Union Grove - Yorkville Fire Department

03/12/2026

The Union Grove–Yorkville Fire Department proudly hosted Leadership Union Grove today!

Participants learned about the history of the department and received a tour of the station. They then met with firefighters outside for a demonstration showing how crews remove a vehicle door during an emergency response.

UGYFD is proud to showcase the training, teamwork, and dedication that go into serving our community every day. We were honored to spend time with the 2026 Leadership Union Grove class!

02/25/2026

Last night, Ascension All Saints delivered Challenge Coins and certificates to a crew for a recent STEMI Alert.
The crew was commended on their rapid response, critical interventions, and fast notification to All Saints, all contributing to a good patient outcome.
Critical calls like this is what our crews train for, so we can be prepared day or night to tend to our community that we proudly serve.

Pictured below:
FF/P Heather Bilicki
FF/EMT Cristian Villegas
Lt. Randy Stanek
Lt. Brendan Farmer

02/15/2026

We are saddened to hear about the passing of FF/EMT Robert Berens. Today we stand with our brothers and sisters as they mourn the loss of a dedicated firefighter and friend. We would like to send our condolences to his personal family and the South Shore Fire Department as they navigate this difficult time. Please keep FF/EMT Robert Berens, his family, and the South Shore Fire Department in your thoughts during this difficult time.

We are heartbroken to share the unexpected active duty passing of Firefighter/EMT Robert Berens, who faithfully served the South Shore Fire Department for 36 years. His dedication, courage, and commitment to our community will never be forgotten.

Funeral arrangements are pending at this time. Please keep the Berens family, his brothers and sisters in the fire service, and all who knew and loved him in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

01/24/2026

01/23/2026

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01/23/2026

An extreme cold alert will be issued at 12 AM tonight, with wind chill temperatures forecasted to reach lows of -35 to -45 degrees early tomorrow. When going outside is necessary, limit your time outdoors and bundle up!🥶

01/15/2026

PHONE SCAM ALERT - The Union Grove-Yorkville Fire Department is NOT actively engaged in a fundraiser, via telephone, seeking to raise funds for our department.
Please do NOT give them any personal or banking information!
Please contact the Racine County Sheriffs Office.

01/04/2026

The Union Grove - Yorkville Fire Department is proud to recognize our members who graduated from various classes last semester. Your dedication to learning and improving your skills strengthens our department and helps keep our community safe.

FF/EMT Sam Jones completed Fire Officer 1 and Emergency Services Instructor 1!

FF/EMT Cristian Villegas completed Fire 2!

FF/EMT Daniel Szwed completed Fire 1!

FF/EMT Shawn Costanzo completed EMT! (Not pictured by request)

FF/P Heather Bilicki completed paramedic!

Thank you for your hard work, and well done!

01/01/2026

We wish everyone a safe, happy and healthy New Year! 🎉

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from our house to yours!🎄🚒🚑
Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and joy filled holiday!

12/03/2025

Pre-Holiday Train Food Drive!
Way to go UGES!