Last week Prospect Heights and Wheeling firefighters conducted annual Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting training using a mobile fire training prop. Evolutions were conducted at Chicago Executive Airport and presented by ARFF Specialists of Minnesota. Three days of training, one for each of the three shifts, was conducted and more than 60 firefighters from the two departments participated.

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Mark is a PHFD alumni who started his fire service career with us in 2000. He served faithfully until 2005. He was well regarded and had many friends at the PHFD. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. He will be sorely missed.

Rest in Peace, Brother...
From Chief Richard Mikel; Elk Grove Village Fire Department-
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On Friday, September 6 Matthew Coffee, Brendon Brinkley, and Marco Pahos graduated from the NIPSTA Fire Academy in Glenview. All three had completed the nine-week/400-plus hour training program. These new firefighters will participate in a one-week orientation to the Prospect Heights FD this week then start working shifts as a duty crew member. We are excited for them to join our team and contribute ... (Full Story & Photos)

There are more firefighters than ever — and fewer fires for them to fight. So the job has changed.
This 26-minute podcast presents an overview of the modern fire

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PROSPECT HEIGHTS COMMUNITY DAY
and Lions Club Pancake Breakfast

June 1, 2024
9am - 12noon

10-14 E. Camp McDonald Road
(at the Fire and Police Stations)
Fire and Police Stations Tours
Public Works Equipment Display
Children Activities & Clown
Lions Club Breakfast (Adults $5 | Children $3)
Raffle

Learn more about the agencies in your community that serves you!
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On Wednesday, February 21 Susan Wartalski, a Rob Roy resident, stopped by to donate two children’s blankets she had mad. I am grateful for this donation, and we have placed one on each ambulance with the teddy bears. Thank you, Susan!
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On Monday, February 19 the Red Shift's crew freed a child who got his finger stuck the telescope on the playground equipment at the Gary Morava Center. The crew didn't miss a beat. They were able to keep the child calm while they problem-solved this unusual call. Using teamwork, the crew quickly dismantled the telescope from the playground equipment. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Rep Canty and Commissioner Britton are sponsoring a Winter Safety workshop next Tuesday, January 9th at the Prospect Heights Public Library. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On October 17 our firefighters conducted hands-on training for District 214 students who attend the aviation program at Chicago Executive Airport. Two session were conducted with approximately 24 students participating. These students are interested in aviation careers and pilots or mechanics and this training expands their insight into both roles. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Lars Anderson has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District. He fills a vacancy that was created by the death of former board president Jon Tammen this past summer. Lars is a resident of Prospect Heights along with his wife and family. Lars is excited to join the board and we are thankful for his service to the community. ... (Full Story & Photos)