2024 Incidents
Fire EMS Total
JAN 77 161 238
FEB 48 146 194
MAR 59 145 204
APR 69 129 198
MAY 54 159 213
JUN 63 180 243
JUL 59 148 207
AUG 66 161 227
SEP 66 158 224
OCT
NOV
DEC
Total 561 1387 1948

Annual Call Stats
Year EMS Fire Total
2012 1238 592 1830
2013 1231 623 1854
2014 1359 697 2056
2015 1317 629 1946
2016 1427 636 2063
2017 1518 623 2141
2018 1715 678 2390
2019 1698 698 2396
2020 1643 554 2197
2021 1770 645 2415
2022 1997 725 2722
2023 2025 693 2718

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WE ARE HIRING FULL TIME FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDICS

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TENTATIVE BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE

            WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the PROSPECT HEIGHTS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT has or will have prepared a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance of said District for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025.  Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held December 9, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District Station, 10 E. Camp McDonald Road, Prospect Heights, Illinois, pursuant to statute.  Final action on said ordinance will be taken by the Board of Trustees of the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District, at a meeting thereof to be held on December 9, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at said location.  The Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for said District for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025 is or will be conveniently available in pamphlet form for inspection at the Fire House during normal business hours.

Joe Vertone, Secretary 

Dated: November 4, 2024


THANK YOU VOTERS FOR APPROVING OUR $10 MILLION BOND REQUEST!

Progress Report:

  • 845 Design Group are our architects for the firehouse remodeling and improvement. Planning and project development underway. 
  • New mobile radios for all vehicles installed.
  • New personal protective gear delivered and in use.
  • New Aerial Ladder Truck now in service answering calls.
  • Two new Ambulances ordered. Delivery expected in mid-2026 (this delay is now typical of all manufactueres)
  • Remaining projects will be undertaken in early 2025.
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Fire Chief Drew Smith, November 19

November 18, 2024

THE PROSPECT HEIGHTS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
IS SEEKING QUALIFIED
CANDIDATES FOR THE POSITION OF

FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC

The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District (PHFPD) announces a competitive examination to establish an Eligibility Register (list) for the position of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic for the Prospect Heights Fire Protection ... (Full Story & Photos)

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PHFD receives grant from IL American Water

Fire Chief Drew Smith, November 12

We are excited that Illinois American Water has awarded the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District $1,000 for improving its response capabilities. Without water, firefighters are ineffective at suppressing fires. We will use the money to upgrade our fire hydrant connection kits on all pumpers.

“We are always looking for grant opportunities. Illinois American Water’s grant fills a critical needs ... (Full Story & Photos)

Prospect Heights firefighters accepting bug check from Illinois American Water representative
Prospect Heights firefighters accepting bug check from Illinois American Water representative

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Prospect Heights firefighters operating a hose stream to combat an aircraft fuel fire
Prospect Heights firefighters operating a hose stream to combat an aircraft fuel fire

PH Firefighters Train for Aircraft Fires

Fire Chief Drew Smith, October 09

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.

In 2020 ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Honoring our Past Member Mark Pytlewicz

Fire Chief Drew Smith, October 03

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-
It is with extremely heavy ... (Full Story & Photos)

Mark Pytlewicz.
Mark Pytlewicz.

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L to R: Firefighter Matthew Coffee, Fire Chief Smith, Firefighter Brendon Brinkley, and Firefighter Marco Pahos
L to R: Firefighter Matthew Coffee, Fire Chief Smith, Firefighter Brendon Brinkley, and Firefighter Marco Pahos

Three New Firefighters for PH

Fire Chief Drew Smith, September 11

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)

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What Are The Economics of Firefighters?

PHFD staff, August 13

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

https://pca.st/xubdpmmq
... (Full Story & Photos)

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PHFD staff, April 11

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!
... (Full Story & Photos)

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Kiddie Blankets Donated

Fire Chief Drew Smith, February 29

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!
... (Full Story & Photos)

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Lions Park Playground Set
Lions Park Playground Set

Prospect Heights Firefighterss Free Stuck Child

PHFD staff, February 22

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)

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Winter Safety workshop next Tuesday, January 9th at the Prospect Heights Public Library

Fire Chief Drew Smith, January 03

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

Winter Safety workshop next Tuesday, January 9th at the Prospect Heights Public Library
Winter Safety workshop next Tuesday, January 9th at the Prospect Heights Public Library

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