Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District

08/24/2026

🚧 Cedar Lake Road Resurfacing Begins Today

The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) will begin resurfacing two sections of Cedar Lake Road today:

• Hart Road to Monaville Road
• Route 60 to Townline Road

Both projects will involve daily lane closures and flaggers. Please watch for workers and construction vehicles.

For updates and more information: https://www.lakecountyil.gov/3379/Project-Information

07/16/2026

Good morning! As you walk outside, you'll notice a haze and smell of smoke. This is related to the 140+ wildfires across Canada. A few things to keep in mind:

1) The Air Quality Index is currently in the "unhealthy" range. You should limit your time outside if possible, especially if you have respiratory problems such as asthma or COPD.

2) You should keep your windows closed, and use air conditioning if possible.

3) This smoke should remain through Friday or Saturday, when rain and thunderstorms are expected.

4) There is no need to call the fire department for the odor or sight of this smoke. If you see something different, such as thick, dark smoke or smoke coming directly from a house, call 911.

For more information, visit http://airnow.gov

06/15/2026

This morning, the Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District responded to an unusual incident at Fire Station 1, located at 409 W. Nippersink Road in Round Lake.

A vehicle left the roadway and struck decorative planters before colliding with the front of the fire station. Fortunately, no firefighters or civilians were injured as a result of the incident.

The building sustained minor damage, and station operations remain unaffected. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the appropriate authorities.

Please remember to drive safely and stay alert while traveling through our communities.

“Thankfully no injuries were reported, and Station 1 remains fully operational.”

06/07/2026

05/28/2026

🚨 Working Smoke Detectors Save Lives 🚨

Do you know if the smoke alarms in your home are working?

Smoke detectors provide an early warning during a fire, giving you and your family valuable time to escape safely. Take a few minutes today to:

✅ Test all smoke alarms by pressing the test button
✅ Replace batteries if needed (unless equipped with sealed 10-year batteries)
✅ Ensure smoke alarms are installed in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on every level of your home
✅ Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years old or older

A working smoke alarm can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by more than half.

Don't wait until it's too late—test your smoke alarms today and make sure your family has a home fire escape plan.

🔥 Sound the alarm. Save a life. 🔥

05/10/2026

Come see us at the First Responders Expo Next Saturday from 11-3!

05/06/2026

04/08/2026

ROUND LAKE PARK, IL – The Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District (GRLFPD) and Round Lake Park Police Department responded to a structure fire at a mobile home on Bengson Court in Round Lake Park at approximately 10:00 a.m. today, April 7, 2026.

Emergency Response
Crews from Round Lake and neighboring departments responded and found smoke coming from the home’s doorway and from beneath the structure. Firefighters began an aggressive interior attack but encountered unsafe conditions as the fire burned through the floor.

During the operation, crews experienced intermittent water supply issues from the hydrants, which were unable to support the fire attack. A Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) Box Alarm was requested, bringing water tenders to the scene. This provided crews with a secondary water source, enabling them to successfully complete firefighting operations.

Resident Impact and Displacement
All residents were able to evacuate the building safely. No injuries to residents or firefighters were reported. Due to significant fire and smoke damage, the residents have been displaced. Local authorities and support organizations, including the American Red Cross, are working to support those displaced residents.

Investigation
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by GRLFPD investigators.

The GRLFPD extends its thanks to the numerous fire departments from throughout Lake and McHenry counties that provided mutual aid at the scene and assisted with additional emergency calls.