a live fire LP burn training event. Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas burn training is one of the most realistic and controlled live-fire training environments used by fire departments to prepare firefighters for propane and flammable gas emergencies. These evolutions are designed to teach personnel how to safely recognize, control, extinguish, and mitigate LP gas incidents while operating under live fire

LP burn training improves firefighter proficiency in:
-Hose handling under live fire
-Reading flame patterns and heat conditions
-Hazard recognition
-Fireground communication
-Incident command coordination
-Hazardous materials awareness
-Firefighter survival and situational awareness

Many firefighters describe propane training as one of the most valuable live-fire experiences because it closely simulates industrial, residential, agricultural, and transportation-related gas emergencies.

We would like to thank the surrounding communities that came to join us for this training Somonauk Community Fire Protection District Serena Firefighter's Association Waterman Fire Department, Lee Volunteer Fire Department, Kirkland Fire Department

05/22/2026

When you are assigned a badge number, given an opportunity to represent a patch, it is a right of passage, and should be respected.

05/21/2026

***PUBLIC NOTICE***

Tonight, Leland Fire Department will be hosting an LP (Propane) Firefighting Class. East Railroad Street will be closed from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM while emergency responders train on handling flammable gas emergencies and propane-related incidents safely and effectively.

This training can be very impressive to watch — from a safe distance. Community members are welcome to observe from down the street; however, for everyone’s safety, please do not walk past any road closures or barricades.

We look forward to providing this important hands-on training opportunity for our responders and appreciate the community’s support and cooperation.

05/18/2026

On behalf of all of us at the Leland Fire Department, we proudly recognize and celebrate National EMS Week, May 17th through the 23rd, 2026.

This week, we honor the dedicated EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, dispatchers, and emergency medical personnel who answer the call day and night to serve and protect our community’s.

Your commitment, compassion, professionalism, and courage make a difference in the lives of countless people every single day. Whether responding to emergencies, providing lifesaving care, or offering comfort during difficult moments, your service does not go unnoticed.

To our EMS professionals — thank you for your sacrifice, your strength, and your unwavering dedication to the citizens of Leland and the surrounding communities.

From all of us at the Leland Fire Department: Happy EMS Week, and thank you for being there when it matters most 🚨🚑

05/16/2026

We appreciate our members and all they give to our community! Truly…thank you!

05/13/2026

Way to go Landon! Keep up the great work, and we are lucky to have you on our team!

05/04/2026

Today is International Firefighters Day, to honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of firefighters globally. The day pays tribute to those who risk their lives to protect communities and remember our fallen heroes. Big thank you to our members who continue to strive to protect our community, and to all thoes who run into danger when everyone else is running out nation wide.

05/03/2026

May is Drowning Awareness Prevention Month

Sadly, it only takes a moment. May is Drowning Prevention Awareness Month, and your attention can make all the difference.

Unfortunately, this is a heartbreaking call first responders go to, and it remains one of the most tragic medical emergencies in our work.

Please take a moment to review these tips to keep you and your loved ones safe:

👀 Always assign a dedicated water watcher who stays focused and avoids distractions.

❤️ Learn CPR for adults and children so you can act immediately.

📱 Keep your cell phone nearby to call 911 without delay.

🔇 Remember, drowning is silent, so stay alert and attentive.

🪣 Know that children can drown in as little as two inches of water, including bathtubs, buckets, and toilets.

🤝 Stay within arm’s reach of young children. Active supervision matters most.

🚪 Make sure barriers like gates and doors are always secured.

👨‍👩‍👧 Talk with your family about what to do in an emergency before it happens.

Stay present, stay prepared, and help prevent a tragedy before it begins.