Apartment Fire – 32 Chester Street
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a working fire at 32 Chester Street, Saturday, October 13, 2018, at 10:16 a.m. Fire crews quickly contained the fire to a second-story apartment of a mixed-use structure. Firefighters initially responded as part of a regular alarm response to the report of light smoke in a second-floor apartment. […]
Champaign Fire Department Encourages Residents to “Look. Listen. Learn” as Fire Prevention Week 2018 Approaches
Today’s home fires burn faster than ever. In a typical home, you may have as little as one to two minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Knowing how to use that time wisely takes planning and practice. The National Fire Protection Association’s Fire Prevention Week Campaign, “Look. Listen. Learn. Be […]
Building Permits Issued
Champaign Fire Department, Building Safety Division issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 5001 Emmas Way $340,000 Sept. 20, 2018 New Single Family 1765 W Kirby $442,200 Sept. 25, 2018 Commercial Alteration Panera Bread 3002 Apollo Dr 12-15 […]
Champaign Fire Department Hosts Ceremonial Push-In for New Ladder 164
On Saturday, September 22nd, 2018, the Champaign Fire Department will ceremoniously “push-in” new Ladder 164 into service at Station 4, 2315 W. John Street. At 12:00 p.m., the new ladder truck will be wet-down, dried, then “pushed-in”. Fire prevention messages and tours of the station will be given after the ceremony until 2:00 p.m. This […]
Apply Now to be a Champaign Firefighter!
The Champaign Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the 2018 Entry-Level Firefighter Eligibility Testing Process. The Fire Department’s Mission is to protect life, property, and the environment through professional services delivered with compassion and integrity. We are seeking committed individuals to join the team of professional men and women that serve our City’s residents and […]
Residential Fire – 105 Flora Drive
The Champaign Fire Department responded to the report of smoke and flames seen in the home at 105 Flora Drive, Friday, July 27, 2018 at 11:12 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, fire crews found smoke coming from the eaves of the home. A resident discovered smoke beginning to fill the home and called 9-1-1. […]
Residential Fire – 4809 W Windsor Rd Lot A10
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a working fire at 4809 W. Windsor Rd Lot A10, Thursday, July 5, 2018, at 3:46 a.m. Upon arrival on the scene, fire crews saw flames coming from the roof of the mobile home. Suppression efforts began immediately. A neighbor discovered the fire after seeing flames coming from the […]
Residential Fire – 1616 Cruising Lane
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a working fire at 1616 Cruising Lane, Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 10:56 a.m. Upon arrival on the scene, fire crews found smoke coming from the soffits of the home. A resident discovered smoke coming from the utility room, evacuated the home and called 9-1-1. Firefighters arrived on the […]
Residential Fire – 1007 S Locust Street
The Champaign Fire Department responded initially to the report of a dumpster on fire behind the apartment building at 1007 S Locust Street, Monday, May 14, 2018 at 12:03 p.m. Prior to the Fire Department’s arrival on the scene, additional calls to 9-1-1 confirmed the fire was beginning to extend into the building, causing this […]
Residential Fire – 505 S. Lynn Street
The Champaign Fire Department responded to the report of smoke coming from behind a refrigerator at 505 S. Lynn Street, Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 7:41 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, fire crews found smoke and fire within the home and upgraded this to a working fire. A resident discovered smoke coming from behind […]