Elizabethtown, IL Fire Department

06/13/2026

🎣 Before heading out to your favorite fishing hole, take a few minutes to check the weather forecast. Fish can wait, but your safety can't!

Thunderstorms can develop quickly, and being caught on the water during a storm—especially when lightning is present—can be extremely dangerous. If storms are in the forecast, consider delaying your trip or heading back to shore at the first sign of threatening weather.

⚡ When thunder roars, get off the water and indoors!

06/05/2026

🚒Elizabethtown Fire Department Receives Small Equipment Grant 🚒

The Elizabethtown Fire Department is proud to announce that we have been awarded $25,760 through the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal's Small Equipment Grant Program.
This funding will be used to purchase new turnout gear for our firefighters, helping ensure they have the protective equipment needed to safely respond to emergencies and continue providing the highest level of service to our community.

We are grateful to the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal for their support of fire departments across Illinois. Investments like this directly contribute to the safety of our firefighters and the residents we serve.

Thank you to our community for your continued support of the Elizabethtown Fire Department. Together, we are building a safer community for everyone.

05/24/2026

05/24/2026

🔥 Grill placement matters when it comes to fire safety!

Before firing up the grill this summer, make sure it is placed well away from your home, deck railings, eaves, and overhanging branches.

A few simple safety steps can help prevent accidental fires while keeping the summer cookouts going strong. 🍔🌭☀️

05/21/2026

Big Creek Bridge, which carries County Road 12 over Big Creek, near the Iron Furnace recreation site in Hardin County, is reduced to a single central lane due to deteriorating bridge conditions. Motorists should slow down when approaching and traveling over the bridge.

🚧 For your safety, do not move cones or go around barriers.
🚫There is a 14-foot width restriction.
🛣 Single-lane reduction will remain in place until the bridge is replaced.

Shawnee National Forest engineers are actively working on a replacement timeline and updates will be provided when available.

05/15/2026

Camping and RV road trip season has returned. Before hitting the road in your home away from home make sure to follow these important fire safety steps.

A little preparation can help keep your adventure safe, fun, and fire-free all season long. 🚐🏕️

05/04/2026

It's that time of year!!! We would love for you to take advantage of the Spring Cleanup/Swap Days! One man's trash is another's treasure!