Mt. Zion Fire Protection District

Mt. Zion Fire Protection District Official page for the Mt. Zion Fire Protection District. This page is not intended for emergency notifications. If you need help CALL 911. The Mt.

Zion Fire Protection District operates as a professional organization, which is proud to serve the community. Established in 1946, as a Volunteer Fire Department, with now 30 active Volunteer Firefighters, 3 full time (24/48 scheduled) and 5 part time employees. The District encompasses 42 sq. miles, serving the Village of Mt. Zion and Mt. Zion Township (pop.6,000) The Fire District provides Fire

Suppression, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services (Advanced Life Support Level) while operating 9 pieces of Fire Apparatus from 1 Fire Station and responds to over 600 Emergency and Non-Emergency calls for service annually.

08/21/2026

🚨 TRAINING NOTICE – MT. ZION 🚨

The Mt. Zion Fire Department will be conducting a multi-agency training exercise today involving members of the Mt. Zion Fire Department, Mt. Zion Police Department, and Air Evac Lifeteam.

This is ONLY a TRAINING EXERCISE and there is no actual emergency or threat to the community.

During the exercise, residents in the area may hear simulated emergency sounds, see emergency vehicles and personnel, and observe an Air Evac helicopter operating in the area. These activities are all part of the planned training exercise.

We appreciate the public’s understanding while our local emergency responders work together to practice and improve our response to critical incidents.

Again, this is a TRAINING EXERCISE ONLY. There is no emergency.

Thank you for your continued support of the Mt. Zion Fire Department, Mt. Zion Police Department, and our emergency service partners. 🚒🚓🚁

08/17/2026

ITS BACK TO SCHOOL TIME! Just a couple friendly reminders.

If you use W. Main Street in Mt. Zion during your morning commute, expect heavy traffic between 7:20am and 8:20am. During the first month of school traffic is often at a standstill for a short time during this hour. Allow yourself an extra 10 to 15 minutes.

Keep an extra eye out for kids walking or riding bikes before and after school. Be aware of crosswalks on W. Main in front of MTZ Grade and and on W. Main at Bell Street, Broadway, and Braves Parkway.

Watch out for school busses especially in residential neighborhoods. In Illinois, passing a school bus while the stop arm is extended could result in a suspension of your driver's license. Remind new or inexperienced drivers in your family to be cautions around school busses as well.

Have a safe first day of school.

Happy 250th to our Nation and to our Community from your Firefighters, Emt’s & Paramedics 🇺🇸
07/04/2026

Happy 250th to our Nation and to our Community from your Firefighters, Emt’s & Paramedics 🇺🇸

06/30/2026

The annual Blue Ribbon Night will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026 at Fletcher Park (323 Fletcher Park Blvd.) GATES OPEN AT 5PM AND ENTRY IS FREE. Fireworks will begin shortly after dusk.

Please note the traffic plan for vehicles leaving Fletcher Park after the fireworks. Have a safe night!

-The orange lines indicate the placement of barricades

-Vehicles exiting Fletcher Park will be directed East toward Braves Parkway

-Vehicles entering W. Main from Braves Parkway will be directed East onto State Hwy 121

-Vehicles entering W Main from Henderson Street will be directed West onto Main Street and then North onto Broadway

-Vehicles leaving the high school parking lot using Bell Street will be directed to continue North past W. Main Street or West onto W. Main Street.

-Vehicles leaving the Junior High school will be directed south on Henderson, detour signs will be in place with directions to State Hwy 121 and Decatur.

- Pedestrians crossing W. Main Street are encouraged to do so at the 400 block of W. Main by the US Post Office.

05/18/2026

🚑 EMS WEEK 2026 🚑
Mt. Zion Fire Protection District
Proudly Serving Our Community as an ALS & BLS Non-Transport Agency

Every day, our firefighter/paramedics and EMTs respond when seconds matter most. While we do not transport patients to the hospital, our crews provide both Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) care directly at the scene — delivering critical emergency medical treatment until transport agencies arrive and throughout patient care operations.

💙 Our EMS services include:
• Cardiac monitoring
• Medication administration
• Airway management
• Oxygen therapy
• CPR & AED use
• Trauma care
• Patient assessments
• Life-saving emergency interventions

From medical emergencies and vehicle accidents to mutual aid responses and public assistance calls, the members of Mt. Zion Fire Protection District are committed to providing professional, compassionate care to our community 24/7.

During EMS Week, we proudly recognize the dedication and sacrifice of all EMS providers who answer the call every day and night!

🇺🇸 Please join us in thanking the Paramedics, EMTs, and Firefighters who help keep our communities safe.

Key boxes are typically installed on or near front doors to allow fire personnel quick access to your home during an eme...
05/05/2026

Key boxes are typically installed on or near front doors to allow fire personnel quick access to your home during an emergency. They are especially helpful for elderly residents, individuals with medical conditions, those living alone, or anyone who experiences frequent falls.

If you need a key box installed—or if you already have one that’s no longer necessary—contact your local fire department for assistance with installation or removal.

For more information contact your local Fire Department.

Mt. Zion Fire Department - (217)864.2081

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110 W Main Street
Mount Zion, IL
62549

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+12178642081

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