All this month the PHFD firefighters are performing annual hose testing. Every piece of fire hose, some nearly nearly four miles worth of hose, is taken off the fire trucks, filled with water, and pressure tested to insure it does not leak or have bad couplings.

As part of this process we are training ten newer members to be able to operate the fire pumps on our trucks. There is no point in being ... (Full Story & Photos)

Prospect Heights responded with Wheeling firefighters to a reported garage fire in Wheeling shortly after 2PM. On arrival the first engine reported the garage engulfed in flames. The garage was separated from the home and had not spread to it. Two hose lines were used to extinguish the fire. Several propane tanks were removed from the fire area. One was leaking propane which firefighters controlled. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Since the first of the year Prospect Heights’ firefighter/paramedics have assisted several neighboring fire departments at large fires, three of which resulted in the combined loss of nine lives.

January 5 assisted Buffalo Grove at house fire
January 22 assisted Arlington Heights at house fire
January 27 assisted Des Plaines at house fire that claimed five lives
January 31 assisted the Palatine ... (Full Story)

On February 7 Prospect Heights firefighter/paramedics responded to the intersection of Rand and Olive for a car that struck a snow bank and rolled over. One patient was treated. Fortunately not other persons or cars were involved.

At this time of the year snow has frozen solid and hitting it with a car is like driving into a concrete wall. You will lose and the snow will win. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Illinois American Water Urges Customers to Prepare for Extreme Cold

Woodridge, Ill. (Feb. 3, 2021) – With extremely cold temperatures expected in the coming days, Illinois American Water is reminding homeowners to take steps to prevent frozen pipes. These tips can also help protect the local water team as they perform critical work for reliable, safe water service.

Customers should:
• Allow a small ... (Full Story & Photos)

Firefighter/Paramedic Nicholas Fuderer Named PHFD 2020 Firefighter of the Year

The Prospect Heights Fire Protection District is pleased to announce that Nicholas Fuderer has been named its 2020 Firefighter of the Year. Fire Chief Drew Smith presented Firefighter Fuderer with the award.

This year seven members nominated three of their peers for the honor with Firefighter/Paramedic Fuderer receiving ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last month fire district board president John Tammen appointed John Goode to serve as a member of the Board of Fire Commissioners. As a fire commissioner, Mr. Goode will oversee the hiring, promotion, and discipline of full time employees of the PHFPD. Mr. Goode brings with him a wealth of experience as a planning consultant as well experiences in professional development. Mr. Goode will serve a three-year ... (Full Story & Photos)

Final details will be posted early this coming week. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday evening of September 21 the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District conducted a socially distanced Installation and Promotion Ceremonies

In additional to several of the incumbent firefighters and officers being present, Board of Trustees Secretary Joe Vertone, Deputy Chief Jones, Battalion Chief Olsen, and Battalion Chief Cossman were also present.

Fire Chief Drew Smith administered ... (Full Story & Photos)

When called to a patient in cardiac arrest Prospect Heights paramedics use a Pit Crew approach. Each paramedic has a specific role. One administers oxygen and artificial respiration. One performs chest compressions. Others apply the heart monitor defibrillator or administer medications. One acts as the leader ensuring the others stay on task. The approach has resulted in a ROSC (Return of Spontaneous ... (Full Story & Photos)