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Severe Weather Spotting Class April 17th 7:00 p.m. New Rescue Tools

The Deer Creek Fire Department will be hosting a severe weather spotting class on Thursday, April 17th at 7:00 p.m. at the Deer Creek fire station. This class is free and open to the public. For additional information, please contact us.

Chilli Supper Fundraiser - March 29th 4:00-7:30 p.m. New Rescue Tools

The Deer Creek Fire Department will host its annual Chili Supper fundraiser on Saturday, March 29th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Deer Creek fire station. Cost for adults is $7.00 at the door or $6.50 in advance. Children are $2.50. Come and support your local volunteer fire department, and get some great food at the same time! Recently purchased equipment and tools will be on display. For more information, or to purchase advance tickets, please contact us.

Request for Bid Proposals for 3000 Gallon Tender - 11/23/07

The Deer Creek Fire Protection District is accepting bid proposals for a new 3000 gallon water tender apparatus. All proposals should be received by December 7, 2007. The full RFP, which includes requirements and basic specifications, can be downloaded here.

Deer Creek Fire Department Awarded $171,000 FIRE Act Grant for New Tanker - 11/23/07

The Deer Creek Fire Department has been awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $171,000. The money will be used to purchase a new water tanker fire truck to replace the department's 1978 tanker. The truck to be replaced is a 1978 converted farm truck that was never designed to be a firefighting vehcile. The AFG award will allow the department to purchase a new tanker that is reliable, holds more water than the old truck, and meets the latest NFPA vehicle standards.

See the list of awardees


	Home About Us Apparatus History Get Involved Call Log Ordinances Sign Rental Community Archives Calendar Contact Us	Website Article Archives Severe Weather Spotting Class April 17th 7:00 p.m. The Deer Creek Fire Department will be hosting a severe weather spotting class on Thursday, April 17th at 7:00 p.m. at the Deer Creek fire station. This class is free and open to the public. For additional information, please contact us. Chilli Supper Fundraiser - March 29th 4:00-7:30 p.m. The Deer Creek Fire Department will host its annual Chili Supper fundraiser on Saturday, March 29th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Deer Creek fire station. Cost for adults is $7.00 at the door or $6.50 in advance. Children are $2.50. Come and support your local volunteer fire department, and get some great food at the same time! Recently purchased equipment and tools will be on display. For more information, or to purchase advance tickets, please contact us. Request for Bid Proposals for 3000 Gallon Tender - 11/23/07 The Deer Creek Fire Protection District is accepting bid proposals for a new 3000 gallon water tender apparatus. All proposals should be received by December 7, 2007. The full RFP, which includes requirements and basic specifications, can be downloaded here. Deer Creek Fire Department Awarded $171,000 FIRE Act Grant for New Tanker - 11/23/07 The Deer Creek Fire Department has been awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $171,000. The money will be used to purchase a new water tanker fire truck to replace the department's 1978 tanker. The truck to be replaced is a 1978 converted farm truck that was never designed to be a firefighting vehcile. The AFG award will allow the department to purchase a new tanker that is reliable, holds more water than the old truck, and meets the latest NFPA vehicle standards. See the list of awardees Deer Creek Fire Department Awarded $40,613 FIRE Act Grant for Turnout Gear - 7/27/07 The Deer Creek Fire Department has been awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $40,613. The money will be used to purchase new protective turnout gear for firefighters. Many department members are currently using turnout gear that is over ten years old, and in some cases, over twenty years old. The AFG award will allow the department to purchase new gear that is lighter, safer, and more comfortable than the old gear that is currently being used. The new gear will also meet the latest NFPA standards that the old gear does not meet. See the list of awardees Award Announcement on Firehouse.com Recent Extrication Training and Tool Evaluation at DCFD The members of the Deer Creek Fire Department recently evaluated several different brands of hydraulic rescue tools. These types of tools are used to extricate patients that have been trapped in motor vehicle accidents. Manufacturers' representatives first demonstrated the equipment and then allowed department members to participate in hands on training and evaluation. Click here to see more pictures of the evaluation and training. Dry Hydrant Training at DCFD The members of the Deer Creek Fire Department recently trained on drafting from dry hydrants. Dry hydrants are pipes that are placed in ponds and other bodies of water to allow easy access to a water supply for rural fires. These are different from hydrants placed in towns because they are not pressurized. Instead, a fire truck is used to suck water from the pond. Click here to see more pictures of the training. If you live in our district and have a pond or stream that you are interested in placing a dry hydrant in please contact us. Deer Creek Fire Department Awarded $18,700 Small Equipment Grant from Illinois Fire Marshall's Office - 6/31/07 The Deer Creek Fire Department has been awarded a grant in the amount of $18,700 through the Illinois Fire Marshall's Small Equipment Grant Program. The funds will be used to purchase a set of hydraulic extrication tools, which are more commonly known as "Jaws of Life". The department does not currently have any hydraulic rescue tools, which can make it difficult to extract patients from vehicles that have been involved in traffic accidents. The new tools will greatly increase the department's response capabilities and will result in better patient care. The department will be evaluating tools from several different manufacturers throughout the coming weeks before making a purchase. Recent Live Fire Training at DCFD The Deer Creek Fire Department recently conducted vehicle extrication and live car fire training. Two donated vehicles were provided for the training, which allowed firefighters and EMTs to practice their skills in trapped patient removal and firefighting. Click here to see more pictures from the training event. New Carbon Monoxide Detector Law In Effect as of Jan 1, 2007 The Illinois Carbon Monoxide Alarm Detector Act (Public Act 094-0741), requires that Carbon Monoxide detectors be placed within 15 feet of every bedroom for all residences in Illinois. This law took effect January 1, 2007, and applies to both existing residences and new construction. The carbon monoxide alarm may be combined with a smoke detector, or it can be a seperate unit. Landlords are required to supply tenants with the devices. For more information about the new law, you can read the full text of the law on the Illinois General Assembly's web page or a synopsis sheet created by the Illinois Fire Chief's Association. For more information on the dangers of Carbon Monoxide and how to make sure your home is safe, see U.S. Fire Administration's Carbon Monoxide information site. If you have any questions about the new law or about the dangers of carbon monoxide, please contact us. Did You Know? The Deer Creek Fire Protection District includes portions of both Tazewell and Woodford counties. Click here to see our district coverage map.