Zion Fire-Rescue Department

05/06/2026

We are 124 today! ZFD was established on May 6, 1902. Drop a comment if you have an idea on how we should celebrate 125 next year!

04/22/2026

Every day should be Administrative Professionals Day, but today we specifically recognize Tasha and all of the others who hold things together administratively in the office! Thanks for your hard work and dedication!!

03/27/2026

Mark your calendars and put your team together for this fun event that benefits a great cause! Scan the QR for details, registration and sponsorship options for the June 5 outing - and we'll see you out at the Crook!

03/22/2026

Please see the attached informational release, as well as two contributed photos from the scene, regarding a residential structural collapse incident that occurred earlier yesterday afternoon – March 21, 2026. For the privacy of the family involved, we are only sharing photos of examples of the valuable work our crews & Mutual Aid partners conducted on the scene. We thank the many crews and agencies that assisted with this scene; it's important to note that partnerships with MABAS and the Lake County Fire Chiefs Specialized Response Teams allow for scenes like this to be mitigated safely and efficiently and virtually no suburban fire department could handle this alone. We wish for a quick repair so the residents can return to their home as soon as possible.

03/10/2026

Please see the attached informational release, as well as two contributed photos from the scene, regarding a multi-family residential structure fire that occurred earlier today – March 10, 2026. We thank the many crews and agencies that assisted with this incident, and wish the occupants of the four-unit townhome a speedy and safe resolution of the hardship caused by this situation.

03/09/2026

IDNR has announced that they will be conducting another prescribed burn today (Monday March 9) at the NORTH end of the state park (near Camp Logan, Northpoint Marina, & Winthrop Harbor). Please be aware that there may be large plumes of smoke in the area again, but it will be under control and no need to call 9-1-1 or City Hall.

02/17/2026

Our friends at the Lake County Forest Preserve will be conducting a prescribed burn at Thunderhawk Golf Course near 29th/33rd & Green Bay Road today, Tuesday February 17. Do not worry if you see large plumes of smoke, no need to call 911 - It is a controlled burn.

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02/06/2026

Good job Zion McD’s and those who support the cause!

02/04/2026

Two big accomplishments to recognize this week - two of our newer hires successfully completing their one-year probationary period. Congrats to FF/P’s Madalyn & Matthew; one year completed of what should be a long, rewarding and safe career with ZFRD!

01/21/2026

There are many resources available from FEMA, USFA and other safety-minded groups, but as our midwestern winter weather continues, please review a few of these safety tips. As always, feel free to send us a message or stop by if you have any questions on safely navigating this challenging time of year! (And please check our previous post about warming center options and using resources like 2-1-1 if you are in need of assistance.)

01/20/2026

We hope everyone is staying warm and safe during this stretch of frigid winter weather! Here are a few warming center options in case you find yourself without heat. And as Mayor McKinney mentions at many City Council meetings, if you are in need of assistance (with this or many other matters), the United Way 2-1-1 phone line may be able to help!