Lake Forest Fire Department

The Lake Forest Fire Department would like to recognize our July anniversaries. FF James Gluth celebrates eight years on July 11th and Lt. Travis Pedersen reaches 11 years on July 22nd.
Thank you both for your service to the City of Lake Forest.

Congratulations to Lake Forest Firefighter Mike Major who graduated from Elgin Community College's Paramedic program last night. As if that wasn't enough, Mike also received this years "Unsung Hero Award" as the most selfless student in the class. Although we were not expecting the announcement, no one was surprised. Keep up the hard work, Mike!

Thanks to FF Dovel for representing LFFD at the Libertyville Days Festival Rib Cook Off! Although we didn’t win the rib contest this year, our very own Summer Yarc won Little Miss Libertyville 👑 💖 Congratulations, Summer! 👸

We had a wonderful weekend representing the Lake Forest Fire Department at the 25th Annual First Responders Expo at Gurnee Mills. On Friday, Engine 4211 was part of the es**rt on I-94 that welcomed the 9/11 mobile exhibit. The Expo kicked off on Saturday morning with the National Anthem, a beautiful rendition performed by our own Firefighter Sam Hiller. The day was gorgeous and the turnout from agencies and attendees was incredible. We can't wait until next year!

Congratulations to our Citizens Fire Academy Class of 2024! They absolutely rocked it these past seven weeks 🤘🏽🔥 Curious what you will do in the academy? Check it for yourself…
https://youtu.be/REOjrR1jhWM?si=o1N4JdDIsxzzuZRx

"Nurses Make the Difference"! May 6-12 is National Nurses Week. Please take a moment to show your appreciation and thank a nurse for their services and care. To all of our nurses, THANK YOU for waking up every day and taking on an often thankless job; for promoting, advocating for, and protecting the rights, health, and safety of every patient.

Please help us congratulate POP Robbie Gleeson for not only graduating from the McHenry County College Fire Academy, but as Valedictorian! We are so proud of you, Robbie! 👏🎓👨‍🚒

The Lake Forest Fire Department would like to recognize our May anniversaries. Chief Pete Siebert celebrates 28 years today, May 1st and FF Zach Amrein marks six years on May 21st. Thank you both for your service to the City of Lake Forest.

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is held annually during the second week of April to recognize and honor public safety telecommunicators for their commitment, service, and sacrifice.

Thank you to all telecommunicators who answer the call, especially to our dispatchers at the The Glenview Public Safety Dispatch Center! We appreciate you! 🚨☎️

🍔 Buns and Hoses Burger Battle: Round 2 🚒🚓

Join us for a sizzling burger competition where Lake Forest's finest, the Police Department (LFPD) and Fire Department (LFFD), go head-to-head to create the ultimate smash-burgers. Your orders are your votes, and the team with the most burger sales wins the coveted burger crown!

📅 Date: Saturday, April 13, 2024
📍 Location: The Peanut Gallery, 588 N. Western Ave., Lake Forest, IL
⏰ Time: Noon - 2 p.m.

🎉 Features:
• Two unique smash-burgers designed by LFPD & LFFD
• Cast your vote by choosing your burger
• All profits go to the SEDOL Foundation's Autism programs

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and what better way to contribute than enjoying delicious burgers, supporting local heroes, and raising funds for a noble cause? Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of tasty food, community spirit, and a chance to make a difference.

Spread the word using and let's make this event a grand success. Your appetite for burgers can help support vital Autism programs. See you at The Peanut Gallery for a day of fun, flavor, and philanthropy!
🔥 Let's raise the grill, awareness, and support together! 🔥

Please help us welcome our newest member, Paid on Premise FF/EMT Jake Kazimour, to the City of Lake Forest! 🚑🚒

The Lake Forest Fire Department would like to recognize our April anniversaries. FF's Trevor Chandler and Tyler Gates celebrate two years on April 11th. Thank you both for your service to the City of Lake Forest.

The Lake Forest Fire Department was lucky enough to be chosen by Fox Chicago for a cooking segment earlier today. Our own award winning chef, Nick Dovel, was our featured star. He, along with Natalie Bomke, prepared chicken parm smashburgers. If you'd like the recipe, tune in to Fox Chicago next Thursday, April 11th in the 8:00a hour.

Please help us welcome our newest members, FF/EMT Mike Major and FF/EMT Gabe Kurzynski, to the City of Lake Forest! 🚑🚒🚨

Please help us welcome our newest member, Paid on Premise EMT Matt Shipko, to the City of Lake Forest! 🚑

Don't forget to stop by Duffer's Pub tomorrow 5pm-8pm and mention "Project Fire Buddies" when ordering food or drinks to support a great cause!

Join us March 22 at Duffer's Pub from 5pm-8pm! Mention “fire buddies” when ordering food and drinks and 20% of all proceeds will be donated to Project Fire Buddies! 🚒

T-shirts will be available for sale onsite. $20 per shirt. We hope to see you there!

The Lake Forest Fire Department would like to recognize our March anniversary.
DC Andy Rick celebrated 16 years on March 3rd.
Thank you, DC, for your service to the City of Lake Forest.

Join us March 22 at Duffer's Pub from 5pm-8pm! Mention “fire buddies” when ordering food and drinks and 20% of all proceeds will be donated to Project Fire Buddies! 🚒

T-shirts will be available for sale onsite. $20 per shirt. We hope to see you there!

Please join us Monday, March 4 at 08:30AM for the walkout ceremony for Battalion Chief Matt Penar after 26+ years of dedicated service. Following the walkout ceremony will be the promotion ceremony for Erik Kositzki (Battalion Chief), Travis Pedersen (Lieutenant), and Matt Kluchka (Lieutenant).

Please help us welcome our newest member, Paid on Premise EMT Nova Sinskul, to the City of Lake Forest! 🚑👩‍🚒

Please join us February 22 at 3:30 pm, Lake Forest Fire Station 1, for the walkout ceremony of Battalion Chief Cory Kazimour who is retiring after 19+ years of dedicated service to the City of Lake Forest.

Thank you Rotary Club of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff for inviting Battalion Chief Chris Roberts to discuss the Lake Forest Fire Department's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system and how we respond to answer a wide variety of medical emergencies throughout our community. It was an honor and a pleasure!

The Lake Forest Fire Department would like to recognize our February anniversaries.
FF Sam Hiller celebrates four years on February 10th and Lt. Nick Savel reaches 17 years on February 19th.
Thank you both for your service to the City of Lake Forest.

Please help us welcome our newest member, FF/EMT Michael Rivera, to the City of Lake Forest! 🚑👨‍🚒