At approximately 12:00 PM today, Chief 82, Tower Ladder 82, and Squad 88 responded to the Lakeview Apartments for a reported animal rescue. Crews arrived to find a cat stranded on the roof of the building.
Firefighters from Tower Ladder 82 accessed the roof and safely retrieved the cat, returning it to its owners without incident. We’re grateful for the positive outcome and the coordinated efforts of all personnel on scene.
Tonight, the duty crew completed a training session on saw operations, including maintenance, cleaning, blade replacement, and practical cutting skills.
The Chews Landing Fire Department thanks Dave Carbone and the team at Advanced Restoration Group for their generous donation of water. With warmer weather on the way, their support helps keep our firefighters hydrated and ready to respond.
At 9:00 PM on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Taskforce 82 was dispatched to Cameron Circle for a reported dwelling fire. While Chief 82 was responding, the Alarm Room advised that they were receiving multiple calls and that the fire was spreading to the adjacent residence. Based on this information, the Working Fire Box was transmitted.
Chief 82 arrived to find heavy fire showing from the rear of a single‑family dwelling with extension to the neighboring home. Chief 82 immediately requested All Hands. Shortly thereafter, a Second Alarm was struck due to significant fire conditions, extension into a second dwelling, and strong winds contributing to rapid fire spread.
The fire was placed under control in approximately 40 minutes, and no injuries were reported. Chief 82, Tower Ladder 82, and Squad 88 operated on scene for roughly three hours.
We extend our appreciation to all of our mutual aid partners for their assistance and support.
Today, we honor the dedication, courage, and unwavering commitment of all firefighters, career, volunteer, and wildland, who answer the call without hesitation.
To our own members and to every mutual aid department that stands beside us on the toughest days: thank you. Your teamwork, sacrifice, and professionalism keep our communities safe, day and night.
We are proud to serve alongside you. Stay safe, stay vigilant, and take a moment today to recognize the incredible work you do for others.
Happy International Firefighters’ Day to our entire fire service family.
Congratulations to Triton Regional High School's stationary indoor percussion for winning first place at the Atlantic Coast Championships in Wildwood, NJ, this weekend. The theme was The Great Chicago Fire of 1871.