MACOMB, IL - On Sunday afternoon, the siren of a firetruck could be heard in the Meadowbrook subdivision. It was not an emergency but the start of the Annual Meadowbrook Children's Parade around the subdivision. Children of all ages rode bikes, scooters, wagons and strollers...
MACOMB, IL - On Saturday, September 27, 2014, Emmet - Chalmers Firefighters read books to children at First Bankers Trust - East Branch as part of the bank's 'Bank on Books Story Time'. New Copperfield's Bookstore provided firefighter themed books to be read. Firefighter also talked...
MACOMB, IL - First Bankers Trust Company will be hosting their 'Bank on Books' Story Time event on Saturday, September 27. New Copperfield's Bookstore provides books to be read at this fun, free event for children to enjoy. Emmet - Chalmers Firefighters will be be there...
MACOMB, IL - There have been a couple of new stories recently about poorly marked addresses in McDonough County. On September 5, 2014, both the McDonough Voice and WGEM News reported on an announcement at a recent county board committee meeting. The announcement stated a...
MACOMB, IL - On the September 3, 2014 broadcast of NBC Nightly News, there was a story about "Why Some Drivers Don't Get Out of the Way For Emergency Vehicles" Check out the story here: http://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/what-slows-down-emergency-responders-when-every-second-counts-n194126 Remember: Move Right for Sirens and Lights...
MACOMB, IL - On Friday, August 15, Emmet - Chalmers Firefighters helped the McDonough County Sheriff's Office Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) with their annual Buddy Program at Walmart. The FOP hosts this back to school event every year to help families get school supplies...
MACOMB, IL - The Emmet - Chalmers Firefighters have launched an updated website. This website is completely new. It features information about the fire district, firefighters and equipment. Some of the new features include a calendar and more photos. The website also has a storefront where...
MACOMB, IL - Emmet - Chalmers Firefighters have a new tool to help detect and locate combustible gas leaks. A Sensit Combustible Gas Leak Detector was donated to the ECFPD by Firecraft Safety Products of Columbus, Ohio. This gas leak detector will help us pinpoint natural gas, propane,...
MACOMB, IL - Sgt. Teddy has reported for duty! Twenty-five recruits have graduated the Training Academy and are now stationed for duty at the Emmet-Chalmers Fire Protection District. When called to duty, Sgt. Teddy will help comfort a child in a time of need. Thank you to Sgt....