Welcome to the Evanston Fire Department! The Evanston Fire Department exists 24 hours every day to protect life, property, and the environment. Our members have professionally served the City of Evanston with honor, bravery, and unwavering dedication since 1875.

Our core values

• Service
• Professionalism
• Tradition

If you have any questions, please contact us through Evanston 311 (847-448-4311), who can field your inquiry directly or redirect you to the appropriate Fire Department member.  

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Upcoming Events

Kids First Aid Event, March 1

 

Calling All Young Heroes! Is your child ready to level up their confidence and emergency readiness? The Evanston Fire Department is hosting a Kids First Aid Event on Sunday, March 1st! Sessions at 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m.

Your child will:

Build their own first-aid kit.

Learn essential first-aid skills.

Master hands-only CPR basics.

CERT 2026 Spring Session from March 5 - April 30 (no class April 2)

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a group of Evanston volunteers who assist the Office of Emergency Management in times of need. In the event of serious man-made or natural disaster, the Office of Emergency Management may call upon CERT Volunteers to help respond. The spring session for CERT training will take place Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. The session is FREE and eligible for ages 17 and up. The training of approximately 20 hours will cover classroom instruction and hands-on lessons. Registration is now open for Spring 2026.
More information can be found on the CERT webpage.