Wauconda Fire District

08/20/2026

The apparel store closes on August 31, so don’t wait - place your order today!

Proceeds help preserve our historic 1931 fire engine, support firefighter training, and benefit local charities. A portion will also be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation to support breast cancer research.

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08/18/2026

Live Line Demo is here this week providing valuable training focusing on electrical safety and recognizing the hazards associated with those types of emergencies. Training topics include downed power lines, vehicle placement, voltage detection, recognition of system components, back-feeds, power outages, recovery and much more. This training helps our members better understand electrical hazards, make informed decisions on emergency scenes, and operate safely while protecting themselves and the community.

08/13/2026

Join us in supporting the Wauconda Fire Rescue Association through an apparel fundraiser! Your support helps the WFRA, a 501(c)(3) charity organization that raises money to maintain our original 1931 fire engine, firefighter training and many other charities.

Even more importantly, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, dedicated to saving lives by meeting the most critical needs in our communities and investing in breakthrough research to prevent and cure breast cancer.

The apparel store closes on August 31, so don’t delay!
https://wfra.stitchworksllc.com

08/13/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our Open House and made the evening so special! We were thrilled to see such a great turnout and so many families come out to learn more about our department, our firefighters, and the ways we serve our community. Your support and involvement means so much to us, and we’re grateful to have such a wonderful community behind us.

We’d love to see your pictures from the evening! Be sure to tag us so we can see and share in the memories.

08/12/2026

Vehicle extrication is about to begin at open house!

08/12/2026

We’re just one hour away from welcoming you to Station 3 in Volo for Open House!

Stop by, take a tour of the station, catch a live demonstration, and enjoy a sweet treat. We will be here from 4-7pm, so come say hello and spend the evening with us!

08/12/2026

🚨 Open House is TODAY from 4-7pm at Station 3! 🚨

Join us for fun activities, live demonstrations, station tours, and delicious treats from Kiki’s Cotton Candy. Check out the schedule below, bring your family and friends, and come spend the evening with us! We can't wait to see you there!

08/11/2026

We had the pleasure to meet with State Senator Darby Hills and Wauconda Police Department after the crash into our station a couple of months ago. We collected data and information from various accidents and incidents over the past several years which was the forwarded to IDOT through Senator Hills. Below is the response and action plan from IDOT and Senator Hills!

We also began demolition on the affected areas today!

Keeping our roads safe means listening to our first responders and taking action.

After a recent crash on Barrington Road near IL-176 in Wauconda, I met with the Wauconda Fire District and Wauconda Police Department to discuss the troubling pattern of crashes at this location.

I contacted IDOT to request a safety study, and I’m pleased to share that several improvements are now moving forward:

• Larger “Turn” and “Advisory Speed 10 MPH” signs
• Three additional chevron signs near the intersection
• Flags on all signs to increase visibility
• A barrier warrant analysis of the roadway

Fortunately, no first responders were injured in the recent crash. I appreciate the Wauconda Fire District and Wauconda Police Department for advocating for these improvements. When we work together, we can make our roads safer for everyone.

08/07/2026

Don’t forget to come visit us this upcoming Wednesday, August 12, as we open the doors to another one of our stations from 4-7pm!

08/04/2026

🚨🚒 We’re Just ONE WEEK Away! 🚒🚨

Join us for our Open House on Wednesday, August 12, from 4:00–7:00 PM at Station 3 in Volo. Enjoy live demonstrations, tour the station, enjoy a delicious treat from Kiki’s Cotton Candy and so much more.

Be sure to share and spread the word - can’t wait to see you there!