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Orland Fire Protection District Commemorates 9/11 

Posted on September 11, 2018September 11, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District Commemorates 9/11 
Orland Fire Protection District Commemorates 9/11 

Orland Fire Protection District Commemorates 9/11  The Orland Fire Protection District held a memorial Tuesday for the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that took place 17 years ago. Orland Fire Chief Michael Schofield led the commemoration and Pastor Evan Goranson offered the prayer during the ceremony which was held at the Fire…

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Orland Fire to receive International Accreditation Status

Posted on August 23, 2018September 28, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire to receive International Accreditation Status

Orland Fire to receive International Accreditation Status The International Center for Public Safety Excellence (ICPSE) and Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) have awarded the Orland Fire Protection District the highest honor of “International Accreditation Status.” Accreditation affirms that the Orland Fire Protection District’s safety and emergency response duties are performed using industry best practices…

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60 residents, and pets, rescued from major apartment fire in Cicero

Posted on August 19, 2018August 21, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on 60 residents, and pets, rescued from major apartment fire in Cicero
60 residents, and pets, rescued from major apartment fire in Cicero

60 residents, and pets, rescued from major apartment fire in Cicero Cicero Firefighters rescued 60 residents from a 3-story multi-unit apartment building on the block of 1600 S. 50th Court this morning (Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018) as fire and heavy smoke consumed the building. Two of the residents (one male adult and one female adult,…

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Dryer fire in Orland Park home at 144th Block of Mason Lane

Posted on August 11, 2018August 11, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Dryer fire in Orland Park home at 144th Block of Mason Lane
Dryer fire in Orland Park home at 144th Block of Mason Lane

Dryer fire in Orland Park home at 144th Block of Mason Lane The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) responded to a house fire located in the 14400 block of Mason Lane at approximately 11:56 PM on Friday night. OFPD Fire companies arrived on the scene and found heavy smoke coming from the sub-basement of the…

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Suburban backyard pool deck destroyed by fire, photos

Posted on August 4, 2018August 4, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Suburban backyard pool deck destroyed by fire, photos
Suburban backyard pool deck destroyed by fire, photos

Suburban backyard pool deck destroyed by fire At approximately 10:30 PM on Friday August 3, 2018, the Orland Fire Protection District was notified of a house fire in the 100 block of Windmill Road in Orland Park. Upon arrival, Fire companies found a large pool deck and attached pool house fully involved in the rear…

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Walmart Truck Fire Wednesday morning, July 25, 2018

Posted on July 25, 2018July 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Walmart Truck Fire Wednesday morning, July 25, 2018
Walmart Truck Fire Wednesday morning, July 25, 2018

Walmart Truck Fire Wednesday morning, July 25, 2018 On Wednesday, July 25 (2018), the Orland Fire Protection District received a 911 emergency call regarding a fire at the Walmart SuperCenter store at 9265 159th Street in Orland Hills. Upon arrival, Firefighters found a fully involved box-truck parked against the store building on the east side…

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Hard work rewarded in Bridgeview

Posted on July 24, 2018July 24, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Hard work rewarded in Bridgeview

Hard work rewarded in Bridgeview Linden is new fire battalion chief  By Steve Metsch After nearly three decades working for the Bridgeview Fire Department, Ed Linden has a new title. Linden, 52, was promoted from lieutenant to battalion chief at the July 18 meeting of the Bridgeview Village Board. He is one of three battalion…

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Harlem Avenue closed because of large bakery fire at 84th Street

Posted on July 17, 2018July 17, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Harlem Avenue closed because of large bakery fire at 84th Street

Harlem Avenue closed because of large bakery fire at 84th Street 5:10 pm Tuesday July 17, 2018 The Bridgeview Police Department has ordered Harlem Avenue closed in both directions around 84th Street at the scene of a major fire. Police officials urged motorists not to approach the intersection and suggested that they detour along 79th…

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Cardiac victim survives to thank Life Time employees and OFPD

Posted on June 27, 2018June 27, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cardiac victim survives to thank Life Time employees and OFPD
Cardiac victim survives to thank Life Time employees and OFPD

Cardiac victim survives to thank Life Time employees and OFPD An Orland Park man who suffered cardiac arrest while exercising at Life Time Fitness expressed his gratitude on Tuesday (June 26, 2018) to the four employees of the fitness center and members of the Orland Fire Protection District whose actions saved his life. Michael Sanocki…

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Alert neighbor reports fire in neighbor’s garage saving home

Posted on June 16, 2018June 16, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Alert neighbor reports fire in neighbor’s garage saving home
Alert neighbor reports fire in neighbor’s garage saving home

Alert neighbor reports fire in neighbor’s garage saving home An alert neighbor called 911 to report smoke and fire outside a neighbor’s home on Jillian Road in Orland Park on Friday (June 15, 2018) evening. The neighbor called 911 at 6 pm reporting seeing smoke and a small fire outside the neighbor’s house. The Orland…

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Bridgeview a perfect fit

Posted on May 21, 2018May 21, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Bridgeview a perfect fit

Bridgeview a perfect fit New firefighter/paramedic excited to join department By Steve Metsch Kris Aguilar has long wanted to help people. And, he doesn’t mind dashing into burning buildings. Put those two qualities together and he’s ready for his new job. Aguilar, 29, was sworn in as a Bridgeview firefighter/paramedic by Mayor Steve Landek at…

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No injuries reported at Orland Park retail store fire

Posted on April 29, 2018April 30, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on No injuries reported at Orland Park retail store fire

No injuries reported at Orland Park retail store fire A fire was reported at the Old Navy retailer store at 105 Orland Park Place Drive inside the Orland Park Place Mall on Sunday night at around 5:30 pm that caused significant fire and smoke damage to the store. Fire officials said more than 30 people…

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DuPage County to dissolve North Westmont Fire Protection District

Posted on April 22, 2018November 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on DuPage County to dissolve North Westmont Fire Protection District
DuPage County to dissolve North Westmont Fire Protection District

DuPage County to dissolve North Westmont Fire Protection District The DuPage County Board voted unanimously Tuesday to initiate a process to dissolve the North Westmont Fire Protection District. When dissolution is complete, the North Westmont Fire District will be the fifth unit of local government DuPage County dissolved. The action eliminates the district’s annual tax…

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Homecare will be topic of next Orland Fire program

Posted on March 26, 2018March 26, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Homecare will be topic of next Orland Fire program
Homecare will be topic of next Orland Fire program

Orland Fire hosts meeting on importance of “Homecare” for seniors Aishling Dalton of Aishling Companion Homecare will be the special guest at the next “Coffee & Conversation” held by the Orland Fire Protection District. The Fire District hosts the free “Coffee & Conversations” programs each month to educate residents on services related to healthcare, emergency…

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Car fire at Orland Park Mall damages nearby vehicles

Posted on February 22, 2018February 24, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Car fire at Orland Park Mall damages nearby vehicles
Car fire at Orland Park Mall damages nearby vehicles

Car fire at Orland Park Mall damages nearby vehicles A vehicle fire at Orland Square Mall caused damage to three other vehicles Wednesday night, Feb. 21, 2018. Orland Firefighters were called to the Orland Square Mall to the lower-level Sears parking lot at about 8:30 pm following a report of a vehicle on fire. Firefighters…

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No injuries in fire that caused major damage to Red Robin in Orland Park

Posted on February 18, 2018February 23, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on No injuries in fire that caused major damage to Red Robin in Orland Park
No injuries in fire that caused major damage to Red Robin in Orland Park

No injuries in fire that caused major damage to Red Robin in Orland Park The Orland Fire Protection District responded to an automatic fire alarm at the Red Robin Gourmet Burgers restaurant at 15503 South La Grange Road in Orland Park on Saturday at approximately 4:30 pm. Advance information from witnesses reported a blazing roof…

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