Summit Fire Department

09/28/2023

We will be Hydrant testing starting next week October 2nd.

09/22/2023

09/22/2023

Lt, Zeman of the Summit Police Department is certified on installation of child car seats.

He will hold an event on Saturday, 9/23 from 9am to noon in front of the Police Department to install car seats or check for proper installation. He has a few cars seats available for those in need.

09/10/2023

Argo Community High School Homecoming Parade.

09/08/2023

On Monday, we will be holding a 9-11 ceremony at 9am at our station. All are welcome to attend.

09/08/2023

Please be aware, as of September 6, 2023, the 5400 block of 74th Avenue is one way from 5400 all the way to Archer Avenue. The allowable direction of travel is southbound only, for the entire length of the Avenue. Please adjust your routes

09/01/2023

There will be heavy traffic in and around the Summit area due to the North Coast Music Festival being held at Seat Geek Staduim in Bridgeview this weekend.

08/24/2023

A repost for this heat.

08/23/2023

Please, check in on the elders, pets and stay Hydrated.

08/05/2023

One more final send off to a great man that served this village for 57 years. There are people that don't last 57 days on this job.
Today we had a small gathering of family and department members for Deputy Chief Frank Batura.
He was presented with this gift to have a place to hang his helmet one final time. He worked his way up through the ranks which are all represented. Everything on this was created with and from objects around the firehouse.
Thank you again Frank for your hard work, your, dedication, mentorship and your time that you sacrificed from yourself and away from your family. There are people in this village that are alive right now because your service over the years.
He will always be a member of this department. We expect to see you walking through the doors regularly to visit. Happy retirement sir!

08/02/2023

We would like to thank Chester's Tavern & Pizza for catering the retirement reception at our station on Monday. Once again they out did themselves as always!!

08/02/2023

We would like to thank Talerico-Martin Retail Bakery for there continously support of the Summit Fire Department. The cake was delicious and non stop comments on how good the cake was!

07/31/2023

Today we said happy retirement to 2 leaders of the Summit Fire Department. Chief Wayne Hanson who served 9 years as Chief of the department and Deputy Chief Frank Batura who served 57 years with the department. Both men served an invaluable service to the community. Their knowledge and dedication will truly be missed but they took the time to pass down their knowledge and experience to be sure the next generation of leaders will take care of this village and its residents just as they did. Happy retirement gentlemen. You both have earned it!!

07/31/2023

Hello everyone. The T-shirt order is in so if you ordered shirts please contact the fire department through Facebook Messenger or this email [email protected] to arrange pickup. Shirt orders will be handed out individually as shirts were stolen last time.
Sincerely apologize for the delay. We will be going through a different vendor on the next T-shirt order.

07/14/2023

07/12/2023

CCSO Weather Alert:
Tornado Watch Tornado Watch issued July 12 at 3:53PM CDT until July 12 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

07/12/2023

CCSO Weather Alert:
Flood Warning Flood Warning issued until July 13 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

07/04/2023

Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July!

06/30/2023

A big shout out to Chicago Tire for getting our Squad back up in service.

06/29/2023

Let's leave the fireworks to the professionals.
The Village of Summit & Summit Park District are hosting Fireworks on July 2nd at dusk.

06/26/2023

*** Attention Residents ***
Walking trail has been closed due to emergency tree cutting . Please be cautious. We will announce when trail will be open again thank you. 

06/25/2023

The kids are out for summer vacation, which means sleepovers. Download this Sparky seek and find for a fun way to talk about your home's fire escape plan with visiting guests. http://nfpa.social/Ozol50OSmZ7

06/22/2023

EXPECT HEAVY TRAFFIC FOR SUMMER SMASH MUSIC FESTIVAL AT SEATGEEK STADIUM JUNE 23, 24, 25.

Heavy Traffic is expected for attendees of the Summer Smash Music Festival June 23, 24, and 25. The three day Music Festival at SeatGeek Stadium is expected to create traffic on the following streets:

Harlem Avenue from 63rd Street to 79th Street
71st Street from Sayre Avenue to Roberts Road
Roberts Road from Archer Road to 79th Street

Also, residents living near the Stadium should be aware that access to Harlem Avenue and 71st Street from residential streets may be blocked to prevent event traffic from accessing local streets.

Drivers should expect heavier than normal traffic and longer commute times. If possible, divers should consider alternate routes that avoid this area from 12:-00pm to 1:00am each day.

HEAVY TRAFFIC EXPECTED AROUND SEATGEEK STADIUM JUNE 23-25.

Heavier than usual traffic is expected around SeatGeek Stadium this weekend due to a weekend stadium event.

Persons travelling along Harlem Avenue, 71st Street, and Roberts Road will experience heavier traffic conditions from 12:00pm to 1:00am this weekend

06/18/2023

Happy Father's Day!

06/16/2023

HELLO ALL! Join us on our annual firework show Sunday July 2nd! See you there! ***PARKING IS LIMITED***

05/29/2023

Let's not forget!

05/23/2023

It's the unofficial beginning of summer.

05/19/2023

6 days left to get your summit t-shirt order in. Firehouse pick up and Delivery available. The next order will be in the fall. We also have patches and outside vehicle window stickers available at the firehouse. Click on the link below to order T-shirts.
https://summitfdpublic.itemorder.com/shop/home/

05/17/2023

REMINDER: Tomorrow is our monthly Neighborhood Watch meeting, hosted by the Summit Police Department and Police Chief Mel Ortiz. Hope to see you there!

05/17/2023

Please join the Summit Police Department this Friday morning, May 19th, at Dunkin' Donuts (6144 S Harlem Ave) to help raise money for the Special Olympics.

The fundraising will being early in the morning at 5 a.m. and last until 12 p.m.

Can't make it? Scan the QR code below to participate in this important cause.

If you can't get the QR code to work, here is the link: https://soill.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1109

04/29/2023

Thursday morning a resident asked for our help in rescuing their cat from the roof. We asked for a little assistance from our neighboring Department Central Stickney fire protection to ladder the roof. The cat was rescued successfully and is back with the owner.
Thanks for your help.

04/25/2023

Hello everyone. Shirt orders are back. The site will be open until may 25th. Click on the link below to submit your order.

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

04/23/2023

As you know spring brings the start of construction season. IDOT will be working on making improvements on 1st ave from May to August. It will consist of bridge deck sealing.

04/22/2023

Captain Anderson.... Always making sure the fire house is clean and presentable! Scrub out time!!!

04/09/2023

From our family to yours, Happy Easter.