Addison Fire Protection District

🌡️ This Week’s Weather: Hot, Humid, and Stormy ⛈️

The forecast for this week calls for high temperatures, increased humidity, and the potential for thunderstorms throughout the area.

As temperatures rise, remember to:
✅ Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water
✅ Limit strenuous outdoor activities during peak heat hours
✅ Check on elderly neighbors, family members, and those without air conditioning
✅ Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles
✅ Monitor weather alerts and have a plan if severe storms develop

Our crews are prepared to respond, but we encourage everyone to take precautions and stay weather-aware throughout the week.

Stay safe, Addison! 🚒🚑

Addison Fire Protection District #1
Protecting our community through prevention, preparedness, and response.

🎸🚒 Rock N Wheels is in full swing! 🚒🎸

Be sure to stop by the Addison Fire Protection District #1 Public Education booth and say hello! Our Fire Prevention Bureau and dedicated Explorer Post members are on hand to answer questions, share fire safety information, and connect with our community.

Whether you're checking out the classic cars, enjoying the entertainment, or spending time with family and friends, make sure to stop by and visit us. We look forward to seeing you!

Battalion Chief Baxa is retiring after service 23 years with the Addison Fire Protection District #1. Battalion Chief Baxa completed over 30 years in the fire service, starting his career in 1996. He served many communities along the way including the Winfield Fire Protection District, Wonder Lake Fire Protection District and Village of Streamwood Public Safety Fire Department before finding his home in Addison where he grew up and went to Highschool. Battalion Chief Baxa is the second member to retire from the District following his Father Retired Captain Baxa who also served a long distinguished career with the District, and now serves on the board of trustees.

Please join us for his final walkoff June 23rd at 0800, Station 71 10 S Addison Rd. Please come out and support Battalion Chief Baxa on the beginning of his next chapter!

🚒 Apparatus Spotlight: Engine 73 🚒

Today we’re highlighting Engine 73, a 2024 Pierce Saber that serves the residents and businesses of Addison every day.

Engine 73 is equipped with Pierce Mfg advanced Tak 4 Independent Front Suspension System, providing enhanced maneuverability and ride quality. The apparatus also features the state-of-the-art CORE operating system, allowing seamless integration and communication between emergency vehicles on incident scenes.

This frontline engine carries a 1,000-gallon water tank and a 1,500 GPM pump, providing firefighters with the resources needed for both fire suppression and rescue operations. The apparatus is equipped with an electronic pump governor and an 1¾-inch trash line located at the engineer’s compartment for quick deployment.

Engine 73 carries a full complement of firefighting equipment, vehicle extrication tools, and advanced life support (ALS) equipment. Staffed daily by firefighter/paramedics, the engine responds to both fire and medical emergencies throughout the community.

The hose complement includes:
• Two 200-foot preconnected 1¾-inch attack lines
• One 250-foot preconnected 2½-inch attack line
• 700 feet of 3-inch hose configured into 2-inch and 1¾-inch skid loads
• 1,000 feet of 4-inch large-diameter supply hose

With its shorter wheelbase, Engine 73 is specifically designed to navigate Addison’s neighborhoods, business districts, and tighter streets while delivering exceptional firefighting and emergency medical capabilities.

Thank you to the members who operate and maintain Engine 73, ensuring it is ready to respond whenever our community calls for help.

Thank you Firehouse.com

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🚑❤️ June 1–7 is National CPR & AED Awareness Week! ❤️🚑

Today, our classroom was filled with dedicated staff members from Addison School District 4 and the Village of Addison Henry Hyde Center as they learned the lifesaving skills of CPR and AED use.

Early CPR and rapid AED deployment can make a critical difference during a cardiac emergency. We are proud to partner with our community organizations to help build a safer, more prepared community.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to participate and learn these important skills. You never know when you may have the opportunity to save a life.

Addison Fire Protection District #1 Community Safety Tip

📱 Set Up Your Medical ID and Emergency Information on Your Cell Phone

In an emergency, every second counts. By setting up the Medical ID and emergency contact information on your cell phone, first responders can quickly access critical information if you are unable to communicate.

Your Medical ID can include:
✅ Emergency contacts
✅ Medical conditions
✅ Allergies
✅ Medications
✅ Blood type and other important health information

Having this information readily available can assist responding firefighters, paramedics, and dispatchers at Addison Consolidated Dispatch Center ACDC in obtaining important emergency contact and medical information when needed.

Take a few minutes today to ensure your Medical ID and emergency information are current and accurate. This simple step could help emergency responders provide faster, more informed care when every second counts.

🚑 Addison Fire Protection District #1
Serving our community through prevention, preparedness, and emergency response.


Fire Protection DistrictAddison #1 Community Safety Tip

Addison Fire Protection District #1 would like to extend a sincere thank you to the team at Sport Clips Haircuts of Addison for their generous donation and continued support of our District.

We would also like to congratulate Anna on her new role as manager! We appreciate the strong partnership we share with our local business community and are grateful for organizations like Sport Clips that help support members of the District who serve Addison each day.

Thank you Sport Clips for your commitment to our community. We look forward to continuing this great partnership for years to come!

This was a great event! Well attended event to kick off summer