News Posted in: Fire and Life Safety

IEMA Launches Pet Preparedness Radio Spots

A new radio public awareness campaign set to hit the airwaves in Illinois will bring a humorous approach to the

National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week April 8-14

HELP CELEBRATE NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR WEEK, SAVE LIVES AND THE ENVIRONMENT Each year, the second week of April is

2011 Annual Report for Evanston Fire & Life Safety Services Released

This week the City of Evanston's Fire and Life Safety Services released their 2011 Annual Report. The department maintains a

Evanston Mayor Grateful to Durbin, Feds for FEMA Funding for Fire Dept.

The City of Evanston learned on February 22, 2012 that its Fire and Life Safety Services was named one of five Illinois

Battalion Fire Chief Kunita to Retire after 35 Years of Service

On February 20, 2012, Battalion Fire Chief Donald Kunita will retire from the Evanston Fire and Life Safety Services after 35

Storm Spotter Training Set for Feb. 21

Posted in Storm Spotter Class

The Cook County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) in conjunction with the National Weather Service (NWS) and

2012 Evanston Fire & Life Safety Awards Ceremony Video Now Available

The Evanston Fire and Life Safety Services held their 2012 Departmental Awards Ceremony on December 8th 2011. During this ceremony, the

2012 Evanston Budget Fee Changes Effective Dates

In order to balance the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, the Evanston City Council voted to reduce numerous expenses, reduced several

Fire & Life Safety Services Awards Ceremony Dec. 8

The Evanston Fire and Life Safety Services will be holding its Departmental Awards Ceremony on December 8th 2011. During this ceremony, the

Evanston Honors Veterans at Fountain Square

Posted in Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Day ceremonies were held November 11, 2011 at Evanston's Foutain Square honoring those who have served this country. In

Inaugural Chiefs' Luncheon a Success

Posted in Evanston Police and Fire Foundation, Fire & Life Safety Services, Police

The Inaugural Chiefs’ Luncheon, presented by the Evanston Police and Fire Foundation, was held on Thursday, November 10 at Prairie

First Ever Nationwide Test of Emergency Alert System Set for Nov. 9

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will conduct the first nationwide test of the

Tickets Still Available for Police and Fire Foundation Chiefs' Lunch Nov. 10

Tickets are still available for the Inaugural Chiefs’ Luncheon, presented by the Evanston Police and Fire Foundation that will be

Evanston Police and Fire Foundation Will Host Inaugural Chiefs' Luncheon on Nov. 10

The Inaugural Chiefs’ Luncheon, presented by the Evanston Police and Fire Foundation will be held on Thursday, November 10. “I

Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Week Begins Oct 23

October 23rd through October 29th is Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Week. The Evanston Health Department is encouraging the parents of

Halloween in Evanston

Posted in community, halloween, kids

It’s the season for tricks and treats, candy and costumes, and pumpkins and pumpkin pie. The closer we get to

Evanston Campaign to Raise Awareness for Domestic Violence Month

Posted in health, police

The month of October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness month all over the United States. Events of remembrance and

File of L.I.F.E. for Evanston Residents

Posted in Fire, Police, Safety Checks, seniors

“Designed to speak for you when you can’t!” The City of Evanston’s File of L.I.F.E. program allows a resident to

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program is Recruiting for Fall Session

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area. The

Northwestern University Purchases Ambulance for Evanston

Northwestern University will donate a new ambulance to the City of Evanston, Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl recently announced. “We appreciate very

No Cause for Concern Over Elm Tree Inoculation Devices

The City of Evanston's elm tree inoculation program is under way and some residents have been concerned that the devices could

Evanston Fire and life Safety Services Launches Community Based CPR Training Program

Fire Chief Greg Klaiber announced today another community partnership to maintain the highest level of customer service to the residents

Apply Now for Seasonal Lifeguard Position

The City of Evanston Recreation Division is still accepting applications for lifeguards for the 2011 season. Lifeguards must be certified

Evanston Fire & Life Safety Services Puts New Ladder Truck into Service

Evanston Fire and Life Safety Services proudly placed a new 2011 Aerial Tiller Ladder Truck into service today. The new

Firefighter/Paramedic Info Session April 16

The City of Evanston's Fire and Life Safety Services has begun a recruitment campaign. As part of the department's recruitment

Fireman's Park Neighbors Say Thank You!

This Saturday, March 26 at 3 p.m., members of the neighborhood adjacent to Fireman’s Park will present a framed photo

Fire Captain Block to be Promoted to Division Chief

Fire Captain Geoff Block will be promoted to become a new Division Chief of Evanston's Fire and Life-Safety Services effective

Evanston Fire & Life-Safety Lowers ISO Rating to Class 2 and Presents 2010 Annual Report

Evanston Fire and Life Safety Services has released its annual report at the February 28th meeting of the Evanston City Council.

Evanston Fire & Life Safety Services Begin Recruitment Campaign

The City of Evanston's Fire and Life Safety Services has begun a recruitment campaign this week following the City Council's

City Seeks Members for New Resource Development Committees

The City of Evanston is looking to secure additional revenues from non-traditional sources such as corporate, foundation and government resources.

Fire Department Urges Businesses to Protect Fire Sprinkler Systems in Winter

Freezing temperatures can burst pipes and damage property As cold temperatures approach, Evanston Fire Officials want to remind property owners

Christmas Tree Safety

As you deck the halls this holiday season, be fire smart. A small fire that spreads to a Christmas tree

Holiday Lights Accepted for Recycling

Posted in Holiday tree light recycling

Holiday lights can be dropped off for recycling at the Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd., and Evanston's Main Library, 1703

Winter 2010-2011 "Highlights Newsletter" is Now Available

Posted in Highlights

The Winter 2010-2011 edition of Highlights will reach Evanston mailboxes this week. Some highlights in this edition include: Snow Regulations,

Evanston Police Detective Receives Award for Most Innovative Blood Drive Coordinator for 2010

In November 2009, Evanston Police Detective Joseph Bush was severely injured in an accident on his way to work. Detective Bush’s

Fire Captain Dwight Hohl promoted to Division Chief

Evanston Fire Chief Greg Klaiber announces the promotion of Fire Captain Dwight Hohl to Division Chief of Life-Safety Services effective

Evanston Fire Dept to Hold Open Houses to Mark Fire Prevention Week Oct. 2

Posted in Fire, Fire Safety Week

Fire Department Open Houses To kick-off Fire Safety Month, the Evanston Fire and Life Safety Services will be holding open

9/11 Memorial Ceremony at Fireman's Park

The Evanston Fire and Police Departments  will hold a memorial ceremony to honor the brave men and women who lost their lives

Klaiber Named New Evanston Fire Chief

Posted in Fire

Evanston City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz announced today his appointment of Greg Klaiber as the new Chief of Evanston’s Fire and

Fall "Highlights" Now Available

Posted in Highlights

The Fall 2010 edition of "Highlights" will be delivered to residents in the next few days. You can check it

Comments of Evanston City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz Regarding New Deployment of Evanston Fire Department

COE Fire Dept Press Release

Fireman's Park Re-dedication Jul 22

This Thursday July 22, 2010, the re-dedication of Fireman’s Park will take place. The re-dedication will honor those who have

Heat Emergency Lifted

Heat Emergency Lifted With the heat index cooling to 90F, the Heat Emergency has been lifted by Evonda Thomas, Director