Bridgeview Fire Fighters Local 4330

Details Regarding Wednesday’s Severe Weather

Bridgeview was officially confirmed to have been directly impacted by an EF-2 tornado, placing our community in the heart of one of the most significant storm events in recent memory.

Over the past four days, our firefighters and paramedics have responded to an extraordinary number of emergency calls while working around the clock to assist residents affected by the severe weather.



Here are some of the remarkable numbers from the last four days:

From the Chief..

On June 11th at approximately 8:16 pm, a major severe weather event struck our village. Within minutes, multiple 9-1-1 calls began to flood our dispatch center. Over the next 6 hrs, the Bridgeview Fire Department responded to 41 documented emergency incidents ranging from wires down and fire alarms to building collapses and medical calls.

Your firefighters were faced with extreme weather, dangerous scenes and the lack of assistance from neighboring fire departments due to the extensive area affected and the high volume of emergencies occurring.

I am extremely proud of my firefighters as they performed tirelessly and professionally in situations where we would normally have 5 to 8 times the amount of personnel operating at these incidents. They safely completed all of their assignments without hesitation or injury.

Their dedication, discipline, and commitment to one another reflect the highest standards of our department and the community we serve. I am honored to work alongside such capable individuals, and I have full confidence that they will continue to meet every challenge with the same level of professionalism and resolve.

Yours Truly,

Keith Grzadziel
Fire Chief
Bridgeview Fire Department

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A local Bridgeview family lost nearly everything when powerful storm winds tore the roof from their home, leaving them displaced and beginning the difficult process of rebuilding their lives.

Today, we’re asking our community to come together and help one of our own neighbors during this difficult time.

Any contribution, no matter the size, can help this family begin rebuilding and recovering from this unexpected loss.

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🚨 Due to the potential for a high volume of emergency calls during severe weather, please use 911 for emergencies only.🚨

The National Weather Service has placed much of the Chicagoland area under an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) to Moderate Risk (Level 4 of 5) for severe weather later today.

⛈️ Timing: Most significant threat expected between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM

⚠️ Potential Hazards:
• Damaging winds of 60-80+ mph
• Large hail exceeding 2 inches in diameter
• Frequent lightning
• Heavy rainfall and localized flooding
• Isolated tornadoes, some potentially strong

🏠 Safety Tips:
• Secure outdoor furniture, umbrellas, and loose objects.
• Charge phones and electronic devices before storms arrive.
• Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings.
• If a warning is issued, move to the lowest level of a sturdy building and stay away from windows.
• Never drive through flooded roadways.

🚒 Bridgeview Fire Department personnel will be monitoring weather conditions throughout the day and are prepared to respond as needed.

Please stay weather aware, monitor local forecasts, and have a plan in place should severe weather develop.

Today we remember the men and women who gave everything for this country. Their sacrifice gave us the freedoms we enjoy every day, and that should never be forgotten.

From all of us at Bridgeview Fire Department, we hope everyone has a safe Memorial Day. Please take a moment today to remember the fallen and the families who continue to carry that loss.

We had a great time at Lyle School hanging out with the kiddos and staff. Thank you to the invite and we hope you guys have a fun and safe summer!