West Chicago Fire Protection District

09/01/2026

🏅 Recognizing Excellence in Service 🏅

The West Chicago Fire Protection District is proud to recognize several of our members for their outstanding actions during a structure fire in Warrenville on April 4, 2026.

Award of Merit – Life Safety
Lt. Dave Link, FF Jimmy Aguayo, and FF Patrick Fogarty were recognized for their actions that directly contributed to the life safety and rescue of a civilian during the fire.

Life-Saving Clinical Interventions
FF/Paramedic Patrick Fogarty, Paramedic Justin Williams, and Paramedic Eric Quasney were recognized for the critical clinical interventions they provided following the rescue, helping stabilize the patient during treatment and transport and contributing to the patient’s survival and recovery.

We are incredibly proud of these members and their professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to protecting the lives of those we serve.

Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🚒

08/31/2026

Melissa Medeiros Memorial Ribbon Cutting

Community members are encouraged to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 19, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. Melissa Medeiros was a valued member of the West Chicago Fire Protection District, serving as a Trustee from 2022 to 2024 on the District's Board of Trustees.

https://www.wegofpd.org/news/169/Melissa-Medeiros-Memorial-Ribbon-Cutting

08/31/2026

The West Chicago Fire Protection District is proud to congratulate Firefighter/Paramedic Scott Maplethorpe on successfully completing his probationary period and being officially sworn in!

Completing probation is an important milestone in a firefighter’s career and represents many months of hard work, training, dedication, and commitment to serving our community.

We are proud to have him as part of the West Chicago Fire Protection District and look forward to watching him continue to grow in his career.

08/31/2026

Residential Fire in the 1240 Block of Kings Cross

At approximately 4:25 a.m. on August 30, 2026, the West Chicago Fire Protection District responded to the 1240 block of Kings Cross for a reported fire involving a bathroom exhaust fan in a third-floor apartment.
Upon arrival, firefighters found the fire had been largely extinguished by the tenant. Crews opened the ceiling and checked the surrounding area for extension, locating a small amount of remaining fire and embers involving the fan and adjacent ceiling area.
The fire was contained to the bathroom, exhaust fan, and the ceiling rafter to which the fan was attached. No other apartment units were affected.
An investigation was completed, and the fire was determined to be non-suspicious.
The tenant was able to continue occupying the apartment following the incident. No civilians or firefighters were injured.
The West Chicago Fire Protection District would like to thank the surrounding fire departments and other agencies for their assistance with the incident.

At approximately 4:25 a.m. on August 30, 2026, the West Chicago Fire Protection District responded to the 1240 block of Kings Cross for a reported fire involving a bathroom exhaust fan in a third-floor apartment. Upon arrival, firefighters found the fire had been largely extinguished by the tenant.....

08/21/2026

Residential Structure Fire on Hawthorne Lane

On August 20, 2026, at approximately 8:49 p.m., the West Chicago Fire Protection District responded to the 31W100 block of Hawthorne Lane for a reported residential structure fire.
The homeowner reported smoke and sparks coming from an electrical outlet and safely evacuated the residence before the fire companies arrived. Upon arrival, firefighters found smoke coming from the home and confirmed a fire in an upstairs bedroom.
All occupants were accounted for and safely outside. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and contained it to the room of origin.
Utilities to the residence were secured, and the home was subsequently deemed uninhabitable by the DuPage County Building Department.
Following an investigation, the cause of the fire remains undetermined, but is not suspicious in nature
No civilians or firefighters were injured during the incident.
The West Chicago Fire Protection District would like to thank the numerous surrounding fire departments and agencies that assisted our crews during the incident.

On August 20, 2026, at approximately 8:49 p.m., the West Chicago Fire Protection District responded to the 31W100 block of Hawthorne Lane for a reported residential structure fire. The homeowner reported smoke and sparks coming from an electrical outlet and safely evacuated the residence before the....

08/20/2026

Necesitamos tu ayuda - Aún se necesitan miembros del equipo - Fecha límite para la solicitud 7 de septiembre de 2026.

El Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de West Chicago sigue buscando miembros de la comunidad para que participen como voluntarios en su proceso de planificación.
Voluntarios se unirán al Equipo Facilitador, que aportará su opinión sobre la pregunta:
"¿Qué nivel de servicios de emergencia debería esperar West Chicago ahorita y en los próximos 20 años?"

El Equipo Facilitador se reunirá varias veces para sesiones de una a dos horas por las tardes desde ahora asta diciembre. En diciembre del 2026, se presentará un informe detallando las recomendaciones del equipo a la Junta de Síndicos del Distrito.

Para más detalles sobre cómo unirse al Equipo Facilitador y ayudar a compartir esta oportunidad, consulte el folleto. Puede presentar su solicitud hasta el 7 de SEPTIEMBRE del 2026.

Haz clic aquí para la solicitud del equipo
https://forms.gle/fTce5pY6wTPTxDyw6

El Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de West Chicago sigue buscando miembros de la comunidad para que participen como voluntarios en su proceso de planificación. Voluntarios se unirán al Equipo Facilitador, que aportará su opinión sobre la pregunta:

08/20/2026

We Need Your Help - Facilitating Team Members Still Needed - Deadline for Application 9/7/26

The West Chicago Fire Protection District is still seeking community members to volunteer in its planning process. Volunteers will join the Facilitating Team, which will provide input on the question, "What level of emergency services should West Chicago expect now and over the next 20 years?"

The Facilitating Team will meet several times for sessions lasting one to two hours during evenings between now and December. In December 2026, a report detailing the team's recommendations will be presented to the District Board of Trustees.

For further details about joining the Facilitating Team and helping to share this opportunity, please refer to the flyer. The deadline for application is SEPTEMBER 7, 2026.

Click Here for Team Application
https://forms.gle/fTce5pY6wTPTxDyw6

The West Chicago Fire Protection District is still seeking community members to volunteer in its planning process. Volunteers will join the Facilitating Team, which will provide input on the question,

08/12/2026

¡Ayuda a moldear nuestro futuro - Se necesitan voluntarios para el equipo de planificación comunitaria!

El Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de West Chicago extiende una cordial invitacion a los miembros de la comunidad para participar como voluntarios en su proceso de planificacion.

Los voluntarios formaran parte del Equipo Facilitador, que aportara sus opiniones y perspectivas en torno a la siguiente pregunta:¿Cual es el nivel de servicios de emergencia que deberia recibir la comunidad de West Chicago, tanto actualmente como en los próximos 20 años?

El Equipo Facilitador se reunirá varias veces en sesiones de una a dos horas por las tardes, desde ahora hasta diciembre.
En diciembre del 2026, se presentara a la Junta de Síndicos del Distrito un informe detallando las recomendaciones del equipo.

Para obtener más información sobre cómo unirse al Equipo Facilitador y ayudar a compartir esta oportunidad con la comunidad, consulte el folleto.

https://www.wegofpd.org/news/163/Ayuda-a-moldear-nuestro-futuro---Se-necesitan-voluntarios-para-el-equipo-de-planificacin-comunitaria City of West Chicago GovernmentWest Chicago Police DepartmentWest Chicago Professional Fire Fighters Association - IAFF Local 3970Winfield TownshipState Senator Karina VillaWeGo Together for KidsWest Chicago Park DistrictWest Chicago Public Library DistrictWestern DuPage Chamber of CommerceWest Chicago Community High SchoolWest Chicago Elementary School District 33Benjamin District 25

08/12/2026

Help Shape Our Future - Community Planning Team Volunteers Needed!

The West Chicago Fire Protection District is inviting community members to volunteer in its planning process. Volunteers will join the Facilitating Team, which will provide input on the question, "What level of emergency services should West Chicago expect now and over the next 20 years?"

The Facilitating Team will meet several times for sessions lasting one to two hours during evenings between now and December. In December 2026, a report detailing the team's recommendations will be presented to the District Board of Trustees.

For further details about joining the Facilitating Team and helping to share this opportunity, please refer to the flyer. City of West Chicago Government West Chicago Public Library District West Chicago Police Department West Chicago Elementary School District 33 West Chicago Community High School West Chicago Park District West Chicago Professional Fire Fighters Association - IAFF Local 3970 Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce WeGo Together for Kids State Senator Karina Villa Winfield Township

Click Here for Team Application
https://forms.gle/fTce5pY6wTPTxDyw6

https://www.wegofpd.org/news/162/Help-Shape-Our-Future---Community-Planning-Team-Volunteers-Needed

08/10/2026

Residential Structure Fire - 2000 block of Cherokee Drive

At approximately 1:29 a.m. on 8/9/26, the West Chicago Fire Protection District responded to the 2000 block of Cherokee Drive for a reported residential structure fire.
Before the fire companies arrived, all occupants were reported to be safely outside. First-arriving crews found a fire in a bedroom and quickly advanced a hose line into the residence. A nearby fire hydrant allowed crews to establish a water supply.
The main body of the fire was extinguished; however, it had extended into the attic, requiring additional ventilation and overhaul operations.
Seven occupants and a cat were inside the home at the time of the fire and safely evacuated. No civilians or firefighters were injured, and no neighboring residences were damaged.
Following an investigation, the cause of the fire remains undetermined.
The West Chicago Fire Protection District would like to thank the numerous surrounding fire departments that assisted our crews with the incident and helped bring the fire under control.

At approximately 1:29 a.m. on 8/9/26, the West Chicago Fire Protection District responded to the 2000 block of Cherokee Drive for a reported residential structure fire. Before the fire companies arrived, all occupants were reported to be safely outside. First-arriving crews found a fire in a bedroom...