Park Forest Fire Department

08/31/2026

Please join us as we fulfill our promise to never forget the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

08/30/2026

Last day to order your 2026 Adopt a Shelter Dog Month shirt to support the South Suburban Humane Society!

08/28/2026

This month’s EMS training at the Park Forest Fire Department was field childbirth and newborn care training. While there were plenty of laughs—the skills being practiced were taken very seriously.

Crews worked through realistic scenarios involving imminent delivery, newborn assessment and care, APGAR scoring, maternal complications, and the many challenges that come with delivering a baby outside of the hospital.

Childbirth may not be one of our most frequent calls, but when it happens, there is no substitute for preparation. Our goal is to make sure our providers are confident, competent, and ready to provide excellent care to both mom and baby when they need us most.

A big thank you to all of the departments and providers who participated, learned together, and were willing to be a little uncomfortable in the name of better patient care. And to our volunteer “moms”… you were glowing!

08/24/2026

Time is running out to get your order in for the 2026 Adopt a Shelter Dog Month fundraiser supporting our friends at the South Suburban Humane Society!

https://sshsfundraiser2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Last day to order is this Sunday, August 30th!

08/18/2026

On Friday, August 7th, we welcomed back our former and retired members for the 6th Bi-Annual Fire Department Reunion Picnic. It was so great to see and visit with those who came before us and helped build and shape the department into what it is today.

If you were able to attend and have photos, please share them in the comments. If you weren't able to attend, we hope to see you in 2028!

08/07/2026

Our crews recently completed hands-on training with the Dolphin Ring Rescue Tool, now officially placed into service at the Park Forest Fire Department. As rings made from modern materials like tungsten, titanium, and ceramic become increasingly common, traditional ring cutters are often ineffective. This specialized tool gives our paramedics another option to safely remove entrapped rings, helping reduce the risk of further injury while providing the highest level of patient care. A special thanks to the following departments for supporting our EMS training this month: Country Club Hills, Crete, Matteson, and University Park.

08/06/2026

Tomorrow is the day! Excited to see some of our former and retired members tomorrow for our 6th Bi-annual Reunion Picnic!

Comment below if you're going to be here 🤩

Calling all current/retired/former PFFD members...Reunion Picnic 2026 is coming...Friday, August 7, 2026! Spread the word, mark your calendar, and save the date! We hope to see you here for a day filled with stories, friendship & fun!

08/04/2026

This October, in honor of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, the Park Forest Fire Department is once again selling t-shirts and sweatshirts to promote and support pet adoption. Proceeds from the sale of the shirts will be donated to our friends at the South Suburban Humane Society to help with the life-saving work they do for our canine and feline furry friends!

Pre-order shirts are available in a variety of styles for adults and children. Orders can be placed by visiting https://sshsfundraiser2026.itemorder.com/ The last day to place orders is Sunday, August 30. Orders will be available for pick-up at the Fire Department or the Humane Society at the end of September or you can choose to have your items shipped during check out when placing your order.

If you have any questions, please contact Traci Apt by phone at 708-481-4549 or by email at [email protected].

Thanks for your support!

08/03/2026

Notice: Monthly Outdoor Warning Siren Testing

The Village of Park Forest conducts routine testing of its outdoor warning sirens on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m.

For the month of August we will also be conducting annual inspections and maintenance on the sirens. You may hear additional sirens on Tuesday, August 4th around 10 am.

Please be advised:

* Routine Test: These tests are for maintenance and system verification purposes only.
* Weather Exception: In the event of actual severe weather or a potential emergency, the monthly test will be canceled or postponed to avoid confusion.

No action is required from residents during these scheduled tests.

07/04/2026

All 4th of July events scheduled for today have been canceled.

🇺🇸 Fourth of July Celebration Canceled 🇺🇸

Due to the forecast for thunderstorms this evening and the condition of the Village Green following recent rainfall, the Village of Park Forest has made the difficult decision to cancel today's Fourth of July celebration, including the parade, live entertainment, and fireworks.

The decision was made with the safety of residents, visitors, volunteers, performers, and staff as the Village's top priority.

The Village plans to reschedule the fireworks show, concert, and parade for Labor Day weekend and will provide more details in the coming weeks.