Category: Fire Department Press Releases

Dryer Fire – 1900 S. First St.

The Champaign and Urbana Fire Departments responded to a fire in a commercial dryer at a hotel and conference center at 1900 S. First St., Sunday, September 1, 2024, at 6:04 p.m. Once on the scene, firefighters reported a fire in a commercial dryer. Crews deployed a single hose line and were able to quickly […]


Apartment Fire – 600 Block of Crescent Dr.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment building in the 600 block of Crescent Dr., Tuesday, July 2 at 3:00 a.m. Fire crews worked to extinguish the fire inside this three-story multi-family residence. Firefighters responded to the report from an occupant of a fire at this multi-family residence. Once on the […]


Apartment Fire – 500 Block of E. Columbia Ave.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment building in the 500 block of E. Columbia Ave., Monday, July 1 at 11:36 p.m. Fire crews worked to extinguish the fire inside this eight unit apartment building. Firefighters responded to the report from a passerby of a fire at this multi-family residence. Once […]


Residential Fire – 800 Block of South Mattis Ave.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a working fire in the 800 block of South Mattis Ave., Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 3:42 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, fire crews found smoke and flames coming the roof of a three-story multifamily apartment building. Crews quickly deployed multiple hose lines inside and outside of the […]


Residential Fire – 1100 Block of North Champaign St.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a working fire in the 1100 block of North Champaign St., Sunday, June 23, 2024, at 6:03 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, fire crews found smoke and flames coming from a detached garage, car, and rubbish that was behind a residence. Crews quickly deployed multiple hose lines and […]


Champaign Fire and Police Encourage Fireworks Safety this Summer Season

As Independence Day approaches and our community prepares to celebrate July 4th, the City of Champaign reminds residents and visitors that fireworks can be dangerous and to celebrate safely by leaving the fireworks to the experts. More than 19,500 reported fires are started annually by fireworks. Children ages 10–14 had the highest rate of fireworks […]


Residential Fire – 4800 Block W. Windsor Rd.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire inside a home in the 4800 block of W. Windsor Rd., Monday, April 15, at 2:37 a.m. Fire crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire. Firefighters responded to a neighbor’s report of fire coming from the residence. Once on the scene, firefighters reported heavy smoke and […]


Residential Fire – 1300 Block of Joanne Ln.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a single-family home in the 1300 block of Joanne Ln., Thursday, April 11, at 3:02 p.m. Fire crews were able to quickly get the fire under control. Firefighters responded to a report from a neighbor of a fire in this single-story home. Once on the scene, […]


Residential Fire – 1300 Block of North Walnut St.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a single-family home in the 1300 block of north Walnut St., Saturday, March 2, at 6:28 a.m. Fire crews were able to quickly get the fire under control. Firefighters responded to a report from an occupant of a fire in this single-story home. Once on the […]